Betty celebrated her 5 year old birthday on 8th January. Its was just a very simple family event.
We wish you Good Health and Great Happiness as you further blossom in life
Betty took the challenge to participate in the NEFA first cat show in Hong Kong on 12th January 2019. It was a long day, running from 10am to 6.30pm, with 8 competing rings. Being held in a shopping mall, and with a lot or noises. visitors and blasting broadcasts, Betty was indeed very tense and frightened. Nevertheless, she managed to put on a brave face, facing the visitors while in the competition booths. Her performance was decent in the morning, but weakened considerably in the afternoon. Luckily some of the judges were easy on her, and this enabled her to finish most of the competition.
Though not with flying colors, we were happy with the result, as Betty had tried and accomplished her goal.
After this exercise, we are sure that Betty is not born for the ring. She would be happier at home, entertaining occasional visitors as she desire.
Betty, my dear, we thank you for your great effort and promise that NO MORE CAT SHOW FOR YOU IN THE FUTURE.
2018 is another year of mixed feelings and most important of all, that life is totally unpredictable. So we should be thankful when each day is a peaceful one, and just keep on forward looking during those dark moment.
Goldie's health improved during the year. She is now able to jump onto the bed/sofa easily and those black lumps have shrunk in size. She is now adopting a pretty laid back attitude, but am still playful when being invited to do so.
2018 is a year of improvement for Betty. Initially I was pretty worried about her, for she ate well but was very skinny. A visit to the vet, blood test and words of assurance that she is in good condition, saw her steadily gaining weight and her fur thicken. During the year, Betty also demonstrated that she is a very caring and understanding child. When Felix was in critical condition, I cried while in my room. She would come and sit next to me, giving me comfort. When Felix was in hospital, she seemed lost and lonely. Upon discharge, she would be the first one greeting him.
Felix started the year with a bang. Showing off his charisma and confidence in cat shows. However, since September and lasted till December, sickness took its toll on him. During this period, life was really tough for we were once closed to loosing him. Vets and nurses pitied him - a 2.5 year old kid, being so sick and they were unable to identify the cause. The whole family together pulled our love for him - hospital visits 2-3 times a day, feed, comfort and encourage him not to give up. He is sure a tough fighter, and is generous in showing his thankfulness to medical staff, making him a star in hospitals. Today, though still on medication and regular vet visits, his daily activities are largely back to normal - playing dash, donkey ride, wrestling with Betty and above all eating well and is slowly regaining some weight.
As for myself, my broken right wrist is slowly healing, Its in the 19th week now. Hope that with hard work, I would be able to minimize the handicap over time.
We have completed our second charitable drive in November with Goldie and Betty each winning HK$500 coupon from Whiskers and Paws. Following our usual custom, the entire amount had been donated to Camby Chiu and Carmen Lau to help the children under their care.
Wishing our bloggers and their family A Joyous, Successful and Healthy 2019!
Felix's condition was pretty worrying, as his hands and legs got swollen after one day of drip. His condition turned critical on 28-20/11/18 when his blood platelet dropped to zero. All of us were very worried and we decided to seek Specialist care.
Luckily, he finally responded to treatment and is slowly recovering.
Felix is well liked by vets and nurses in both clinic. His mellow character, adorable look, young age gave us all the drive to find the cause and cure for him.
Thank u all for your generous support in our July charitable drive. We have tried our best (ended up in 5th and 6th position), and manage to win 1 prize for being in top 5.
We have donated all that we won ($700 Wellcome coupon, $300 cat accessories/food) to 2 renowned cat volunteer - Bebe Lee, Connie Wong as an appreciation for their endless love and care towards the less fortunate children.
Thank u all once again. Hope u all will continue to support us.
God bless u all!
As an aside, this posting is crudely made, as I'm currently working with one hand. The recovery will sure be a hard and difficult one. Just hope it will pay off.
17/8/18 morning
