i know you feel all your kittens are special [and they are!], but maddie usually appeared to be very aware, with a gaze that seems particularly "present," or at least crossing that human/cat barrier with greatest of ease.
is that your experience of her?
thanks.
ps: i once had 4 cats at the same time myself and each one was different, but there was one who was very tuned in to his human slaves. ;-)
the others, not so much, in varying degrees weren't as interested in us as companions. they also hadn't been hand-raised in the same way.
you're doing a wonderful thing.
please give her a byebye-tickle for her tummy from a faraway admirer in south carolina.
Wow, she is just so beautiful! I can't even imagine how hard it is for you to say goodbye...you have a brave heart and are a hero to kitties and humans alike. Thanks for what you do, you make the world a better place. Please give her a goodbye kiss on her sweet nose for me!
I would ask you to rub her softly between the ears and smooch that little nose for me too, as she heads into her new life - but if you did that for ALL Of us how love her, you'd be handing over a bald-headed cat! We'll trust her new people to deliver all of our loving in appropriate doses each day for the rest of her life. (And to you? Blessings of the best sort, every day)...are you ready for a new batch?
*hug* You did a wonderful thing in by taking Maddie in, raising her, and helping her find a loving family. No matter what, I believe Maddie will always remember the kindness you have shown her.
I've been watching their progression from down here in Portland and have had to stop myself from bolting up I5 and snagging one of the cuties. I have one picture from this site as my background on this pc (the 3 sleeping beauties) and the big sleepover party at my work PC. :)
You will get more, won't you? I need my ibkc fix!!!
She is so adorable! What an intelligent look...she's knows she's going "home." I know you will miss her - and even though she's going to a great home, I bet she will never forget you!
All good wishes and prayers for a very long and very happy life in your forever home Ms. Maddie. I'm sending you on your way with many hugs and many kisses on your beautiful little nose.
Laurie - you're an angel. So virtual hugs to you sacrificing a little piece of your heart to save Ms. Maddie (and her siblings) and for having the courage to send her on her way. I hope that any loss you may feel is more than compensated for by all the wonderful memories.
i know you feel all your kittens are special [and they are!], but maddie usually appeared to be very aware, with a gaze that seems particularly "present," or at least crossing that human/cat barrier with greatest of ease.
ReplyDeleteis that your experience of her?
thanks.
ps: i once had 4 cats at the same time myself and each one was different, but there was one who was very tuned in to his human slaves. ;-)
the others, not so much, in varying degrees weren't as interested in us as companions. they also hadn't been hand-raised in the same way.
you're doing a wonderful thing.
please give her a byebye-tickle for her tummy from a faraway admirer in south carolina.
I know you will miss her--I will miss seeing her!
ReplyDeleteGreat Job Laurie!! Kisses to Maddie...may her life be full of lots of toys, beds, and a warm home. ;0)
ReplyDeleteYou will miss her, but I bet she cant wait to start this new chapter in her life!
ReplyDeleteAt least she'll be going with a permanent kiss on her nose from her foster parents!!
ReplyDeleteWow, she is just so beautiful! I can't even imagine how hard it is for you to say goodbye...you have a brave heart and are a hero to kitties and humans alike. Thanks for what you do, you make the world a better place.
ReplyDeletePlease give her a goodbye kiss on her sweet nose for me!
I would ask you to rub her softly between the ears and smooch that little nose for me too, as she heads into her new life - but if you did that for ALL Of us how love her, you'd be handing over a bald-headed cat! We'll trust her new people to deliver all of our loving in appropriate doses each day for the rest of her life.
ReplyDelete(And to you? Blessings of the best sort, every day)...are you ready for a new batch?
good-bye sweet maddie cakes! we'll miss you! kisses!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, little Maddie, on the beginning of happily ever after!
ReplyDeleteAnd thank you, Laurie, for all that you've done for the IBKC.
*hug* You did a wonderful thing in by taking Maddie in, raising her, and helping her find a loving family. No matter what, I believe Maddie will always remember the kindness you have shown her.
ReplyDeleteI've been watching their progression from down here in Portland and have had to stop myself from bolting up I5 and snagging one of the cuties. I have one picture from this site as my background on this pc (the 3 sleeping beauties) and the big sleepover party at my work PC. :)
ReplyDeleteYou will get more, won't you? I need my ibkc fix!!!
I can only imagine how hard it will be to say goodbye. Give her a great big hug from me and Patrick!
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She is so adorable! What an intelligent look...she's knows she's going "home." I know you will miss her - and even though she's going to a great home, I bet she will never forget you!
ReplyDelete/tear....kiss..kiss..kiss..SNORGLE! Good Luck Maddie-cakes, you will be missed in CO!
ReplyDeleteBye, Maddie! Consider yourself gently scritched in all your favorite spots.
ReplyDelete*hugs* to Laurie and Craig for giving her this wonderful opportunity to take over another home.
All good wishes and prayers for a very long and very happy life in your forever home Ms. Maddie. I'm sending you on your way with many hugs and many kisses on your beautiful little nose.
ReplyDeleteLaurie - you're an angel. So virtual hugs to you sacrificing a little piece of your heart to save Ms. Maddie (and her siblings) and for having the courage to send her on her way. I hope that any loss you may feel is more than compensated for by all the wonderful memories.