I am sorry that this update is copied (x-posted) but I am really strapped for time at the moment and I wanted to post an update as some people have been asking how things are going.



My might as well be SIL & her kids are all settled in their apartment. They have almost everything they need besides one bed (for the adults), one dresser, a few (very few) odds & ends & some knick-knacks to make it look more like home. The kids are still in need of some school supplies but most everything else that is needed is for Crystal. It's really looking nice and they seem to be doing great considering all they have been through and how busy they have been. They send their thanks (major thanks) to each & every one of yous.

The ferrets are all settled into their new home with my niece & nephew..... except Spurr. I still have him. (does a BIG happy dance) He developed some excess gook in his ear and one of his eyes Friday night so I am keeping him until he's all healed. Took him to the vet this morning, got some antibiotics for him & some eye cream (already had all the ear stuff). $125 later we should be all set, I hope. I was and still am so worried that he will become depressed without his buddies. In that event I am prepared to drive all the way back up there to re-unite him with his pals at any given moment. But so far so good (knock on wood). He's been getting lots of extra attention at home to help make up for it. IF he does good by himself I may just keep him forever, as a single ferret. Oh and that is IF I can also talk my niece into letting me. IF that happens I think I'll be needing a bigger cage. I have my 1.5 story martins hospital cage but thats not big enough for my tastes. Don't get me wrong, he's got enough room to be healthy in that cage but it only fits one hammock, and in my mind thats too small for a permanent home.
Edited to add that the kids are so very happy to have some critters to love on & give some love in return. Everyone could see an instant improvement with the kids attitude & their attitudes continue to shine more & more each & every day.

Thank you all who have and who are helping us out. The ferrets, the kids, Crystla & I appreciate it way more than words can say!