Felix - 10 year old birthday

Felix is 10 today!

To a lot of people, why the fuss? Cats generally live to the high teens or even over the 20s! 

Yes, you're right. But for those who know Felix, being born with a twisted bile duct, life had never been easy since he was 3 years old. His life journey had been exceptionally rugged and challenging. Through the grace of the Lord, Felix's tough and brave character, high intelligence and strong quest for life made him highly co-operative to whatever treatment he has to go through and is well liked by most who took care of him. This together with great wisdom and knowledge from veterinary team and supporting staff; abundant love and care from the family have all together helped him reach this 10 year old milestone. 

Though sad to say, we are pretty certain that chances to reach the next 10 year old milestone does not exist. Since we do not know how long or what the future holds, let's stay optimistic and let the positive momentum leads us, making each day, meaningful, enjoyable, memorable and hopefully painfree for everyone. So that when the inevitable comes, there will be no regret.

So stay strong and handsome Felix dear! You truly a special gem!

Happy Easter too!

Also attached is a video of their fun time

A brand new experience for the children

 I have intially submitted a group photo of the 3 cats for Po Leung Kuk Vmart model selection. We have no plan of winning. But if selected, we hope to get something for less fortunate children.

Shortly after submission, the organizer called us and advised us to change to 3 separate submissions. Seeing no harm in doing so, we complied. 

To our surprise, all 3 children made it to the final. However, its near the fountain in Victoria Park, an open space! Its not an ideal location for the cats to really be active. So, we decided that the children would be carried on stage. First show them in their original breed characteristics. Then put on their Chinese New Year costume to match the theme. 

Compared with other competitors, our strategy wasn't aggressive enough. Accordingly, we were not placed. Nevertheless, we still find it a valuable experience for Betty and Stella. Felix, unfortunately missed the fun as he was sick in hospital.

Below are some photos taken by the organiser :

The storm came again

Felix passed out his temporary stent in late January, after servicing in his bile duct/small intestine for 56 days. After that life was normal, till 3rd February. He vomited 3 times within 2 hours, and readings for his liver and pancreas were ABnormal again. Back to the hospital he stayed. This time the improvement in his liver reading was relatively slow.  

Luckily, Dr VM who is now practising in the US, has endless love towards Felix. She had in the past promptly provided us with loads of useful medical advise, and this time was no exception. With some progress, Felix was discharged on 12th February. However, to help him recover better, this time we took him back to the hospital for daily under the skin injetion, till 15th February. Fingers crossed, we pray that there will be no hiccups during the Chinese New Year public holiday as that hospital is closed. 

Felix dear, we know you are a tough fighter. Don't worry, we will provide you with the support essential for your full recovery. Just keep going! Love you!

As an aside, the nurses in the hospital enjoy seeing his reactions upon discovery of our hospital visits (please refer to the videos). 

Thank you Dr SM Chan for all your care, love and assistance towards Felix and family. Your reiki skills have helped us considerably. 

Year of the Horse

Happy Year of the Horse to all our bloggers and their loved ones!

Wishing everyone Good Health, Great Prosperity, Abundant Joy and Happiness!

Just for fun, we have also attached some AI generated videos and AI generated photos for your leisure viewing. 

Betty is 12 today!

 Happy Birthday Betty, dear!

Continue to stay Healthy! 

Lots of Hope, Joy, Peace and Happiness in the years to come too!