I'm shocked by what my friend said to me...

[Catty1]

(psst...offer Dr. Bob a kitty! Like, the next one that falls into your life! )

[RICHARD]

There is the great slogan from the Harley Davidson t-shirts - it's about why people ride a HD......If I have to explain it to you, you would not understand.

There are people, as well meaning as they are, that will tell you to so something that they see has an easy solution to a problem.

You put aside your own comfort for your pets.

He might not understand..

My jerkwad ex-friend was the same way when I told him I took a cat in.
He didn't understand so I didn't bother.

Next time stock up on mac and cheese, Ramen and some crackers.

The most nourishment come from animals- pets feed the soul.

[davidpizzica]

Sweetheart, you made the only decision that you could make. Knowing your bunch like I do, I don't think any one one of them could adjust to a sudden new home.(I know Mollie Rose would be devastated.) Dr. Bob talks like he wants you to get rid of some furniture, not living things with emotions. I know you can take care of Buddy's problem, too. Big {{{{HUGS}}}} to you and your beautiful cat family!

[Medusa]

Donna, everyone who knows me also knows one of my beliefs is "People first". Take care of Donna. You know that if you were to rehome any of your furkids, you would feel even worse. However, you've chosen the wise course of action of not taking in any more, at least for a while. Life changes and we have to change w/it, so right now it isn't feasible to take in any more cats but later on circumstances could and most likely will change for the better and you may be able to help other cats then. As Richard said "Pets feed the soul". Tonight, at the end of your busy day, take a few minutes to take inventory ie. count your blessings. When I was having the worst financial struggles of my life, I had to get back to basics and tell myself "You're warm and dry, you're fed, you have a place to lay your head. Your cats are safe and so are you. Life is good." A special candle will burn tonight for our dear friend Donna.

[carole]

Donna I have tears in my eyes reading your post, i really feel for you so much,you have a heart of gold and that is where you're problem lies, but DON'T you ever go changing that, because that is what makes you the very special person that you are, a person i genuinely love and care about.

I am sure your'e friend mean't well and was not being horrible, but he really does not understand the magnitude of what he is saying does he?

How could you possibly make that choice, and i know you are just feeling very overwhelmed by everything right now, and that is when we sometimes make hasty decisions we later regret, i know you will not be doing that.

I can only wish things improve for you and that the light at the end of the tunnel shines through on you as brightly as it can.

Take care my friend and remember we are all here for you,HUGS.

[moosmom]

There is no way any of my cats are going anywhere. They've been with me through my moves, my hospitalization, the death of my Dad, you name it. I was pretty emotional on the phone to him and he IS right in a way. He's really a no-nonsense kind of person and is very open and honest with me. That's why we've been friends for so long.

But I got my paycheck today and was able to buy food for me and my furbabies, as well as treats and litter.

[Marigold2]

It's hard for many to imagine the love, support, friendship and joy our fur children bring. When I have a rough time during the day I often think of Benny's face and it makes me smile. I cannot put into words the joy a bunny brings.
I truly hope that the days to come bring you some relief in your finanical worries. Times are very tough and have been for years now.
Is it possible for you to take on a second job even for a few months? Perhaps something like babysitting (which I did for years) or petsitting might bring in some extra cash.
I wish you much peace and joy.