Happy November, friends of Faye!
Author Henry David Thoreau once wrote, “I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual. It is surprising how contented one can be with nothing definite–only a sense of existence.” As we snuggle into a suddenly brisk November in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, Faye reflects on her present blessings. It is in this spirit of thanksgiving that she would like to share a list of things for which she is most grateful.
1. Faye is grateful for compassion. As many of you know, the story of Faye’s arrival to Tabby’s Place is a complicated, winding narrative that includes several displacements and adjustments. However, it was through a tremendous act of love that Faye was able to come to us, and she remembers all those who helped her find her way with love and gratitude.
2. Faye is grateful for her health. If you recall, Faye gave us a good scare earlier in October, when volunteers noted that she seemed to be having trouble eating and was meowing differently than usual. Since she’s had dental issues in the past, our vet team sedated her to thoroughly examine her mouth. In addition to inflammation of the gum tissue in her cheeks, Faye had a very inflamed, irregular larynx. The vet team took a biopsy . . . and, happily, it turned out to be severe inflammation. As bad as that sounds, it’s treatable. We treated Faye with antibiotics, and a week later, she was doing much better. Her laryngitis is gone, and she’s eating much better, so we’ve been able to discontinue those antibiotics. Faye recognizes that not all kitties are lucky enough to have immediate access to wonderful medical care, and she reflects on her health with appreciation.
4. Faye is thankful for nature. Whether she finds beauty in the landscape outside her solarium, or in the soft sunlight that warms her fur, Faye takes in and appreciates all the beauty in the great big world around her.
5. Faye is thankful for Tabby’s Place. When you are a cat without a forever family, there is no better place for you to be than here with us. We love our cats so much, and we promise them happy, healthy lives, filled with love for as long as they need us. We love Faye beyond measure. Once a Tabby’s Place cat, always a Tabby’s Place cat.
Mostly, though, Faye is thankful for you. Thank you for choosing her to be your special sponsored friend. It is through your love and generosity that she is able to thrive here with us. Faye and I send you all the blessings of Thanksgiving, today and always. We love you so very much!
Happy Thanksgiving, friends.