4.27.2010
Tortie Tuesday - Baby Praline
Mom wasn't feeling too well after her doctor visit yesterday (another shot in her shoulder), so I thought I would share another Baby Praline picture (many of you may have already seen this one, but it's one of mom's favorites.) to show my original Tortie self.
4.26.2010
National Kids and Pets Day
Happy National Kids and Pets Day!
I wanted to share pictures of Mom's favorite kids with some baby kitties. Russell and William are my mom's nephews (children of her only sister, Dorenda) and Mom loves them very much. These pictures were taken 10-14 years ago and the boys are now 26 and 21.
I wanted to share pictures of Mom's favorite kids with some baby kitties. Russell and William are my mom's nephews (children of her only sister, Dorenda) and Mom loves them very much. These pictures were taken 10-14 years ago and the boys are now 26 and 21.
Russell, William, and Sweet Praline in 1995
Russell, William and their kitties (circa 1998)
4.25.2010
4.24.2010
Kids and Pets Photo Entry
Jan's Funny Farm is sponsoring a Kids and Pets Photo Contest to help celebrate National Kids and Pets Day on April 26. I started to submit an entry of me as a kitten with mom's nephews from 14 years ago, but then I remembered this special moment with my special friend, Cody. Cody is the son of my mom's best friend, Janet and he has Down's Syndrome. He always calls my mom his "girlfriend" and my mom just smiles every time he says it. A few years ago, Cody and his mom came over to visit my mom after her foot surgery. Mom reminded Cody to be very quiet when he came in the house because I am not used to little beans and don't like loud noises.
I have a ritual everytime I meet someone new. You must put out your hand and let me smell it. If I turn around and offer my backside to you, it's my way of saying that it's okay for you to pet me. I must tell you that I don't always let people pet me. In fact, if I walk away from you, I'll never accept you or come to you. As you can see, I turned around immediately and let Cody pet me. Don't you just LOVE the smile on his face.
The next thing that happened totally shocked my mom! After Cody petted me, I turned around and licked his hand. I've only licked two people's hands my entire life: my mom and my mom's friend that took care of me as a kitten (who also rescues all types of animals). Mom says I made Cody's day (and hers!). I just smiled inside, knowing that I helped to make a special child's day even more special. Mom says what makes this story even more amazing is that I've never let a child anywhere near me (other than when I was a kitten). Do you have leaky eyes yet?
And for extra points, I still wanted to include a picture of me as a kitten with my mom's two nephews, who are her life (since she never had any children). Russell is 26 years old now and William is 21.
I have a ritual everytime I meet someone new. You must put out your hand and let me smell it. If I turn around and offer my backside to you, it's my way of saying that it's okay for you to pet me. I must tell you that I don't always let people pet me. In fact, if I walk away from you, I'll never accept you or come to you. As you can see, I turned around immediately and let Cody pet me. Don't you just LOVE the smile on his face.
The next thing that happened totally shocked my mom! After Cody petted me, I turned around and licked his hand. I've only licked two people's hands my entire life: my mom and my mom's friend that took care of me as a kitten (who also rescues all types of animals). Mom says I made Cody's day (and hers!). I just smiled inside, knowing that I helped to make a special child's day even more special. Mom says what makes this story even more amazing is that I've never let a child anywhere near me (other than when I was a kitten). Do you have leaky eyes yet?
And for extra points, I still wanted to include a picture of me as a kitten with my mom's two nephews, who are her life (since she never had any children). Russell is 26 years old now and William is 21.
4.23.2010
Finally Friday
Finally Friday, which means time for mom to come home for the weekend and give me lots of scritches!
4.22.2010
Thankful Thursday
Mom says that Thankful Thursday if for her today. She is very thankful for my calming purrs. She's had it a little rough lately with her shoulder and she says that coming home to me and my special purrs just relaxes her and helps her forget her pain for just a little bit.
When your kitty purrs to you, doesn't it break your heart that you can't purr back? ~Candea Core-Starke
Are we really sure the purring is coming from the kitty and not from our very own hearts? ~Emme Woodhull-Bäche, translated
If purring could be encapsulated, it'd be the most powerful anti-depressant on the pharmaceutical market. ~Alexis F. Hope
4.21.2010
4.20.2010
Treats on Tuesday
I just LOVE treats on Tuesday. In fact, I love treats any day of the week, 24/7. How about you?
Pee ess - My mom went back to the doctor today and he's scheduled another MRI on her shoulder. He said she should be improving, not getting worse. The MRI is Wednesday.
We've been a little slack with visiting lately and hope to be back to full strength soon!
4.19.2010
Sunshine on My Shoulders
I just love Spring because it brings back Mr. Sunshine! Just like the song says, ""Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy!"
4.18.2010
4.17.2010
4.16.2010
Almost Getting There
Mom is getting a little better with the plates she is putting in front of me. Last night, she put this food in front of me and it at least had shrimp in it. However, it also had bunches of garlic and mom said I couldn't have that. I think the look on Hope's face (picture on the TV from Days of our Lives) conveys my feelings with my Mom lately!
Mom says thanks for the excellent suggestion of putting my floof outside for the birds to build nests with.
Pee ess - A special thank you to all of you who contributed to my vet bills for my surgery. The Whiskeratti sponsored a link for those who wanted to help out with donations. Every little bit helps with the green papers it costs.
Pee ess ess - Mom is having more problems with her shoulder. The PT basically has started her over and now her shoulder is popping every way she moves it and it's hurting again. It's back to the human vet for mom next week.
Mom says thanks for the excellent suggestion of putting my floof outside for the birds to build nests with.
Pee ess - A special thank you to all of you who contributed to my vet bills for my surgery. The Whiskeratti sponsored a link for those who wanted to help out with donations. Every little bit helps with the green papers it costs.
Pee ess ess - Mom is having more problems with her shoulder. The PT basically has started her over and now her shoulder is popping every way she moves it and it's hurting again. It's back to the human vet for mom next week.
4.15.2010
Still Not Funny
Mom is still trying to be funny! Would you look at what she put on the plate today? Wait just a minute, Mom! That's my floof and it belongs on me, not on a plate. Put it back!
Mom Paula: It's Spring and that means it's shedding time again for Praline. This is after one good combing! Better on the plate than in your tummy, Sweetie!
4.14.2010
4.13.2010
Toesie Tuesday
A ladycat must keep her toes clean to stay beautiful!
What do you think? Did I do a good job?
4.12.2010
Where's Mine?
Would you believe my Mom dares to offer me an empty plate of food? I think she thought she was being funny. Can you tell how I feel about it by the look on my face?
4.11.2010
Horoscope Week - The Conclusion
Today is the final section of my horoscope reading and today focuses on Pluto. I hope you have enjoyed my horoscope reading as much as I have. A very special thank you to Karen, the Monkeys' Mom, for doing this for me! Have a restful Sunday, my furriends.
Pluto
Pluto is where Sweet Praline finds release from those powers that bind her. Old conditions that are no longer useful are eliminated. Obsessive or compulsive behavior that needs to be eliminated or changed will be here. Pluto forces Sweet Praline to deal with it. Pluto shows her how to transform for better or worse, and you may be the most likely Pluto character in Sweet Praline's chart. An awareness that nothing is permanent helps Sweet Praline accept the challenge that loss has brought her to where she is. Sweet Praline will find many new beginnings where Pluto falls in her chart. A constant renewal and regeneration awaits her there. Although not usually very malleable, Sweet Praline learns that this is where she must change to continue as planned. Sweet Praline soon sees that change can be good when she senses the improvement in your acceptance of her.
Pluto in Scorpio:
This is my Mom and me in 2002
Pluto Sextile Sun
You wanted to sit down?
Pluto Sextile Uranus:
I am Queen!
4.10.2010
Photo Hunt - Vertical
Keep reading below for my continued horoscope reading. Tomorrow will complete the reading with Pluto.
Horoscope Week - Neptune
Today's focus is on Neptune and there is a lot of talk about special hiding places. I won't go into too much detail because I recently shared a lot of my favorite hiding places. Tomorrow, I will share the final Horoscope reading related to Pluto. I hope you have enjoyed my detailed horoscope reading! I've found it very interesting.
Neptune shows you where and how Sweet Praline spends her spare time. Where does Sweet Praline's imagination take her when you are not there? Does she have a favorite escape that you are unaware of? What fantasy truly inspires Sweet Praline and sends her to nirvana? Sweet Praline returns here often when stressed, or just for fun. Neptune shows where she can achieve the same sensation with a little help from you.
Neptune in Capricorn:
Sweet Praline always looks as if in deep thought or meditation. Possibly a bit shy and reclusive, Sweet Praline may require a sensitive owner to coax her out of hiding. Often coming from less than perfect beginnings, Sweet Praline may need to be given a little extra love and attention to be brought up to standard. Sweet Praline fantasizes about living in a large house with adequate heat, food, and objects of comfort to make life worthwhile. Keep Sweet Praline's many toys by her side to provide her with the comfort level she requires.
Neptune Square Mercury:
Sweet Praline may have difficulty placing trust in you. It's not because of not knowing how to, but for fear of rejection that she holds back. Sweet Praline may have lost someone very dear to her in the past and ended up in confinement until you saved her. There, Sweet Praline got lost among many and was not always treated well or even acknowledged. Sweet Praline's choices often brought her the wrong kinds of attention which certainly affects her response now.
Neptune Sextile Saturn:
Sweet Praline is very experienced even at an early age. Often dreaming of a situation before it happens, Sweet Praline seems prepared to meet danger or change head on. A bit inclined to take risks, Sweet Praline is lucky enough to forestall injury. She is conscious of the invisible, and capable of learning from unseen sources.
Neptune Conjunct Uranus:
Unexpected opportunities may have caused Sweet Praline to enter into an unsafe situation or two. Sweet Praline's independent ways may have left you feeling confused about how much she really needs you or cares about you. Seemingly gone for days, Sweet Praline finds it important to visit her many friends. Sweet Praline forms an unbreakable bond with you that goes beyond time.
Neptune shows you where and how Sweet Praline spends her spare time. Where does Sweet Praline's imagination take her when you are not there? Does she have a favorite escape that you are unaware of? What fantasy truly inspires Sweet Praline and sends her to nirvana? Sweet Praline returns here often when stressed, or just for fun. Neptune shows where she can achieve the same sensation with a little help from you.
Neptune in Capricorn:
Sweet Praline always looks as if in deep thought or meditation. Possibly a bit shy and reclusive, Sweet Praline may require a sensitive owner to coax her out of hiding. Often coming from less than perfect beginnings, Sweet Praline may need to be given a little extra love and attention to be brought up to standard. Sweet Praline fantasizes about living in a large house with adequate heat, food, and objects of comfort to make life worthwhile. Keep Sweet Praline's many toys by her side to provide her with the comfort level she requires.
Neptune Square Mercury:
Sweet Praline may have difficulty placing trust in you. It's not because of not knowing how to, but for fear of rejection that she holds back. Sweet Praline may have lost someone very dear to her in the past and ended up in confinement until you saved her. There, Sweet Praline got lost among many and was not always treated well or even acknowledged. Sweet Praline's choices often brought her the wrong kinds of attention which certainly affects her response now.
Neptune Sextile Saturn:
Sweet Praline is very experienced even at an early age. Often dreaming of a situation before it happens, Sweet Praline seems prepared to meet danger or change head on. A bit inclined to take risks, Sweet Praline is lucky enough to forestall injury. She is conscious of the invisible, and capable of learning from unseen sources.
Neptune Conjunct Uranus:
Unexpected opportunities may have caused Sweet Praline to enter into an unsafe situation or two. Sweet Praline's independent ways may have left you feeling confused about how much she really needs you or cares about you. Seemingly gone for days, Sweet Praline finds it important to visit her many friends. Sweet Praline forms an unbreakable bond with you that goes beyond time.
It started over 14 years ago back in 1995.
4.09.2010
Horoscope Week - Saturn and Uranus
Saturn
Saturn shows us where there is restraint or obstructions in Sweet Praline's life. Saturn also shows us lessons Sweet Praline needs to learn in life and how she might accomplish this. This is where Sweet Praline learns to be resourceful and how to survive in life.
Saturn Sextile Neptune:
Sweet Praline's dreams are a reality for her. She sees the bird come right into the living room in the reflection of the crystal. It won't take Sweet Praline much to come up with ways to have fun. Fantasy from catnip may be too much for Sweet Praline to handle.
Uranus
Uranus demonstrates genius and intuitive abilities. Sweet Praline's independence is strongly influenced by where Uranus falls in her chart. This is where Sweet Praline's talents lie - waiting for you to discover them by subtle communication.
Uranus in Capricorn:
Subject to sudden gain after a meager youth, Sweet Praline had less than ideal kitten days, but all that changes now that she has you. Forced to survive on less than adequate circumstances, Sweet Praline has a fortitude and persistence that got her what she wanted. Sweet Praline's ability to survive harsh beginnings is a story in itself. With a strong sense of responsibility, Sweet Praline knows it's her duty to care for you and any kittens or other young animals. She is particularly attracted to the elderly - even grandma is not safe from Sweet Praline's attentions. (Note from Mom Paula: This is also very weird. Praline was never abused and came from a very loving home.)
Uranus Conjunct Neptune:
Sweet Praline's ability to read your mind does not go unnoticed for long. All can be said with the glance of an eye. She is extremely intelligent with a mystical appearance. Seeing and knowing all that goes on, Sweet Praline may alert you to danger. Learn to develop this very special talent of talking with Sweet Praline. You will be rewarded in many ways.
Sweet Praline doesn't hold on to old things. She is all for getting rid of the old and bringing on the new and different. Sweet Praline tires easily of the same old thing, often surprising you doing something you'd never suspect she would. Keep life interesting for Sweet Praline by moving the furniture around often, or better yet, trading it in for new stuff.
Pee ess - my vet visit went well yesterday. The vet didn't have to sedate me to take out my stitches, even after she told my mom as she was leaving the room that she would. I was such a good girl when I got back there that she just "snip, snip" quickly while I was still! The vet said I was doing great and that I was such a "sweetie". I already know that.
Saturn shows us where there is restraint or obstructions in Sweet Praline's life. Saturn also shows us lessons Sweet Praline needs to learn in life and how she might accomplish this. This is where Sweet Praline learns to be resourceful and how to survive in life.
Saturn in Pisces:
Sweet Praline prefers making a statement from behind the scenes. This may contribute to the fact that she has to spend a good deal of her life behind bars. Shy and aloof, Sweet Praline will warm up to you after many tries. This feline may have suffered from neglect; you found her just in time. (Note from Mom Paula: Praline has never been neglected! The only time she is behind bars is when she travels to the vet. The other interesting thing is that I am a Pisces!)
Saturn Sextile Neptune:
Sweet Praline's dreams are a reality for her. She sees the bird come right into the living room in the reflection of the crystal. It won't take Sweet Praline much to come up with ways to have fun. Fantasy from catnip may be too much for Sweet Praline to handle.
I just love the cat nip!
Uranus
Uranus demonstrates genius and intuitive abilities. Sweet Praline's independence is strongly influenced by where Uranus falls in her chart. This is where Sweet Praline's talents lie - waiting for you to discover them by subtle communication.
Uranus in Capricorn:
Subject to sudden gain after a meager youth, Sweet Praline had less than ideal kitten days, but all that changes now that she has you. Forced to survive on less than adequate circumstances, Sweet Praline has a fortitude and persistence that got her what she wanted. Sweet Praline's ability to survive harsh beginnings is a story in itself. With a strong sense of responsibility, Sweet Praline knows it's her duty to care for you and any kittens or other young animals. She is particularly attracted to the elderly - even grandma is not safe from Sweet Praline's attentions. (Note from Mom Paula: This is also very weird. Praline was never abused and came from a very loving home.)
I was a very happy kitten and came from a very loving home before living with my mom.
Uranus Conjunct Neptune:
Sweet Praline's ability to read your mind does not go unnoticed for long. All can be said with the glance of an eye. She is extremely intelligent with a mystical appearance. Seeing and knowing all that goes on, Sweet Praline may alert you to danger. Learn to develop this very special talent of talking with Sweet Praline. You will be rewarded in many ways.
The look says it all!
Uranus Sextile Pluto:Sweet Praline doesn't hold on to old things. She is all for getting rid of the old and bringing on the new and different. Sweet Praline tires easily of the same old thing, often surprising you doing something you'd never suspect she would. Keep life interesting for Sweet Praline by moving the furniture around often, or better yet, trading it in for new stuff.
I love my stuff!
Pee ess - my vet visit went well yesterday. The vet didn't have to sedate me to take out my stitches, even after she told my mom as she was leaving the room that she would. I was such a good girl when I got back there that she just "snip, snip" quickly while I was still! The vet said I was doing great and that I was such a "sweetie". I already know that.
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