Dear Friends,
You may have already observed our total lack of blogging lately. It seems my staff has decided we need to find flaws and make them go away and we need to do some upgrading. None of that seems to be out of the ordinary. Bloggers do it all the time. Apparently, they know what they are doing.
We are approaching from a short learning curve. I became suspicious when my staff started referring to “major surgery”. The concept of major surgery, has nothing to do with our physical health, I can assure you. As I understand it, it refers to whacking out some codes that are not doing what we intended.
If we suddenly drop off the face of the internet, you will know the “procedure” as unsuccessful. If we look very weird, hopefully it is fixable. Whatever happens we are not going to give up. We will remain calm and positive and everything will turn out fine in the end. Unfortunately, I cannot put a time frame on it.
Sage advice indicates we start back at the beginning and go from there. That being said, I want to show you where we were at the beginning:
Your friend,
Fisher
Thank you bluehost for your patience, your help, and your very good manners. They did not once laugh at us while we were on the phone.
Take a long, long nap!
Thank you everyone for your good wishes and support!
Your friend,
Fisher
(and staff)
They call me Shady because I am gray. NOT because I am a shady lady!
Dear friends,
Thank you so much for helping me get the word out! We now have a little more information:
Her name is Shady and she lived with a dog and they got along great.
The family tree added some grandchildren along the way – and she got along well with the kiddos.
She is close to 3 years old, plus or minus a few months.
She is also a dedicated lap cat! awww
Your friend,
Fisher
Does this guy really want to be an Easter bunny?
Dear friends,
Many humans are about to go out and purchase a live bunny for the Easter holiday. For some, a bunny in the house would be a wonderful addition. I would call that a passion for the little critters. For others it is something done on the spur of the moment – a whim, if you will.
Bunnies (who turn into rabbits) are not too much unlike having a cat in your home. I myself know of a few homes who are quite happy with their rabbits. There are a few differences between a cat and a rabbit, however. Consider these:
1. Bunnies do not shred your furniture, but they may chew it up.
2. Bunnies are prone to chewing on any and all visible electrical cords, while cats general do not.
3. When they are hungry, Bunnies do not yowl or stare at you using their incredible mind control tactics as the cat is prone to do.
4. Bunnies are trainable and polite – on par with a cat. You be the judge of that statement.
Be very sure you are getting a bunny at Easter time because you really want a rabbit for a pet. Is it your passion or is it a whim. If it is your passion, you may likely search the net for a bunny rescue organization near you. You can also search for care and feeding information. Be prepared and get educated. My friends at the bunny bunch put together some serious information for those who just want an Easter gift.
Most end up dead before their first birthday. While rabbits do make wonderful companions living as house rabbits, there is a lot to learn before acquiring a rabbit. Bunnies are bought because of Easter, and when it’s over the little Easter gift disappears into an adult rabbit.
What happens to these rabbits?
- Once the novelty has worn off many lead a sad lonely life, living outside in a cage or hutch which is usually too small. They are fed and watered like a plant with very little exercise or human interaction. During the hot summer heat they are often found dead in their hutch.
- Some are dumped at parks, golf courses, schools or fields, left to fend for them selves. Domestic rabbits cannot survive in the wild they will die.
- Thousands of rabbits are taken to over loaded city and county shelters, and are killed due to the incredibly high number of abandoned rabbits, and rabbit over population.
- Once the novelty has worn off many lead a sad lonely life, living outside in a cage or hutch which is usually too small. They are fed and watered like a plant with very little exercise or human interaction. During the hot summer heat they are often found dead in their hutch.
- Some are dumped at parks, golf courses, schools or fields, left to fend for them selves. Domestic rabbits cannot survive in the wild they will die.
- Thousands of rabbits are taken to over loaded city and county shelters, and are killed due to the incredibly high number of abandoned rabbits, and rabbit over population.
As I said, if your passion is to have a rabbit for a pet, that is wonderful. I highly recommend going to a rescue group – your new friend will have shots, spay and neuter procedures are done, and you will save a life!
Your friend,
Fisher
P.S. There is no rule against having an Easter kitty, either.
Where does the time go! Some say it flies when you are having fun. I agree! A short three years ago I started my blog, Ask Fisher, and quickly became an advice columnist. I was lucky enough to get published which puffed me up quite a bit. How nice that I could buy my own treats – and even share some with little brother Wart.
This year brought more changes. We added little sister Scooter to our household. She finds a reason every day to make us all laugh. Well, most of us. Little brother Wart does not always think she is funny.
I also became an unemployed columnist, but my advice continues on my blog for those who write to me. Happily, I still receive letters – and I love hearing from you. Cats, dogs, and all others are invited to ask me for help. I know there are little goats, tiny pigs, and mighty horses out there who surely have a question or two. Who knows? Next year, the book?
Change creates new opportunities. I now have a Fan page on Facebook, and my own Twitter account. I have a lot to learn about this social networking idea, but I love being a part of it. I have met many friends from all different persuasions. Many have become close friends which I think is wonderful since we have never physically met. Life is a great adventure for one little cat with a lot say!
Today I do have a lot to say – not so much in words, but in heartfelt appreciation. This is a very big thanks to all who “follow” me, write to me, and “friend” me. You keep my mind fueled my heart full, and my days blessed with so much fun.
Thank you!
Your friend,
Fisher
3 – 2 – 1…it’s time to nap again.
but I will keep an eye out for you
Win a custom watercolor pet portrait for yourself,
or a gift certificate for a friend.
Contest details (cats do not have rules):
OR
readers who do not have pets may enter on behalf of
their friends and win a gift certificate by sending a
photo(s) – if you have one – of your friend with a short
bio and a description of their issue.
You are allowed to use a fictitious name in order
to keep your plan a secret and
also to not offend your friend – or let me know if you
want to remain anonymous.
Not all my readers have pets and a gift certificate will make a very cool gift.
1. Entries may be submitted by email to askfisher@gmail.com or by snail mail to: Fisher Harris, 200 2nd Ave S 123, St. Petersburg, FL 33701.
2. Your entry constitutes your agreement to allow us to publish your letter and photo during and/or after the contest, whether or not you win the grand prize.
3. The contest winner will receive an original 5 x 7 watercolor portrait plus 5 “private edition” note cards or a certificate for the same.
The winning entry will be drawn by an independent, non-partisan, uninvolved helper to ensure no heartstrings are pulled and it is completely fair.
More than one pet? Multiple entries are accepted.
One winner is guaranteed, but there could be more depending on the number and uniqueness of entries. Not limited to cats and dogs. All pets are included with the exception of pet rocks and humans.
portrait or certificate
delivery before Christmas.
The winner will be notified on October 23, 2010 via email.
Stop by Water Color Your World to preview other pet portraits.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, and by all means pass this along to your friends. You never know – they may enter to get a certificate for you!
Your friend,
Fisher
It is September now and the temperature has gone below 90 degrees a few times. Cat energy levels are increasing at our house and we are really looking forward to finally enjoying our new yard (supervised, of course).
Scooter relaxing in new found breeze.
Scooter, our newest addition and former street cat, has no problem claiming her domain.
Self appointed Queen of the Hill.
I see the squirrel but I am not giving up my throne.
As for me, I still get upset when the winds blow up my skirt. Scooter wins!
Your friend,
Fisher
