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Surely there is someone who would look after her in her twilight years Nancy?? I know of people here who would (useless to you I know!) But I can't believe there would be no-one who would love to have her!!
I have seen this in the news today http://globalnews.ca/news/2103017/dea.... This is why people think Canada is strange lol
NancyHelen wrote: "Hi everyone. With 12 1/2 weeks to go until we move back to Australia, I am finally having to face the horrible decision about what to do with our 3 cats. Two of them will probably be rehomed but I ..."That's so sad Nancy. It's hard enough to say goodbye to a beloved old pet when they're really sick. As Brenda said is there not someone who would take her - a neighbour or friend or someone taking one of your younger cats? She must be a lovely old puss and not too demanding at her age.
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What!!!
NancyHelen wrote: "Hi everyone. With 12 1/2 weeks to go until we move back to Australia, I am finally having to face the horrible decision about what to do with our 3 cats. Two of them will probably be rehomed but I ..."How heart breaking. I'm sure you have many cat lovers there. Maybe you just need to put it out there and see what response you get. It would be terribly sad starting your new life on that note.
Brenda wrote: "Melissa wrote: "I have seen this in the news today http://globalnews.ca/news/2103017/dea.... This is why people ..."
Funny enough, Brenda, this was more popular with Canadian news than the leaders debate gearing up for election lol
Funny enough, Brenda, this was more popular with Canadian news than the leaders debate gearing up for election lol
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Oh good grief!!! lol
So sorry about your dilemma Nancy. I do understand. Hoping someone will offer to take her for you. I would in a heartbeat-but that's no help. Not an easy decision. But the long flight and 6 months quarantine for an elderly puss would not be nice or kind.
Melissa wrote: "I have seen this in the news today http://globalnews.ca/news/2103017/dea.... This is why people think Canada is s..."?????? I was going to say - slow news day, but clearly not!
NancyHelen wrote: "Hi everyone. With 12 1/2 weeks to go until we move back to Australia, I am finally having to face the horrible decision about what to do with our 3 cats. Two of them will probably be rehomed but I ..."Nancy, I've been in another group called All About Books for about 18 months and know the people there pretty well. Lots and lots of cat lovers from UK in that group. Why not join, post your comment again, and see how you go. Maybe one of them will have her.
I had my old cat from when I was 21 until I was 42. When she died, I had to acknowledge she'd had the best life ever. If you can't re-home your cat, remind yourself that most cats never even make it to 17, and that you've loved her the best.
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Hubby went to work yesterday for the first time in 4 months. Heart OK and other health issues that were preventing it have started to settle down. Fingers crossed for August!
Marianne wrote: "Hubby went to work yesterday for the first time in 4 months. Heart OK and other health issues that were preventing it have started to settle down. Fingers crossed for August!"
Good to hear. Hope he continues to go well.
Yay!! Excellent news Marianne, that's another big hurdle and it must be a big relief for you both. :)
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NancyHelen wrote: "Hi everyone. With 12 1/2 weeks to go until we move back to Australia, I am finally having to face the horrible decision about what to do with our 3 cats. Two of them will probably be rehomed but I ..."***Nancy - that's tough. Pets are family. I do hope someone can take your precious cats.
NancyHelen wrote: "Melissa wrote: "I have seen this in the news today http://globalnews.ca/news/2103017/dea.... This is why people ..."
They named it Conrad. This is why other countries don't talk to us lol.
They named it Conrad. This is why other countries don't talk to us lol.
Exciting news ... I have received my first auto-approved on Netgalley :D
Good news for your husband, Marianne.Sad news about Omar Sharif, what a heart throb he was in his time.
Melissa wrote: "Exciting news ... I have received my first auto-approved on Netgalley :D"Congratulations Melissa, that is exciting.
Marianne wrote: "Hubby went to work yesterday for the first time in 4 months. Heart OK and other health issues that were preventing it have started to settle down. Fingers crossed for August!"
That's great news Marianne. A huge relief to both of you I'm sure :)
Melissa wrote: "Exciting news ... I have received my first auto-approved on Netgalley :D"Congratulations Melissa. Now you just have to find the time to read it :)
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Well done Melissa!!
Marianne wrote: "Hubby went to work yesterday for the first time in 4 months. Heart OK and other health issues that were preventing it have started to settle down. Fingers crossed for August!"
That is good news Marianne! It will be good to know his health problems are sorted before you head off on your big trip.
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Brenda wrote: "We haven't had any snow (as was suggested) but it's bitterly cold, an icy wind is blowing (hard) and it's a good day to stay inside!! How's everyone else faring with our cold weather snap?"It's freezing here, Brenda. I'll be huddled by the heater with my book today that's for sure :)
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Very cold and windy here in Sydney as well Brenda. My two cats are huddled on the bed refusing to budge and I won't be going out if I can help it. Definitely a day for hibernating indoors with a hot cuppa and a book!
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Our power has been out for just over three hours, it's just come back on. I was planning a nice couple of hours on my computer playing with a new book scanning program when it all went off! Just got it up and running as the lights went out! :)Thank goodness for gas cooktops and kindle ;D
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Sharon wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Exciting news ... I have received my first auto-approved on Netgalley :D"
Congratulations Melissa. Now you just have to find the time to read it :)"
Indeed, Sharon. However, it looks like a good one. Pictures of the Past by Deby Eisenberg
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Congratulations Melissa. Now you just have to find the time to read it :)"
Indeed, Sharon. However, it looks like a good one. Pictures of the Past by Deby Eisenberg
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Cold and windy here too thank goodness for heating. A day to snuggle down and watch a movie and then the footy.
Dale wrote: "Cold and windy here too thank goodness for heating. A day to snuggle down and watch a movie and then the footy."
I am envious of your cold weather right now.
I am envious of your cold weather right now.
Melissa wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Exciting news ... I have received my first auto-approved on Netgalley :D"Congratulations Melissa. Now you just have to find the time to read it :)"
Indeed, Sharo..."
Yes it does sound good, Melissa. Look forward to reading your review once you've read it :)
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Well, it appears the rain dancing has paid off. We have had our first actual measurable rainfall in just over two months.
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Brenda wrote: "That's awesome Melissa! I hope it continues to rain for you...puts all those dreadful fires out:)"
The problem is, since the ground is so dry too much rain could cause flooding. I hope we get a steady rain and then one big dump of rain. A ot of the province is currently up to level 4 - 5 water restrictions.
The problem is, since the ground is so dry too much rain could cause flooding. I hope we get a steady rain and then one big dump of rain. A ot of the province is currently up to level 4 - 5 water restrictions.
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Brenda wrote: "Good luck!!! We quite often have the same problem - Mother Nature gets pretty confused;)"
Needless to say, it has been a busy summer for the municipal, provincial, and federal government. It is hard to do much when you are up against mother nature.
Needless to say, it has been a busy summer for the municipal, provincial, and federal government. It is hard to do much when you are up against mother nature.
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Brenda wrote: "Nothing we can do about it is there - completely out of our control! That's why we're inside with the heater today;)"
Heater, blankets, tea/coffee and a book is the perfect solution for winter Brenda :)
Heater, blankets, tea/coffee and a book is the perfect solution for winter Brenda :)
Cold here, but I had to go out anyway, so I braved the weather for a walk with fingerless gloves (how else could I read?!), but I was sure glad hubby had the heater on when I got home. Then out to give Mum lunch, she was snug and warm in the loungeroom with the heater on, but the outside jobs (bins etc) were a bit chilly. Once I'd done the washing up, my hands were warm. And she won all three games of rummikub (and I wasn't "letting" her win, either!)
Freezing here too. No snow (too low) but icy wind and overcast with the odd misty rain.
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Brr! T-shirt at 13 Rita?? No thanks;)
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Then out to..."
When jobs have to be done, they have to be done! But it's good when you can stay inside and stay warm (like your Mum!) Bet you're glad to be home in the warm now:)
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I keep putting it off and putting it off as my heart is breaking. If she was ill, it might not be so bad, but she's perfectly healthy and happy - she's just too old. Most people want kittens, not cats in their retirement. If only we could take her with us, but its just not possible.
Oh, why do we let ourselves fall in love with our pets and then have to face decisions like this?