tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post5796495105020801938..comments2023-12-20T23:37:21.297+09:00Comments on Taniwa: .....Tanyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00858446371419879296noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-19402687134345204922008-08-26T05:16:00.000+09:002008-08-26T05:16:00.000+09:00Hi Tanya,I feel the way you do about animals. My ...Hi Tanya,<br><br>I feel the way you do about animals. My heart breaks for them more than for most people. Animals have no voice. My daughter adopted an orphaned kitten a couple weeks ago tinier than yours I think. It had to be bottle fed. Survived a week but could not make the adjustment to formula. Oh did I cry and plead with God to let her live. Been in a bit of a funk since her death. No sigh, tear, or circumstance is ever wasted with God, though. He'll always turn it around for our good. She wasn't even mine but I loved her in that one short week as though she were. You are a wonderful person!!andsewitis Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07867112701783092241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-33358699025840396912008-08-24T09:45:00.000+09:002008-08-24T09:45:00.000+09:00Bless you, dear Tanya, for saving this small life....Bless you, dear Tanya, for saving this small life. I firmly believe that animals are included in the admonishment that "whatever you do for the least of these you do for me." (Matt.25:39) It is a true measure of the heart of a person how they treat defenseless animals. Be patient, give everyone time. Your peaceful home will be OK. And don't worry about her name. She will let you know.The Calico Quilterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01772374749065425388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-20565150817327794492008-08-24T04:08:00.000+09:002008-08-24T04:08:00.000+09:00I'd name her "Orphan."I'd name her "Orphan."Dianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09035433796631359696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-25321193958098654672008-08-23T15:28:00.000+09:002008-08-23T15:28:00.000+09:00It was hard to live in Cairo too with all the stra...It was hard to live in Cairo too with all the stray cats and dogs. heartbreaking. Although at the time I was kicking myself for taking in those two tiny kittens I so didn't need, now I'd do anything for Lily and Pokey. What a cutie pie you've got there. I couldn't get Pokey to eat anything, but finally figured out to put canned cat food into a blender with some water and whiz it all together. It was disgusting, but the kittens could eat it. It took awhile before she could eat the dry kitten chow soaked in hot water. The two little ones spent lots of time hiding under sofas when they were little... now all four get along great. Boy kittens are gorgeous. She looks like a Widget to me.Lazy Gal Tonyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10778059489713831067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-63466722451987579702008-08-22T22:48:00.000+09:002008-08-22T22:48:00.000+09:00Tanya,Oh how I empathize with you!!! I have seven ...Tanya,<br><br>Oh how I empathize with you!!! I have seven cats--the latest one I found by the road here when I was running so I kept her in the barn, HAD to get a friend for her from the shelter--then one got hurt, into the house they come to join the other FIVE. My husband is like yours--bless their hearts!! And bless yours, for loving little helpless creatures. Yes, I often picture myself the way you do... we shall see!Mart Brighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14849363619758125115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-54545202795667269262008-08-22T13:48:00.000+09:002008-08-22T13:48:00.000+09:00Tanya, she's so sweet looking I don't know...Tanya, she's so sweet looking I don't know how you could resist rescuing her. I was talking to someone today about their dog that has a heart problem - there's one vet school/hospital in the US that is doing heart transplants on DOGS - can you believe it? We talked a little bit about where do you draw the line when it comes to your pets. I know there are many animals in this country in need of homes - we *inherited* Chesty from Keith's parents when he was one year old and I really didn't want a pet but I couldn't see him just being discarded because Keith's Mom was tired of caring for him. I love him to death and would do pretty much anything for him but I don't know if I would take in other animals. They are SO much work!!!<br><br>I admire you so much for giving a home to this sweet little kitten.Maryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07801947879882584734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-10634993494628739622008-08-22T06:04:00.000+09:002008-08-22T06:04:00.000+09:00I was OK until that last photo - she is adorable -...I was OK until that last photo - she is adorable - how could you resist? She was probably placed there just so you would find her - and I love Tetsu's reaction. So don't agonize, just enjoy!BethanyQuilthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03367805442090967956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-44684664074559401442008-08-22T03:28:00.000+09:002008-08-22T03:28:00.000+09:00She is awfully sweet, Tanya. Annie is a good name...She is awfully sweet, Tanya. Annie is a good name.<br><br>I'd love to get another kitten; I almost wish God would send one to our doorstep because Joe doesn't want me to go to the SPCA to adopt one . . . .Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08803134620826322075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-52986155376699248542008-08-22T01:36:00.000+09:002008-08-22T01:36:00.000+09:00What a darling kitten. I saved two kittens many y...What a darling kitten. I saved two kittens many years ago. They were about 4 or 5 weeks old and their mother had been killed on the road. I had the male for 20 years and his sister lived with my daughter in PA until the kitty died at age 19. They gave such joy and comfort to both our families, as I'm sure your new addition will to your family. Why don't people neuter their animals? This is the only way to stop the problem. I also think it is more humane to kill unwanted animals than to let them suffer on their own. We used to get a lot of drop offs as I live in a semi- rural area. I'd be driving home and there would be a kitten or dog standing by the road waiting for the people to come back and pick them up. I never could just leave them there. If they had no identification, which they never did, we took them to the pound where I'm sure most of them were euthanized . At least they had a humane death. Some people think this is cruel but I think deserting an animal is much worse. I'm not afraid of death and this probably effects my belief.Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03812374680645763586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-63786668792381628302008-08-22T00:26:00.000+09:002008-08-22T00:26:00.000+09:00Hi...she's adorable! Looks like you're lo...Hi...she's adorable! Looks like you're lost...hook, line and sinker!Dianniahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15881423920549329814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-47256064177855673822008-08-21T23:18:00.000+09:002008-08-21T23:18:00.000+09:00Bless your sweet heart. I have a friend like you w...Bless your sweet heart. I have a friend like you who laments over unwanted, unloved animals. I understand your heartbreak. Don't let the enemy use your gift of compassion against you. Be you! It's beautiful! Welcome home new kitty.<br>Vanessaharts4Himhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01965871926583666337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-32675631430682861762008-08-21T22:30:00.000+09:002008-08-21T22:30:00.000+09:00Tanya,God is smiling down on you and Tetsu today b...Tanya,<br>God is smiling down on you and Tetsu today because you have shown kindness to his little creature. It is hard to understand how someone could be so cruel to animals or other people for that matter. Your little girl is precious and she will bring much love to your family. "Little Orphan Annie", I might would call her Annie.<br>Blessings to you and Tetsu!artfilstitchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09346672669089083065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-64620902737276225632008-08-21T17:48:00.000+09:002008-08-21T17:48:00.000+09:00She so sweet...I know it must be hard to think of ...She so sweet...I know it must be hard to think of another cat in the family so close to the loss of another...but she looks right at home. Besides...it sounds like it's Tetsu that claimed her...so really the decision was made for you ;o) Guess you and her were in the right place at the right time and well if things happen for a reason you just have to accept it. Hope you'll keep posting pictures of her progress...I for one never tire of kitty pictures.Sew Create It - Janehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11042708937494415876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-44164523947988155072008-08-21T15:10:00.000+09:002008-08-21T15:10:00.000+09:00She is gorgeous - you were obviously meant to have...She is gorgeous - you were obviously meant to have her - I'm sure eventually all your animals will co-exist perfectly. No real idea on names, my last cat was a grey and they're my absolute favourites we called him Mouse short for Mousehound!anne bebbingtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08352283065863856112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-15227298727723082622008-08-21T14:48:00.000+09:002008-08-21T14:48:00.000+09:00Oh poor you, what a dilemma. I know that some cult...Oh poor you, what a dilemma. I know that some cultures don't value animals in the same way that others do, but it 's hard to understand. You just have to hope that not too many more strays find their way into your home and heart. The kitten really is very cute though.Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00459871513482076398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-44774749684564763452008-08-21T14:18:00.000+09:002008-08-21T14:18:00.000+09:00She's adorable! Has markings similar to our M...She's adorable! Has markings similar to our Maggie. Some day she'll grow into her ears. She's so cute!!!! Enjoy ☺katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00369333318262684853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-26693594361419735872008-08-21T11:58:00.000+09:002008-08-21T11:58:00.000+09:00I'm right there, too. Right after I said we h...I'm right there, too. Right after I said we have enough cats already, my son went to get out the lawn mower a week and a half ago and heard a noise coming from the wheel well of his dad's car. By the time he got the keys and popped the hood, the kitten was sitting on the engine block, and had probably visited everything it could get to under the hood. It was covered with grease and fleas, so after an emergency bath, father and son went to the pet store and found a bottle and powdered infant formula for cats. I was on my way to a meeting 2 hours away and missed the whole thing. By the time I got home, they had done internet research, decided it was about 4 weeks old, probably female, and needed a box with a heating pad on low under part of it. The bottle lasted less than 2 days before she chewed it apart. She learned to lap kitten milk and is now eating dry kitten food mixed with formula and water. We suspect that the mom is a stray and turned her back for just a minute...kitten is very curious and is into everything, just like having a toddler again. The 2 grown cats are rather disgruntled, especially the one who fancies himself to be alpha cat. We have a local radio show about pets, and the experts day it may be 6 months to make the adjustment. Don't give up, just pay extra attention to the older ones (just like bringing home the new baby all over again)! You can't feed the world, but this one looks pretty loveable.<br><br>Wendy in LouisianaSplendiferousFiberhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01170024789406711680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-78643062249701673382008-08-21T10:55:00.000+09:002008-08-21T10:55:00.000+09:00Oh Tanya, I know what you mean. I think stray anim...Oh Tanya, I know what you mean. I think stray animals have a secret sign posted somewhere in our yard (like hobos during the depression) that says that I am a softie, will give them food, and love. I have 3 cats who all found there way to me and I have found homes for too many others. I always feel like my heart is breaking when one leaves for their new home. You aren't alone and maybe that is one of our purposes in life - too help those who can't help themselves. She is adorable and I know the name will come to you.Jeanniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10445248265375722385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-43624821365301589192008-08-21T10:45:00.000+09:002008-08-21T10:45:00.000+09:00She's so cute. You lost Lemi and this kitten f...She's so cute. You lost Lemi and this kitten found you, it's meant to be. I've never chosen a cat for myself, one just turns up when I need one, and it's always one that needs a home. I'd name yours "Mindy."<br>That's just the name that popped into my head when I saw her.LindaLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16392850776832804028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-26206313599962382962008-08-21T10:40:00.000+09:002008-08-21T10:40:00.000+09:00Bless you for taking in this little kitty, Tanya. ...Bless you for taking in this little kitty, Tanya. People can be so cruel when it comes to unwanted kittens and puppies, it's a wonderful thing to find someone who cares. I know we can't save them all but each little life that is saved is so very precious.campbellgirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12492533463320726549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-86385406184512586292008-08-21T10:06:00.000+09:002008-08-21T10:06:00.000+09:00Your new kitten is beautiful. After I repeatedly ...Your new kitten is beautiful. After I repeatedly said "no more cats", I have a new kitten in our household this summer. The mother rejected it, and I am sensitive to that. There is always a reason that things happen. Sounds like you have a wonderful husband & that he is very supportive. You are a lucky person. God Bless!Junehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13077207368935108279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36822513.post-57177018144812525942008-08-21T09:28:00.000+09:002008-08-21T09:28:00.000+09:00Oh Tanya, you recieved a gift! Look at her that wa...Oh Tanya, you recieved a gift! Look at her that way, she is a gift. Take her and love her and be happy. Try not to worry about what other people do, you can't change them, only God can. <br>I can't wait to find out what you name her.Dianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04552891913167046603noreply@blogger.com