Did Anybody Catch It?

You are here reading today’s post.  I am hoping that you read last Thursday’s post as well.  Did any of you catch it?  I wrote about snow, but the title of the post was “Florida.”  A rescue friend had texted a picture of the ocean to me and I ended the post with a hint.  I said this - Florida.  I was there in May and even brought a bit of it back with me (you might recall).  Now I’m surrounded by snow.  It’s hard to imagine the things of Florida.  A picture of the ocean, a delicious glass of fresh Orange Juice, that warm Florida Sunshine.

So I’m wondering who caught the hint in that paragraph.  Orange Juice and Sunshine.  Those were the things I brought back with me from Florida.

Sunshine and Juice

On New Year’s Eve, I wrote only a few words.  That was because I was setting up for what I thought was going to be an adoption post.  Then on New Year’s Day, I had to explain that the adoption had not happened the day before.  The adopter (M) was sick and couldn’t come last Monday.  I remained hopeful.  I heard from her when she was back on her feet, and she asked if Friday would work for me.  I emailed back that Friday would be great, but I didn’t want to “put it out there” in any gigantic way on the blog for fear that I would have to do another retraction.  The vague hint I left in the post last Thursday was meant to be nearly un-noticeable.  But I was still kind of hoping that some of you might wonder if I was setting you up for a story about Sunshine and Juice.

When I explained that the adoption post of last Tuesday had been postponed, I painstakingly kept myself from using plural pronouns.  I didn’t want to mention which cat had been chosen and certainly didn’t want to give it away that TWO were chosen together. 

After the utter joy of having Mitts finally chosen, followed by her two sisters Glitter and Cashmere along with Circe, I was excited to post YET ANOTHER adoption story.  Unfortunately, this one isn’t the “usual” adoption story - Cat with troubled background comes to cathouse, becomes relatively (sometimes perfectly) socialized, then receives forever home and lives happily ever after. 

Here’s the thing.  I want to take you back to the beginning.  This particular situation has been a bit of a struggle.  I haven’t shared any of this because it started back in October, and I didn’t want to lead you on and then let you down.  But now that it has occurred (at least temporarily), I’d like to take you back to October.  I’ll start the story tomorrow.  But of course, I wouldn’t be so cruel as to keep you from knowing at least this much.  YES!  Sunshine and Juice went to a potential forever home last Friday.  I’m hoping they won’t be back, but that is a possibility.  At this point, I’m just deeply grateful that they have this chance.  Keep your fingers crossed.


See you tomorrow.

Comments

[Jan (Milo and Alfie's mom)]

Fingers crossed for these little sweethearts.

When I hear that kittens are returned quickly it worries me. Sometimes I think folk don't take enough time to get to know a new cat or kitten. When a cat has been re-homed he/she is bound to feel tense, a little nervous, and maybe shy or scared. If only folk would make allowances and take the time to settle the newly adopted one in ~ they could be missing out on the best thing that's ever happened in their lives.

Sending love and hope for these little ones. xx

[Random Felines]

Geez they remind me of Junior......hope M gives the boys a chance at a wonderful home. It amazes me sometimes how quickly cats come out of their shells once they know they are "home". :)

[Heidi]

Squee! I'm so happy for you and the boys, Chrystal!!

[Mindy Slimmer]

I believe that M will give them a chance and I know that she knows their backstory. As an adopter, we are told of all the background that is known about our precious kitties so that we can anticipate the possible setbacks, but boy do we celebrate when those setbacks never occur. I think Juice and Sunshine will take a bit to adjust, but once adjusted they will sure shine for their new mama.
Much Love,
Mindy :)

[ginny & The fur family]

I Thought I had caught something from the post that raised a hope in my heart for Sunshine and Juice. Then- I thought maybe I was just reading in something I had prayed for that they would go together where ever they went. This is such wonderful news to start the week. Wheeeeeee!!!Shout out for Juice and Sunshine and their new home.. so the adventure begins. May they have many long and loving years together. Mindy is so right about giving new kitties a long adjustment period to get comfortable in their new home. They need time to get used to the house and family and the new surroundings... have a great day - Ginny & The Fur Family

[The Poupounette]

We're keeping everything we've got crossed for those two boys!

[Kat & the Teenage Mutant Ninja Kitty Horde]

The entire Teenage Mutant Ninja Kitty Horde* and their Feeders are crossing every single appendage they can that everything goes absolutely purrfect!!!

*Zaphy is now 9 days MIA.

[Andrea and the Celestial Kitties]

Oh boy! Yay!!! We're so glad they got a home!! We're purring and praying that they stay! That they settle in! That M falls head over heels in love with them! That everything works out as it should! Hurray for the Florida boys!

Look at how wonderful things are going! Don't you want to keep the momentum going?? You can! You can make a difference in a kittie's life! Help find a home for one or two or three! Open your home to a sweetie if you can. Talk to your friends and neighbors and family and coworkers! Remember that distance is not an object, these kitties can get to you!

Donations are always appreciated. Need some winter reading material, buy the book! It's awesome! Do what you can, where you're at, but please, do help!

[Cat's Cats]

Let's hope that the adopter does the right thing and keeps these beautiful kitties and gives them the loving, safe home they deserve!

[Webbthistle]

I DID catch the Sunshine and Juice reference, but did not link it to a possible adoption. So happy that the boys have this chance, and thank M for making it happen. I hope it works out for all!