Thank you so much.

MY GOODNESS, you have all been so kind, thoughtful and sweet in your comments. I just had to pop back in here to  thank you so much for your good wishes. Life is a wee bit of a roller-coaster ride these days. There is no denying that this change is making me very emotional and I am always on the verge of collapsing into a puddle. When I read your comments I was overwhelmed with appreciation for you all. I am hearing from some that seldom leave comments and it is so good to know you are doing well. I was reading them over and felt a paw on my leg as I sat at the computer. It would normally be Annie, who always wants to sit on my lap as I read or type, but this time it was Audrey. I said to her, "Audrey, people are going to miss you so we must keep blogging about the life and times of the audacious one." She seemed quite pleased with herself and gave me a look that said, "I never once doubted them." I love her tenacity. Apparently, she has some posts already finished and is looking forward to continuing the 'cat tip for the day'. It just may keep her out of trouble...or not.

Today is the first day in a week that we were not needed on the property. After reading your comments, I wanted to answer a few questions while I have the chance

Yesterday, I hung some feeders around in hopes that birds and squirrels will know that they are welcome over the winter.

I know that some of you are wondering about the ferals that I have fed over the last three years. I have teamed up with a wonderful lady who wants to help and we will keep them fed on a regular basis. She has a heart for the ferals like I do and lives close to where the feeding station is located. I am looking for a third kind person to team up with us for the winter months. Because I will be back and forth during the week to see family and for appointments (like lunch with friends :)), I will be feeding them when I am there. She will fill in for the rest of the week. I have to tell you that she is a prayer answered. This has worn so heavy on my mind and I feel such relief knowing that someone will help. Please keep these poor cats in your thoughts. They are as wild as the night and will run when approached but they do need help with food especially over the winter.

Someone asked about my cat-sitting business and how to get started. If anyone is interested in starting a cat-sitting service feel free to email me and I will answer any questions you may have about starting your business. debsteckly@catlover.com.                                            

                                        

Again...emotional wreck here. The thought of not being able to photograph kitty-clients after this month brought me to tears. Some of these cats I have known for so many years. I held each one for as long as they'd let me and memorized the feel of their fur, the softness of their ears. Their eyes I will never forget. I don't remember ever crying over having to leave a job. Ever! This one is the toughest. OK - enough of that.

"Happy Thanksgiving"  to all my Canadian friends."

I'll be back with photos of the construction soon.

hugs, Deb