I've been lurking around the house, faithfully taking the boatload of antibiotics my doctor prescribed and drinking tons of water and I'm happy to say I AM BACK TO THE REAL WORLD. So much in fact, that I went grocery shopping this morning. The store was MOBBED! No butter left! People had carts full of baking ingredients and fixings for next Thursday. I'm so excited because Thanksgiving is at my house and although I count my blessings everyday, it's a rare treat to have my family members in one place at one time for one meal. I'm just floating with joy and the warmth of the season.
So, let's catch up on all of the GOOD stuff that's going on.
First of all - The Monster Doll Swap - hosted by my friend, Zan, of
Wild at Heart Art. My partner was Deanna Larson of Lincoln, Nebraska. Her name sounds like a movie star, doesn't it? And, wow, is she talented. Take a look at this guy. He arrived early November I believe (the last few weeks have all melded together) and has been faithfully sitting on a 'no cats allowed shelf' in my kitchen. I've been sort of isolated lately so it was such a joy to have this critter to look at and admire! Part cat, part devil -- can you see the cloven hooves? This is indeed a combination I am familiar with. Big smile - Deanna is a cat person too. Zan should run a dating service because she found the perfect partner for me.
And here's the wacky guy I sent to Deanna - it's Frankencat. This little note that I sent along with him will explain:
Dear Friend,
Please Beware
and
Open with Care
as a Monster awaits
inside this crate!
Freshly baked from the Nelson Catbratory...
A pinch of Siamese
and a dash of Tuxedo
a teaspoon of Orange Tabby
and a smidge of Gray Tabby
a quarter cup of Calico
and a heaping tablespoon of Black cat
I blended it all together
then added a cup of Persian (tail)
Voila!
It's FrankenCat!
It was a fun swap and I'd do it again in a heartbeat.
Next BIG announcement is about Hobbes, our kitty with oral lymphosarcoma. He was sedated a few weeks ago while the doctors did a full oral exam looking for the tumor that was at the base of his tongue. It's really gone. He is officially in remission and his chemo regimine has been reduced to every other week rather than weekly. Hobbes is eating, playing and having a grand old time. He's put on a few pounds and we're hopeful this indicates that he'll be around with us for a while. 60% of cats make it to this point so his remission isn't unusual. What was strange was the location of his tumor and the fact it hadn't spread throughout his gastric system. Because the primary site of his cancer wasn't the norm, the vets really couldn't tell us the odds for his making it this far so needless to say we are all very happy. It's been 8 months since his diagnosis - here's hoping for more progress the next 8.
And finally, at least for this post, here's something I've been working on. Actually, I've started quite a few things lately - about 7 oil paintings, none of which are drying - a few dolls - a few ornaments... All in various states of doneness or undoneness depending on whether your cup is half empty or half full. But these guys will be finished and are almost there. A basket of Christmas kitties! I'll let you know when I list them.
Thanks for visiting. Take care and stay healthy!!
Lisa
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