Peanut(s) and Cracker Jack Anyone?

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

None of these pictures are that good because he just wouldn't settle down long enough for me to get a good picture. He is relegated to the bathroom for now. Peanut has hissed underneath the door at him, but he didn't hiss back. I think he's going to work out. :D

His name at the shelter was Jack - which I don't like that much, so we're calling him Cracker Jack, which is so appropriate since he is white like popcorn with a caramel glaze on him. :D When watching the video, if you listen real close when he's behind the box, you can hear him purring already, and we've already gotten head bumpies. :D I think he's going to work out. :D

So without further ado, here is Cracker Jack.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p42b93f4bb0436b56066ce02013368def/f59d5694.jpg

The heat had come on and he had to check it out.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p54c41cadb29e477916fc68d0982af835/f59d56a4.jpg

He looooovvess chin skritchies.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p021f3092332e781b868663702f9f28f1/f59d5689.jpg

This rug was veeeerrry interesting for some reason.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/pb4f070392c94d86a4faa1b55161f480e/f59d567b.jpg

He's got the cutest face. He kind of reminds me of a cross between an orange Edwina and an orange Eddie.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p13f8f0385e81a5c217a33455b1670da4/f59d5676.jpg

Oh, and he's 7 years old and his former owner died and his son was a bit slow and had to move to a "home" where he couldn't have pets. He had been at the (kill)shelter since right before Thanksgiving. He now has a new furrever home in the new year. :D

[AlleyCat]

Debbie, that's so great that you are able to give someone a new furever home - what a great way to start 2005 !

[jazzcat]

OMG, he is so cute and I love that purr!!!!!!! Welcome to PT Cracker Jack!! You may not realize it yet but you are one of the luckiest cats around to have been picked by your new family.

Debbie - when my mother found out she had breast cancer and then immediately had a mastectomy she, of course, didn't feel well and was down. One thing she craved during that time was Cracker Jack and I would constantly go to the store and take her a box of Cracker Jack. I think it must have wonderful healing powers.;) Excellent name!

[Grace]

Oh, Oh, Oh - he is so beautiful!! Bless you for giving this gorgeous creature a long and happy life. I love his eyes - taking everything in.

I'm sitting here with happy tears running down my face.

[rg_girlca]

Well obviously I missed something somewhere down the line as I didn't know you got another cat. I guess congratulations are in order. Sooo, congratulations. :)

Cracker Jack is so adorable and I just love the name.
I'm so glad you adopted an older kitty.

Hope all works out well with Peanut.

Welcome to Pet Talk Cracker Jack.

Will you be calling him CJ as a nickname?

[Craftlady]

Such a cutie. :)
Congrats... I love the name :)

[kimlovescats]

OH MY GOODNESS!!! When did this wonderful event occur? Have I been sleeping under a rock again!!???:eek: :rolleyes:

Oh Debbie, I am sooooooo happy for you, Terry and especially the very handsome and LUCKY Cracker Jack!!!!:D He is so adorable and what a purr that fella has!!! Oh, I can't wait til Miss Peanut gets to know him, I bet they will be friends in no time!!!;) :D

(((HUGS)))
Kim

[Sirrahsim]

oh my gosh!! Welcome Cracker Jack:) You have yourself a fantastic new forever home!

[Cincy'sMom]

Welcome Cracker Jack!! What a cutie pie you are!!

[Kona & Oreo's mom]

Welcome and happy new year, Cracker Jack! What happy news!

[catnapper]

Oh my goodness! He's lovely! I had no idea you were looking for a brother for Peanut! He's handsome and listen to that purr!!! I love those big round eyes... very sweet! I just know Peanut will love her brother once she gets over the initial stage of hissing at him.

[Edwina's Secretary]

Debbie...he has the cutest face! So sweet and so animated! He and Peanut make a cute couple. Wait til he rides in the mobile house!

[Uabassoon]

Cracker Jack is so cute! Congrats on the new addition :)

[Uniqueviking]

That is happy news indeed. What a cute, cute boy http://www.sitecenter.dk/uniqueviking/nss-folder/smilies/Hearts_smile.gif Congrats!!!

[Laura's Babies]

SOooo, you did it!! He was still there! Waiting for you to come get him and it was well worth his wait!! His face is adoreable and he seems to be fitting right in!

I am so glad you got him before I left so I know he is there with you as I go!! Happy Dance! ***Happy Dance***Happy dance.... Another rescue from a kill shelter! Happy Dance****Happy Dance!!

I'm gonna throw a Cracker Jack Party!! You all are invited!!

[krazyaboutkatz]

DEBBIE, CONGRATS ON YOUR NEW ADDITION!! He's so handsome and I love his name. Now you'll find out that orangies have the best personalities.:) I'm sure he'll fit right in.:D

[NATRAH]

congratulation........
he is so handsome and what a stunning orange coat.

[iloverat]

WOW!!!!! :D :D :D What a cutie pie!!! Congratulations, Cracker Jack, on your new furever home! You really hit the JACKpot, little one. You'll figure it out pretty quickly! :D

Can't wait to see what little Miss Peanut thinks about her new friend. I'm so happy for all of you. :D

Bobbi

[AmberLee]

OMG!!! Cracker Jack is WONDERFUL. Welcome to your furrever home, sweet big-eyed boy!!!!

[zippy-kat]

Congrats, Debbie!
Congrats Cracker Jack (love the name!) on the bestest furever home, ever!

[shais_mom]

OH Debbie I am so happy for you!!
He is gorgeous!!!!
I love his purring!!!!
Love the name he can be CJ for short!! :)

[NoahsMommy]

An ORANGIE??? For Peanut, Debbie and Terry??? How EXCITING!!!

He's such a sweet looking boy! I'm so glad he finally found his PERFECT home!! :) :) :)

Congrats, guys!

[DogLover9501]

:eek: :D

I had no idea you were getting another kitty!!

Cracker Jack is gorgeous, and the name is purrfect ;) :D

[koxka]

Welcome home Craker Jack !!! :D

You must have been a very good kitty this year! And the Magic Kings have bought you a wonderful furever home ! :D

[jenluckenbach]

YIPPEE

A new orangie addition to pet talk :D:D

(I can't believe how the title of this thread is so non-chalant, like we should KNOW ;) ) :rolleyes:

Congratulations, he sounds like the perfect counterpart for Peanut!

[catcrazylady]

I'm with most of you and had no idea that this new addition was about to happen! I'm shocked but it is the happiest of shocks!!:D

What a precious boy!!! I love orange and white kitties and I absolutely adore his name!! He is handsome and his eyes are so big, round and curious. That purr was wonderful and I know he is going to be so happy with you, Terry, and Peanut. This is so wonderful that I think I will be smiling the rest of the day!!!:D :D :D

Congratulations and a great big hearty welcome to Cracker Jack!!
:D :D :D :D :D

[Barbara]

Here am I minding my own business and then the biggest things happen just one site away!
Welcome Cracker Jack!!!!!

Wow what a lucky kitty he is! And what a handsome manly kitty. Once he gets over his first shyness I am sure the PT girls will be after him:)

Yes, he definitely could be one of Eddie's buddies.

And the face markings!

And I could hear him purr!

What a gorgeous boy:)

I am sure Peanut will like it to have a man in the house ;)

[jenluckenbach]

I just watched the video. AWWWWWW I just want to snuggle that big boy. :D:D

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Oh Debbie, I am sooo happy for you!! Cracker Jack will have such a purrfect furrever home at your place!! I hope he will bond very soo with Peanut!!:) :)

[Logan]

Oh, Debbie!!!! :) You have made a rather sad day, a happy day for us!!!! He is just adorable and I'm so glad I opened the video because I LOVED hearing him purr!!!!! :)

Thank you for opening your home to this loving, wonderful boy!!!!

[christa]

Wow, isn't this a big surprise!!! I'm sitting here on the verge of tears . . . I'm so happy that you've welcomed this sweet orange boy into your hearts, after all you've been through with loosing Tubby.

I LOVE the name! I definitely see the Cracker Jack coloring! His face reminds me of Brodie's markings . . . his colored nose & white arrow above his nose . . . very cute!

If he's already purring & letting you love on him, that's a GREAT sign! I can't wait to hear how he does with our precious Peanut!!!

Congrats & WELCOME CRACKER JACK!!! I think all PT'ers are already in love with you!!! ;)

[catlover4ever]

Oh Debbie he is adorable. I'm so happy for you. Another orangie to the PT family.

[Randi]

Debbie, you got him!! :D

Congratulations - and Welcome to PT, Cracker Jack!!

He is gorgeous and he already seems happy to be with you. :) I'm sure Peanut will welcome him and show him what he can do and what not! ;)

I saw the video, it's such a treat to hear him purr and see him explore. His nose is all red from exitement - or is it always? He looks like a real love bug.

You MUST update soon!

Kisses, purrs and scritchies from us all.

[catnapper]

Hmmm... I'm waiting to see sirrahbed's reaction to our newest orangie! :D

I just had to come back and look at the pictures and watch the video again! He's absolutely charming. I am just so happy for you both Debbie and Terry (and Peanut too). What a great addition to your family.

[moosmom]

Oh Debbie!!!!

That is so wonderful you've given beautiful Cracker Jack a new home!!! I think he and Peanut will do fine once they get used to each other.

I love hearing stories about adoptions of older "pre-owned" kitties!!!

Congratulations to your new addition!

(((((hugs))))) and head bumpies!

Donna

[K & L]

I missed this!:eek: He's wonderful and I'm so happy you got a new baby!!!! How are he & Peanut doing together?

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

OMG DEBBIE... I AM JUST GOING TO DIE!!!!


Cracker Jack is PERFECT!! I am so excited for you I can hardley sit in my chair!!!! :D

What a surprise when I opened up this thread .... You gave us no CLUE that you got a new kitty... .

Cracker Jack... you are sure one LUCKY kitty boy... You are going to live the most happy wonderful life ever.. And be sure to make a good first impression with MIss. Peanut. She is a sweet sweet girl and is probable going to make the best big sister.

Jupiter sez...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid139/p82433c894b36087d2364c4474e8a14fb/f7102830.jpg

Welcome to Pet Talkey Crakerz JaK... yuz gonna have so muchy fun bein a Pet Talkey kitty... And get uzed to that ole flashy box... yuz will be seein a lotty of itz.

and Mizz. Debbiez.. I totally agree with yuz choice of new furrpanion.. his colorz and markies are very handsomey!! ;)

[Lacey]

Oh wow! This is a great surprise to get the work day rolling with! Congratulations Debbie, Peanut, and Terry on the new and very handsome orangie !

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

~UPDATES AND PICTURES~UPDATES AND PICTURES~UPDATES AND PICTURES ~UPDATES AND PICTURES ~UPDATES AND PICTURES ~UPDATES AND PICTURES ~UPDATES AND PICTURES ~UPDATES AND PICTURES ~UPDATES AND PICTURES :D :D :D

[catmandu]

He does have a GREAT PURR,and itsnice that you gave an older Cat,a New Home,and now Peanuts,wont be alone anymore!The Found Cats all MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE EEEEEEEEEEEEEOOOOOOOOOOOW For Peanuts and Cracker Jack!!:cool: :cool: :D :rolleyes: :rolleyes: ;) :p

[Cinder & Smoke]

.
Hi, Tubby here! :)

Hey Purrayer Pupz:
I'z callin frum God's Placement Offiss here at da Bridge...
Kan ya Patch me thru to da Howze? Baffroom extenshun, pleeze.

Hi, "Cracker Jack", It'z me - Tubby ~
(I konducted yur Final Interview ~
before we sent Mom & Dad into da Shelter viewin room.)

Now dint I tell ya it wuz gonna be a "piece a kake"!?
All ya gotta do iz be a GUD Boy an lissin ta whut God an I tell ya - an yur
gonna Fit Rite In wiffa programme.

DAD?
I TOLD ya not ta sweat him - He's a REEL SOFTIE!
He jest acktz like a Tuff Guy!
Kupple Hed Bumpiez anna *PURRR* - he'll melt in yur pawz!
But 'membur -
PeaNutter iz HIS Kat - dont get too *pushy* when She's onna Lap!!

Like I tell'd ya - Yur suppozed ta be a MOMMA's Boy!!
Pay no mynd when she calls ya "Tubby" - old habbitz are hard to break.
Be sure ya *PuRRR* like a Krazie Kat when she wuntz ta *cuddel* wiff ya -
an Hed Bumpies go over BIG in our howze!!

Now PeaNutter iz gonna be a lil bit uva "Hard Sell" -
yur jest gonna have to gib her sum tyme ta adjust...
dat Flashie Paint Job iz gonna be a bit uvva SHOCKER to her!
When ya go out inna garage wiff Dad (datz a Guy/Bonding thing -
get uzed ta helpin him werk onna Guy Toyz).
Ya kuld ask him to gib ya a RE-paint, but I dont fink
it'll reelee be necessarie.

I'z gonna <suggest> ya steer kleer of Peanut's lil HOWZE inna BigHowze...
Dat'z HER hidey-hole... an ya gotta <wipe yur pawz> affore ya go in!
Maybe ask Mom ta pick up a Kitty Kondo fur you.

An tread karefull when Peanut is werkin wiff Dad inna Home Offiss...
PeaNutter is hiz Offiss Gurl - spendz a LOTTA tyme on hiz Lappy.
Dont <push> inna Offiss - you kan <bond> wiff Dad out inna Garage!

Furgot ta azk ya inna Interview ~
Ya got any experience wiff Kleenin & Groomin??
PeaNutter alluz needz a lil *Spiffin* on toppa da hed an inna Earz!
(Learn ta <DUCK> - you'll see whut I mean!) :p

Whut about <Ridin>??
Any experience readin mapz an navigatin??
We gotz a reelee *NICE* Rollin MotorHowze fur travelin!
Hang on TITE when yur onna road - Dad'z got a bit of a :eek: Lead Foot!
Watch fur da Cracker Barrel sines - you'll be <kampin> in their
parkin lot sum nitez. (And I *fink* dat'z how ya got yur New Name!) ;)

OK, CJ (ya mynd iffin I kall ya "CJ"?)
I'll be checkin in purdy offin to see how yur doin...
Ya got sum Big Paw Printz ta fill, but allua us inna Placement Offiss
are sure yur Da Man to fill em!!

Tell da Fambily I *miss* em ALL -
How bout given a Hed Bumpie all around fur Me! :)

Wiff Luv,
/s/ Angel Burdder Tubby ;)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
We got it all, Tubby!
Gonna put it onna Pet Talk Wire rite away!

Nice Mee-Owin wiff ya, Tubby!
We'll put inna gud wud fur CJ an see iffin we kan get
him <sprung> outta da Baffroom later tuday!
/s/ da Prayer Pups

[catnapper]

OH Phred, you'vce got me crying. What a lovely message for you to pass along.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Oh Phred, you always know how to get the old eyes leakin' again. <smiles through tears>

Thanks so much everyone. And none of you have to feel like you just climbed out from under a rock. I told very very very few people about this because I just wasn't sure myself. I had seen him on petfinder.com before we left for vacation. I called on him and they really didn't tell me much except that he had just been put into isolation in the sick bay for a URI. We thought that was fate because they won't adopt anyone out who is in the sick bay, so he was sure to still be there when we got home. Then I wasn't sure because Peanut has been such a little princess lately, and I didn't want to rock her world anymore than it already has been, what with loosing Tubby and then two weeks in the motorhome....but then I thought better sooner rather than later...before she gets too princessy. :rolleyes: ;) Then I wasn't sure about Terry...or myself for that matter....but when we got to the shelter, he immediately meowed at Terry (did I mention he's a bit of a talker?) which sucked Terry in immediately. Then when the girl brought him in for us to meet him and he immediately started purring and head bumping and looking around with those big curious eyes, I just knew I had to bring him home.

There, now you all know the story, now on to the uppydate.

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

Originally posted by catnapper
OH Phred, you'vce got me crying. What a lovely message for you to pass along.

same here...
that was too precious...

[smokey the elder]

Congratulations! I think ol' Tubby sent Cracker Jack to you. He's such a handsome orange kitty!

[BigB_Kittys]

Congratulations on the newest member to your household Debbie. Cracker Jack is an extremely handsome fella. His facial markings are absolutely stunning as is his cute purr motor.

Brian

Ontario, Canada

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

ARHRGHGHGH

I just can't stay away... I wanted to say one more thing..

I remember when we brought Jupiter home...
Tinky was such a QUEEN B!! ... She hissed and carried on so. We put him in the spare room and she hissed and growled under the door at him.,.. (And still does whenever I have brought the scooter bugs, Macy and Zana in... or if another cat just walks up on the porch..(

But Jupiter is such a gentleman.. He has never raised his voice at anyone. ... He is such a curious and friendly kitty... He has such a gentle character.....and Cracker Jack is bringing back such happy memories for me...

:D

[wolflady]

OMG! :D Congratulations on the new addition. Cracker Jack is just too too cute and of course ORANGE!!:D
Let us know how he and Peanut are doing. What a great way to begin my morning! :D :D

**hugs**

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Well....I think Peanut has been talking to Edwina.....because I woke up at 3:30 this morning to sounds that I've never heard come from my little sweetie pie! ;) She is a little spooked at everything now, but is only hissing and spitting this morning. :o And Cracker Jack? Not even the hint of a hiss back at her. :D

I was sitting in the bathroom with him last night with the door closed. Neither one of us knew Peanut was on the other side, Terry was up watching the blow out that was billed as a football game. So here's Jack and I, sitting quietly, he's exploring the crack under the door when all of a sudden we hear this horrendous HISSSSSSS outside the door! He jumped, I jumped and it was only Peanut, already imposing her mandate that she is still queen of the house! This morning, she was sitting back from the door, and did I mention Jack is a bit of a talker? Well, whenever he would meow, Peanut would hiss. Too funny. I did bring her up into bed with me and she settled down and was purring, so I don't think she's too terribly upset.

Cracker Jack on the other hand, wants out, and he wants it bad! He is so over the bathroom and wants out to explore the rest of the house. However, Peanut is not ready for that yet and I don't want to push it. They'll have the rest of their lives together, so I don't want to push things and make her hate him forever. Tonight when I get home, we will be letting him out of the bathroom and into the bedroom for awhile to give him a bit of a breather, and I did give him some catnip this morning and a few toys to play with. The bathroom is huge compared to the cage he was in, but it stills seems too small for him. :D

Oh, and we discovered an interesting thing. His previous owners were male - father(we're thinking 40-50 years old) and "slow" son(probably in mid 20's), father passed away and son went to a "home" - so Cracker Jack is so much more comfortable with Terry! Terry went in the bathroom with him last night without me, and what he was describing was not the same thing I saw when I went in with him. So we both went in together and he was so much more animated when Terry was petting him and talking to him than when I was. He even rolled over and was acting goofy with Terry! But that's ok. Bonds Terry to him that much better, and we may need that in the next few days if Peanut doesn't let up with the hissy fits. ;) :D

I only got a few pictures this morning. He really made a mess with the litterbox (typical male) so I had to use my time cleaning that up instead of taking pictures.

He's been sleeping in the carrier box they gave me to bring him home in. I laid it on its side hoping he would use it as a hidey hole, and he is, so yep Phred, looks like he's going to have his own little condo. :D
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/pf07e2852025b5c35f952250a5e2e5e15/f59aeea7.jpg

Here he is looking cute.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p20838ad3292df414953e214773586d54/f59aeeaf.jpg

Enough with the flashy box already! What's with that thing anyway?
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/pc36fde1d73279e4358e60b78410c66d2/f59aeeb5.jpg

And for lack of pictures, here are the two pictures that were on petfinder and their own website. The first one is the one that drew me in and the second one is the one that really got me.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p354a945989429a17891e69c949a8a169/f59aeebd.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid153/p5ed4e7ce7bfd69a44d150ec0cccd3d20/f59aeebb.jpg

And one more short video. No purring this time, just some skritchies. And that "spot" on his cheek is where a chunk of furr is missing. The girl at the shelter didn't even notice it until we pointed it out. We get a free check up at the vet, so we'll have to have him take a look at it.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Drat, the video didn't show up. So here it is.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Oh, and I really MUST get some good pictures of his tail. I love his tail!!! Towards the tip it gets stripey with white mixed in with the orange...and he's always flicking his tail....just like Tubby used to do. :D

Oh! Another thing he does with his tail is he always holds it way up and it curls around like a question mark! I've always thought that was so cute when kitties did that and now I have one! :D

All I know is Peanut better get off her high horse real soon because this boy is quickly taking hold of my heart. ;) :D

[mina'smomma]

Ohhh Debbie he is absolutely adorable. I love how he looks.

[NKBurlington]

Congratulations! He is beautiful.

[Barbara]

I couldn't wait to hear more about CJ! Do you remember how Eddie first bonded to Don?

They know if they don't get the guys they will always make bad PR for them:D Mom will give her unconditional love anyway :D

Smart boy:)

[NoahsMommy]

Debbie,

You're such a proud new meowmie! I love seeing how happy and excited you are with CJ. :) :) :) He's such a doll and must get used to the flashy box....we LOVE this boy already and need uppydates, um, at least daily. Did I mention illustrated uppydates? ;)

I'm sure Peanut will come around. With such a gorgeos boy around, she'd be crazy not to. ;)

I love that last petfinder picture...he's all curled up and touching his cute toes. Awww....I'm smitten already!!

That's quite cute that he's comfy with Terry too. I'm sure that's a wonderful comfort to him to have another man around. :)

In looking at that video last night, the way he walks and holds himself reminded me so much of my Jonah when he's walking around our apartment. So inquisative, but when there's someone to love, no more looking, just pets and purrs please!

I'm so happy for your fur and skin family. :)

[jazzcat]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Oh! Another thing he does with his tail is he always holds it way up and it curls around like a question mark! I've always thought that was so cute when kitties did that and now I have one! :D

All I know is Peanut better get off her high horse real soon because this boy is quickly taking hold of my heart. ;) :D

Oh I love that! Jazz does that too and I had never seen it until her and thought it was the cutest. We called her the Riddler (from Batman) for months because of the question mark.:D

Give Peanut lots of time to settle down. I think you are on the right path with Feliway and make sure to give her lots of extra attention.

[RICHARD]

lololol,


It reminds me of the old jingle -

Candy coated popcorn, peanuts and a prize....
THAT'S what you get in Cracker Jacks!!!


Or you can change his name to Jeep!

CJ and he's 7 years old.......CJ 7!!!!

Welcome to PT, CJ!!!


Debbie,
IF YOU REMEMBER Cracker Jacks have always been messy....

The crumbs that you pull out of the bottom of the box stick to everything!!!!


http://www.crackerjack.com/home.htm

[Killearn Kitties]

Aww, Cracker Jack is gorgeous!! What a sweet face he has, and that glamorous dash of orange nose liner! What can I say?

Scritchie scritchie scritchie scritchie! :D :D

[ramanth]

Oh Debbie! He is adorable! Congrats on your new addition. I'm sure Peanut will warm up to him. :D

[catnapper]

Look at those pictures of him from Petfinder. No wonder you fell for him! And that video is too sweet! He loves those chin scritchies and can't quite decide how he wants to lay his paw! :D

Though I haven't seen any evidence of a talkative fellow! ;)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by RICHARD
It reminds me of the old jingle -

Candy coated popcorn, peanuts and a prize....
THAT'S what you get in Cracker Jacks!!!


I had forgotten that one Richard! Thanks for the link too. I was trying to describe to Randi yesterday what Cracker Jacks were, don't know if she understood or not so now she can see what they are!

I've got two things running through my head. First is the 7th inning stretch song that Sara mentioned in her post, and the 2nd is this idiotic childhood nursery rhyme:

Jack Sprat could eat no fat
His wife could eat no lean
And so betwixt them both you see
They licked the platter clean!

Who in the world comes up with this stuff?! :rolleyes: But I cannot for the life of me get it out of my head. :rolleyes:

I noticed in the first video I posted you can sort of see how Cracker Jack holds his tail up - after the zoom in for the purring. :D

My battery is dead on my camera. Thank goodness I have a spare because it looks like I need to take lots and lots of pics tonight. :D

[kimlovescats]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom

Jack Sprat could eat no fat
His wife could eat no lean
And so betwixt them both you see
They licked the platter clean!


Oh my gosh! Debbie, you won't believe this ... but for years I never had this nursery rhyme right, and it was frustrating me! LOL!!! Somehow I must have learned it just from hearing it, instead of reading it. I learned the line

"And so betwixt them both you see" as (don't laugh)

"And so they twitched and turned you see" :rolleyes:

Imagine my confusion all of these many years? Now I might can actually get off of my antidepressants!!!!:eek: :rolleyes: ;)
Pet Talk is the one-stop place to come for ALL YOUR NEEDS!!! LOL!!:D

[Vermontcat]

Congratulations on the new addition to your family!:)
Cracker Jack is very handsome, my first thought when I saw his photo was that he looked like an orange Eddie.
One good thing about his fur color is that he is half white so that when he sheds it will blend right in with your white carpet.;)
I hope that Peanut gets along with him, do you think he will try to lick her all the time like Tubby did?

Now that you have Peanut(s) and Cracker Jack, when are you going to take them out to the ballgame in the motorhome?;)
(That's the song that got stuck in my head when I read the title of this thread.)

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom

... it looks like I need to take lots and lots of pics tonight.
:D

Deb ~
Dad wunts ta knowe iffin you're onna way HOME, yet? :confused:

:eek:
WHY NOT!!?? :(

Tell dat ole Boss ya stuff ta DO atta Howze!

Hang on, CJ ~
We'z gonna try to send Mom home urlee tuday! ;)

..

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
Deb ~
Dad wunts ta knowe iffin you're onna way HOME, yet? :confused:

:eek:
WHY NOT!!?? :(

Tell dat ole Boss ya stuff ta DO atta Howze!

Hang on, CJ ~
We'z gonna try to send Mom home urlee tuday! ;)

..

I wish, Phred, I wish! :D Unfortunately the boss isn't in a very good mood today...so what's new? :rolleyes:

Hopefully the snow will really start flying and I will be able to leave a little early. :D

[Sara luvs her Tinky]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Hopefully the snow will really start flying and I will be able to leave a little early. :D


rub it in Debbie... rub it in!!!

A new kitty and some snow..... Me, T, and J are going to come and spend a few days with you!!;)

[Edwina's Secretary]

Well, at least now I know who Edwina was talking to on the phone last night! Something about being....oh now I understand a Thespian!

But Debbie....you had better keep an eye on any deliveries that arrive. I found my computer open to Amazon this morning. A quick check turned up...."Love/Hate -- Control Through Imbalance" "The Art of Intimidation" "Techniques of Dominance"......

[QueenScoopalot]

A NEW KITTY!!!! I'm so happy for you Deb! Hope that he fills the void left by Tubby! No time to read alllll the replies here, have to unload the car, and dash...then nap! CONGRATS he's adorable looking. :D :D :D

[Catsnclay]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Terry went in the bathroom with him last night without me,

:D :) :D So, you let Terry go to the bathroom alone?? :D :D lol

sorry, that just struck me as funny. :D

I too would also like to welcome Cracker Jack to PT. I'm glad we will have a new furry face to talk about.

I'm sure Tubby is smiling at all of this!

[Prairie Purrs]

Congrats on your handsome orange boy! Good choice to adopt an older fella (especially getting him away from a kill shelter).

I'm sure he and Peanut will work things out--he seems like a mellow boy who will let her boss him around a little. :D

[dukedogsmom]

An orangie! He is gorgeous. Bless you for giving an older cat a chance. I know he's got a wonderful home now. I hope he brings you much happiness. Love that purr.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Edwina's Secretary
Well, at least now I know who Edwina was talking to on the phone last night! Something about being....oh now I understand a Thespian!

But Debbie....you had better keep an eye on any deliveries that arrive. I found my computer open to Amazon this morning. A quick check turned up...."Love/Hate -- Control Through Imbalance" "The Art of Intimidation" "Techniques of Dominance"......

:eek: :eek: :eek:

Oh no! What is my sweet Peanut getting herself into!? :eek:

:D :D

Thanks so much everyone. I can't wait to get home and see how things are going between the two of them. :D

[LoudLou]

Debbie, Terry and Princess Peanut....

Congratulations on the new addition to your family!

Peanut,

Please give Peace a chance. Cracker Jack looks like he'd be a great brother... and brothers are great, 'cause you can blame things on them. ;)

Princess Mocha Bean


Craker Jack,

WELCOME to your fuuur- ever home!:D

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by QueenScoopalot
Hope that he fills the void left by Tubby!

For some reason I really don't think that Tubby left a void...

How could the Tubster NOT take up room in Debbie's heart???;)

[RedHedd]

Debbie Congratulations on Cracker Jack! He's SO cute .... those eyes! the orangeness! and the question-mark tail. Mishi holds his tail like that all the time .... when he parades by with his fluffy orange question-mark tail unfurled, I often exclaim "The Plume! The Plume!" (like Love Boat's "The Plane! The Plane!"). He definitely looks like a keeper! I hope Princess Peanut allows him to live in peace with you!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I talked to Terry a little earlier - he's on the road again today - but when he gets home he is going to let Jack out of the bathroom and into the bedroom. Expand his horizons a little. I'm sure Cracker Jack will be quite thrilled. Can't wait to see Peanut's reaction. ;) :rolleyes: :D

However, the part I found interesting was that Terry took the initiative and said that he would let Cracker Jack out. I didn't have to ask him or anything, he just said he would do it. First time since I've known him that he took the initiative to do anything with the cats besides give them treats. Way to go Cracker Jack! :D

Thanks again everyone. And yes, Richard, Tubby has left a void - a huge one! Not in my heart, but in my daily life. Nothing or no-one can take the place of Tubby in my heart, but hopefully Cracker Jack will help fill the empty feeling the house has had lately.

What I do know is that after Tubby, but before CJ, Peanut was just fuss, fuss, fuss all morning long and most of the evening too. Haven't heard a fuss out of her since Jack came home. Hissing yes, fussing no. Don't know what that means......;) :D

[ChrisH]

Oh, Debbie, he is absolutely gorgeous! :D Congratulations! :D

[prechrswife]

Congratulations on the new addition! Cracker Jack is a very handsome fellow. I just love the orange spot on his nose.:D

[Twink]

Ohhhh...congratulations! He's one handsome fella. Very wise to adopt a seven-year-old. Much less likely to drive Peanut to distraction. ;)

Cracker Jack, you are a lovely, LUCKY boy with a great new and expanded name! Enjoy your new family, honey, and I know they'll enjoy you. And PT will too! Prepare to be posted, kitty. :)

Now, remember to give your beautiful sister baths sometimes. It will make your brother angel Tubby smile. Even if she gets grumpy about it. Especially if she gets grumpy about it!

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
. First time since I've known him that he took the initiative to do anything with the cats besides give them treats. Way to go Cracker Jack! :D



Betcha a dollar that Terry empties a cat box before Feb 06, 2005.

[Jods]

Congrats on the new addition. He is beautiful. I'm going to watch the video now...:)

[K & L]

Originally posted by smokey the elder
Congratulations! I think ol' Tubby sent Cracker Jack to you. He's such a handsome orange kitty!

I believe you're right here!!

[NoahsMommy]

AND he trains men??? Cracker Jack, you're my hero!!! GOOD boy! ;)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by RICHARD
Betcha a dollar that Terry empties a cat box before Feb 06, 2005.

You're on Richard!!!

[lisalee]

Congratulations on adopting Cracker Jack!! :D He's such a handsome boy! You have such a kind heart to adopt an older cat. I love hearing adoption stories of older kitties, that just makes me very happy! :)

[wolf_Q]

Congratulations on the new addition! Cracker Jack is simply adorable!! I just love his markings, what a handsome guy! I hope he and Peanut will become buddies soon! :)

[Miss Meow]

Wow, he's gorgeous! :D

Congratulations on your new addition, and you're so wonderful to give an older cat a fur-ever home :)

I hope his appetite picks up soon :)

[Karen]

Cracker Jack is perfect - the name, the kitty - and I am so glad you 'dopted him! Peanut may not be glad right now, but given time, they'll go together as well as peanuts and cracker jack the real thing! :) He's very handsome, and a sleek-coated contast to Miss Flufflygirl!

[shais_mom]

OOOOHHHHHHH Debbie I am so happy for you!!!
I think Peanut and Kylie have been chatting b/c she makes noises I have never heard from her since lil' Kloe came home!!


Yea for Cracker Jack in Training Terry!!!
:)
{{hugs}}

[Cinder & Smoke]

:confused:
Where's our CJ Tailz???

NUTZ!!
I just HATE It :( when "skewl werk" gets in the way of
a Good Kat Tail!

..

[Vio&Juni]

Yipee! I am so glad for you, Terry, Peanut and for CJ :D

Btw, Debbie, when we brought Pichu home and Juni was hissing constantly, he wasn't reacting in any way. I think that is a good sign.

[lynnestankard]

Oh WOW! CONGRATULATIONS Debbie - what a beautiful boy Cracker Jack is!!
This is a lovely surprise and I wish you all lots of happy years together.

Such a clever, handsome boy to get the right furrever home.

Hope it's not long before Peanut stops hissing and being female and just gets on with loving this gorgeous furboy.

The pics., are tremendous and I think I'm in love alreadyxxxxxxx

Lynne

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks again everyone. He sure is a sweet boy. :D

And not to worry Phred, I've got more CJ Tailz to tell, but I have to download, then upload the pics first!

Patience my dear, patience. :D

Just a quick tidbit. More hissing this morning from Peanut, more "no reaction" from CJ. He was eating her left over treats (that I brought into the bedroom for him) and I held the door open so they could see each other. Peanut hissed, Jack looked, Peanut hissed, Jack looked, Peanut hissed, Jack went back to eating, Peanut hissed, Jack kept eating, Peanut hissed one last time and walked away in disgust. ;) :D :D No real "aggressiveness"(is that spelled correctly? ack-who cares!) on either part, just a bunch of hissing and growling on Peanut's part. Woo hoo, what progress! :rolleyes: :D

[catnapper]

:D Awww... way to go CJ! Just keep up ignoring her hissing and she'll give up. Maybe she'll turn those hisses into purrs?

[kuhio98]

Well, how the heck did I miss this thread? :confused: :confused: :confused:

Congratulations on your new baby. Many, happy and healthy years to you. :D

[momoffuzzyfaces]

WOW!
Welcome CJ! I bet you have a black cat guardian angel!

Don't pay Peanut no never mind! Once she realizes she can't chase you off, she will mellow out. Look at a certain Edwina!

Congratulations to the entire family!:D

[manda_moo87]

CONGRATS DEBBIE! :D

CJ is ADORABLE! :D

[popcornbird]

:eek:

Wait a minute....Did you get another cat? Wow!!! Where have I been? I had no idea!!!!!!!!! :D

Congrats! Cracker Jack is ADORABLE!!!

[lizzielou742]

YAY! He's SO cute!!! And the name is purrfect!!! Congratulations Debbie, and welcome to your new furrever home, Cracker Jack!!!

P.S. Peanut - you adorable kitty, play nice!! ;)

[koxka]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
.... Peanut hissed, Jack looked, Peanut hissed, Jack looked, Peanut hissed, Jack went back to eating, Peanut hissed, Jack kept eating, Peanut hissed one last time and walked away in disgust. ;) :D :D


:D :D :D :D :D :D :D

Way to go Craker Jack !!! :cool:

[CalliesMom]

What a wonderful thing to come back to! I'm so glad you rescued that lil' beauty and he is so sweet. Cracker Jack is the cutest name, too.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Betcha a dollar that Terry empties a cat box before Feb 06, 2005.


Ok, Richard, you owe me a dollar. :D

[RICHARD]

LOLOLOLOL.


I forgot all about that.....


Send me your address! :D

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I forgot all about that.....

Send me your address! :D

I forgot all about it too! Glad I found it though. (there needs to be an "evil grin" smilie). :D

No need to mail it, I'll collect next time I see you.....which should be when you're washing Sara's car before/during the next BBQ. :) :p :D

[catmandu]

And we are gald,that everything has worked out,and that Cracker Jack,and Peanuts,are Furr Ever Friends,and Companions!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v621/catmandu/catphotos952.jpg

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks Gary. :) Sometimes I think Peanut still wishes she was alone, but I know Cracker Jack has turned into a dear brother to her, she just won't admit it. :rolleyes:

Hopefully one of these days I'll have time to go back and upload all these pics back to Imagestation. :rolleyes:

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

My how time flies! It's been 6 years now, and I don't know what this household would do without CJ around. Tubby sure knew what he was doing when he sent us CJ. :)

Some recent pics.

Oops, forgot to mention, check out page 3 of this thread for a post by the purrayer pups. Sure miss Phred.

[cassiesmom]

What an adorable, beautiful redhead kitty! CJ, you are lovely!

[krazyaboutkatz]

Thanks for popping in Debbie.:) CJ sure is a very handsome boy.:) How is Robin doing these days? Hopefully she's doing well too.

[Barbara]

I agree with Tracey- how can you post a thread about adorable CJ without telling us about Robin. We miss you too- come more often.

[catmandu]

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/pouncer2scrappy/ClassicCats492.jpg
And Tubby Angel sent us Tubby 2 Angel:love: who became an Awesome Angel after a yera, his Son Tubster Panther:love: hale and hearty at 8 , and Ebony Beau Tubster:love: who sadly was too ill to adopt.:(
At least Tubby 2 and Ebony Beau Angels are not suffering as Strays and are with us with Peanut and Cracker Jack Angels :love::love:as we dine out together.:D

[Sonia59]

It's so nice to see CJ again, and to hear from you :)
Your boy is looking very good! :love:

[Bengalz]

CJ!! it is wonderful to see you again - we certainly don't get enough of you around here;) Sure looks like the good life agrees with you sweetie - you are looking just gorgeous:D

How is your sister Robin? Please tell your Mom we need to see her too:)

Stay well little guy and don't be a stranger:)

[Laura's Babies]

Nice seeing that handsome boy again! We have a long haired one at adoption day that reminds me so much of CJ that I tell him every time he comes how much he looks like a PT kitty I know..

Yea, where's Robins pictures? We miss her too!

[catmandu]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v621/catmandu/meowies2318.jpg
Tubby 2 Angel from about 8 yeras ago, when Tubster Panther was a Big Kitten.:(
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v621/catmandu/cats101736.jpg
And My Almost Found Hotel Cat , the ill fated Ebony Beau Tubster:(
I pray that when Peanut, Tubby :love::love: and Cracker Jack :love:go on thier RV Trips , taht there is room for Two More Angels.:love::love:

[Randi]

Aww, it's good to see CJ again - and you. I just love that last picture. I see he likes to drink from the tap, too. :D


... but I know Cracker Jack has turned into a dear brother to her, she just won't admit it. :rolleyes:
That sounds just like Edwina and Eddie. LOL!

[slick]

Hello Debbie, Terry, CJ and Robin: (did I get the order right? ;))
Just wanted you to know that I think of you more often than you'll ever know. :love::love::love:

slick
xoxo