Notes from a parish cat and his author Julie Mackenzie

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I am Father Tom Fish, esteemed member of the religious team at Temptation of Christ Parish in the novels by author Julie Mackenzie. As to my background, I was invited into the rectory as a stray, laid on the charm, and was invited to stay, even honorarily ordained and no less spiritual than my sidekick Father Will. He dotes on me to high heaven and forgives all of my street cat proclivities, whatever the hell that means.

Sunday, September 7, 2014

From Mugshots to Sheer Heaven

Chopin here ~

Remember this mugshot of me at the shelter?



And that photo of me with Mom Julie after she fell head over paws (I'm so glad)




It's been a whole year today, my Gotcha Day and I've never been happier.

I spend a lot of time on the porch where I can pretend I'm in the jungle.

My big brother Tinker is my guide:

Me: What's that over there?

Tinker: An ugly, hairy critter who likes to nibble on cat ears.

Me: Oh, no! I'm glad I'm safe in here! (I knew he was just pulling my leg)




Then, for the first time, I met the "red dot." Tinker was trying to catch it as I watched.


I have been very happy with treats, good livin' and lovin' and a family and home to call my own.

And this is just the first year, my furriends.

Life is good.



29 comments:

Cats Herd You said...

Has it been a whole year? Happy gotcha day, Chopin! You look so happy now compared to your original mugshot. We're so glad you're part of the church cat family where you can live the good life.

carol l mckenna said...

Beautiful cats and gorgeous photos! Happy Sunday to you! ~

artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

Random Felines said...

Happy Gotcha Day Chopin!!! We are so happy for all of you.

Quinn and Angel brandi said...

Happy Gotcha Day, Chopin! We hope you have an absolutely wonderful day!

Summer said...

Happy gotcha day to you, Chopin!

Fuzzy Tales said...

Happy Gotcha Day, Chopin! You remind our human so much of angel Chumley, both your shelter pics and the more recent ones. We're SO glad you have such a wonderful forever home, with feline and human love and friendship.

Purrs and peace.

Fuzzy Tales said...

Happy Gotcha Day, Chopin! You remind our human so much of angel Chumley, both your shelter pics and the more recent ones. We're SO glad you have such a wonderful forever home, with feline and human love and friendship.

Purrs and peace.

Seville at Nerissa's Life said...

It's your gotcha day? Yay!

HAPPY GOTCHA DAY!!! May your day be filled with love & cuddles and treats & nip. Lots & lots & LOTS of the nip.

Purrs,
Nissy

Clooney said...

Happy Gotcha Day Chopin! We love the photo of you and Mom Julie and we are so happy you found such a loving forever home with her and that you have a good buddy to hang out with...(that Tink sure tells some good ones!)

Memories of Eric and Flynn said...

Happy Gotcha Day Chopin. You look very happy.

Katnip Lounge said...

Chopin, we're all a little moist around the whiskers, reading how happy you are. Happy Gotcha Day!!

Brian's Home Blog said...

It is so nice to see you! Happy Gotcha Day Chopin!!!

Shaggy and Scout said...

Happy Gotcha Day Chopin!

The Island Cats said...

Happy Gotcha Day, Chopin! We're SO glad you got gotted!

meowmeowmans said...

Happy Gotcha Day, dear Chopin! You sure did gotcha yourself a wonderful and loving forever home. We love you, buddy, and hope you're having a super special day.

Hugs!

Cara n Crew said...

Happy Gotcha Day, Chopin! we hope you are havin a fun day :) we are clapping our paws for you that you have such a wunnerful furrever home now. here's to many more celebrations!

Pip, Smidgen, Minnie, Hollie

pilch92 said...

Happy Gotcha Day- you sure do look happy!

Marilia said...

Happy Gotcha Day!

Judi said...

Sounds like when they gotcha'd you, you won the lottery!

Colehaus Cats said...

Chopin, you do look so happy and that makes us happy. Happy Gotcha Day, handsome and lucky boy! Purrs....

Connie - Tails from the Foster Kittens said...

Happy belated gotcha day.. i am happy you are both so happy

Meowers from Missouri said...

yew said it, dood! this is only the beginnin', an' we looks forward to the rest of the story wif you!

Mr Puddy said...

I feel so ashamed to say " Happy be very lated Gotcha Day.. Tee ... Heh..
But I guess gotcha day is the best day so I hope you celebrate for the whole
Month ;)
Lots of love
xox

Nitty friend =^-^=

Mr Puddy said...

Sorry
Norty Friend =^-^=

Oui Oui said...

Concats a little late! And this year is just the start of your whole happy life! We are so glad you found your loving family.

carol l mckenna said...

Wonderful photos of your dear furry friends ~ they are precious and love their dialogue! Happy Weekend to you all!


artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

Katie Isabella said...

Happy Gotcha Day you precious gift from heaven! xx

Maggie @ Shelter Cats said...

Hope your gotcha day was sweet. I'm here to say Tom and Tinker's picture in the Cats of the CB Calendar today is very cute!

Mr Puddy said...

To you & your fameowly
May your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter and goodwill, And may the year ahead be full of contentment and joy.


MEOWRY CHRISTMAS 2014 !!!

THANKS FOR THE BEST FRIENDSHIP

LOTS OF LOVE
❤ ❤ ❤

PUDDY