OMG I'm So Scared

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Hissy, I can't imagine a better family. Thank you.

...I'd certainly never have to worry about her again! And I'm sure you've got some nice thick padding - necessary before letting her up in your lap - unless you want her "I'm SOOOO Happy" kneading claws to sink into your thigh and her drool to soak your lap!

My only concern would be the other ferals as she just hasn't integrated with the others here. But with all of your experience, I'm sure that could be much better worked out with you than here, to us newbies at rescue!

 

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hey Dunkin was my drool pool kitty. I still have the pile of soft diapers we put in our lap when she was upon it.
I was being a smartie- but I would love to take her- plus to meet you and Gary and all your cats! Come for Turkey dinner! It would be a blast!
 

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Laurie - Even though things have not fallen into place right now for Boog, there is a reason. If the potential adoptees are having reservations , then they are NOT the home for your precious baby. Although Cayuga lake would have been doable for me to visit - it was not meant to be.
Now, I have to admit, that Hissy's offer must be tempting!!!

God bless you Laurie and Gary - you are truly kitty angels!!
 
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Again, thanks for the words of reassurance and encouragement.

I knew Hissy thought she was being a smartie, but Hissy, you've yet to learn the insane determination of the new crazy cat people!

And thanks for the Thanksgiving invite. We sure have lots to be thankful for this year! But we'd have to skeedadle back to Chicago to have that dinner with Gary's mom and sister.
 

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LOL That would be quite the incredible journey! All the way across the country to deliver Booger to my door.
The offer is there and I would be thrilled to have her- now, how my head kitty would feel is another story!
 
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I think we've found Booger a home. I have one more e-mail to receive, but keep your fingers crossed.

She'll be going ... to Oregon! Newburg, Oregon, to be exact.

I'll feel O.K. about it just knowing Mary Anne is in the same state!


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Laurie, that is great! I'm sure you checked out the people quite thoroughly, especially if you are willing for her to go so far away. How will she make her journey there? I'm sure you have a real mixed bag of emotions, but if she is going to a good home then it is all worth it.
 
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Well - it's done! Booger is being adopted by Debbie, a woman who has worked with Maine Coon Rescue for several years. She has fostered both strays and ferals, so knows what she's in for.

I was going bonkers trying to figure out how to get Boog to Portland, but my MCR coordinator contacted me yesterday morning - a flight attendant is part of the their network, and she has a run from Philadelphia to Portland (non-stop) on Tuesday! BOog will be traveling in the cabin, first class! (And it doesn't cost anyone anything!) I still haven't been informed of the time yet, and it's a solid 3+ hour drive to get to the airport for us. The notice, unfortunately, was a little short - and I'm a wreck!

But Boog has an appointment at the Vet tomorrow at 11:00 to get her health certificate. We've already got her shots records, the info that shows she's spayed, and her rabies certificate.

I DON'T WANT TO SAY GOOD-BYE!

We've decided to write a letter to her new owner and tape it to the crate.

If for ANY reason things don't work out, Hissy has offered to drive the 3+ hours to get her, so I feel at ease in my mind about sending her across the country....but I don't want to let her go!

We know she'll be happier in a permanent home. She won't think she's happier inside at first, but she will be. Right? She'll be an "only cat," and I'm sure she'll love the love and attention.

We're going to miss seeing her every day.

I just have to keep telling myself over and over that we're doing the right thing for her. This is so hard.
 

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Laurie, you're so brave. Letting go of that beautiful kitty is far more than I'd be able to do.

Booger IS going to a good home, and you know that Mary Anne is close(ish) by if there is the slightest sniff of a problem.

Wow, reading this thread was a real emothional rollercoaster - I'll be thinking of you and Gary lots on Tuesday . . .
 

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This is Shredder's brother- look at all familiar? *G* This is Kabota.

And don't worry, I can be here for Boog if you need me to be. Just send word.

 

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Laurie, I live in Portland, and I'm here for Boog if she needs help as well.
 

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Laurie, I know this must be a roller coaster of emotions for you. Give her lots of love in her last couple days with you, and reassure her (and yourself) that her move is to a happy place where she can be the center of attention.
I'm so glad all this worked out for you. I know you will miss her so much, but she will be in a good home. And with Mary Anne and Myste so close, you have a great safety net in case it doesn't work out.
 
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Mary Anne - Kabota looks like he should be Booger's brother! It's amazing how much they look alike. How're we winding up with so many of the same genes on the East Coast and the West Coast?

Hmmm.....

Everyone - I can't thank you enough. I just come back to these threads and I remember why we're doing this. I want to be selfish - but she can't live inside with us now - if she's moving indoors, she needs a larger space. And while she's happy outside, we're probably not here forever. So if she has the opportunity to have a wonderful new loving home, it's what is right for her.

Well, there's been a hitch in the transportation, which I'm going to post about in the Lounge since I started another thread there. That's how I'm displaying my selfishness! Two threads about Booger.

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Don't shout, I'm only a poor island-dweller . . .

. . . but what's a Booger?
 

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Well, in this case, it's a Maine Coon feral/stray. You might know it better as a bogie (I hope I'm spelling that right), or nose mucous
 
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