Adopt A Shelter Pet Day

April 30 is Adopt A Shelter Pet Day!

Eastside Cats adopted Manny and Chili Bruce from Michigan Humane.

These two have been the bestest housepanthers, and we will adopt again.

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April 30 is National Tabby Day!

Celestial Paddy O'Malley

Henry the Ninth

Eastside Cats have been owned by two tabby cats, Paddy O' and Henry.

Two such terrific kitties!

❤️❤️❤️

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Henry's Health Update:

He gave me a fright by not eating much all day, but managed to eat up a goodly portion after his 8 PM meds.

The pooplogs I was so pleased about have turned back into loose stuff, yet the B12 sprinkled into his food just started a few days ago; best give it a bit longer to see if he adapts.

Henry got a spa treatment on Wednesday; a good combing, and then brushies.

He LURVs to bunt his noggin against any part of a human he can reach, and he's so cute.

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Let's Hop!

Chalked

It's Walkin' & Readin' Wednesday!

Chalk drawings found on my neighborhood sidewalks:

Fish or marine animals

Golly, have no idea...

"Never Give Up!"

Now I want a box of chalk for myself.

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Non-Fiction Audiobooks that I listened to recently and recommend:

Thirteen Perfect Fugitives: The True Story of the Mob, Murder, and the World's Largest Art Heist by Geoffrey Kelly, narrated by the author

The Gardner Museum heist in Boston in 1990 is a real mystery, but former FBI Agent Geoffrey Kelly has the inside scoop.  We've got stories of the mob, cops, teenagers out drinking, and priceless artwork that has not yet been recovered, all told with humor, insight, and humility.

Humor Me: How Laughing More Can Make You Present, Creative, Connected, and Happy by Chris Duffy, narrated by the author

"For anyone who has tried out meditation, a new year's resolution or gratitude practice as a self-improvement strategy, HUMOR ME offers a fresh and exciting path to greater presence, creativity, connection and joy."-Goodreads

If This Be Magic: The Unlikely Art of Shakespeare in Translation by Daniel Hahn, narrated by the author

"How does Shakespeare remain Shakespeare when every word is changed? In this playful, meditative exploration of translating the world’s most beloved playwright, Daniel Hahn guides us through the magic of bringing the Bard to a global audience."-Goodreads

📚📚📚

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Henry Update:

Yeah, that didn't work.

I didn't give Henry his 8 pm appetite stimulant on Monday, to see if he would eat on his own.  He didn't/wouldn't eat Tuesday's breakfast.

*SIGH*

Therefore, he received the 1/4 pill with his 8 am meds, and he's eating well again.

I knew better, but allowed my logical mind to override my gut instinct:

Gut: "He didn't eat for days last week; leave him be."

Mind: "He's eating like crazy; time to scale back!"

*EYEROLL*

We enjoyed a quick cat nap together on Tuesday afternoon.

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Let's Hop!

Da Chair

It's Twozday!

Manny and Chili Bruce continue to really enjoy sleeping on OUR chair.

Sometimes the lighting seems to make their fur appear shiny.

It's amusing that these two ruffians do not enjoy being brushed or combed, while former feral Henry can't get enough of the spa treatment.

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Henry Update:

Henry consumes a HUGE amount of food these days, about three times the amount he'd usually get, so the vet suggested that I stop the appetite enhancer to see if he'll eat on his own.

If he does well, we'll stop the anti-nausea med.

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Let's Hop!

Paddy, Sweetie, Me

It's PO'Monday!

A cute interaction montage: me, Paddy, and Sweetie.

Just love how Paddy can't figure out how he'd lost the top spot!

😹 😹 😹 

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Henry Update:

Sunday morning, we had pooplogs.

Sorry, Henry, this is a milestone, after you eating regularly, so I'm letting folks know even if it's embarrassing to you.

We cannot fix your innards, but if we can make you comfortable and as healthy as possible; this is our goal.

Will you start playing with your spring toys and catnip fish again?

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Let's Hop!

A Rare Sighting!

Whoops, April 25, yesterday, was Independent Bookstore Day.

Am a reader of books and ebooks, plus a listener of audiobooks.

I cannot pass up a bookstore, and enjoy used bookstores the most, or any bookstore that has a resident cat!

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Today is National Pet Parent Day, celebrated on the last Sunday in April.

The Hubby, dedicated pet parent, snuggling with Chili Bruce; an ussie for Sunday Selfies Blog Hop.

Shhh...don't tell him that I'd posted this, since he prefers to stay behind the scenes.

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Henry Update:

Beginning tomorrow, we add B12 pills to Henry's med rotation.

He'd received a shot at last Monday's vet visit, so now it's time to keep that good stuff going.

Dr. Google says:

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is essential for cats to support digestion, immune system function, cognitive health, and red blood cell formation. It is vital for metabolic processes, including DNA synthesis and energy production. Because cats cannot synthesize B12 themselves and often lose it through gastrointestinal disease, supplementation is crucial for those with chronic vomiting, diarrhea, or weight loss. 

The H Man has been eating regularly...knock wood!

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Let's Hop!

Penguins Rock!

April 25 is World Penguin Day, also known as Penguin Awareness Day, aiming to raise awareness about these flightless birds, to preserve their species and habitat so that future generations are able to see these remarkable animals.

Learn more at World Penguin Day here.

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For Caturday, my old friend King Sly was out the other day.

Artified with Prisma, Walnut filter.

His eyes look so crazy!

Click on the image above to enjoy a jigsaw puzzle.

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Henry Update:

Henry is eating regularly, sometimes even cleaning a bowl, and then demanding more.

He's getting food multiple times a day, even at 3 am when he squeaks into my sleeping ear.

I can always nap, but he needs to keep eating.

Henry, laid out on top of the quilt, with his rear end and back legs against my body (gray & white stripes).

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Let's Hop!

Tree Latin

 Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April in most of the U.S., to appreciate and care for trees.

Many organizations plant trees today.

Trees are crucial for our environment: produce oxygen, provide food and habitat for wildlife, reduce or eliminate soil erosion, and provides mental health benefits through urban green spaces.

We need them!

Learn more here: Arbor Day Foundation.

Tree in Latin is arbor.

Kensington Metropark, Shelby Township Michigan

Silver Maple, in Eastside Cats yard, Mount Clemens Michigan

Quickstad Park, Royal Oak Michigan

I love parks, especially because of the trees.

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Henry Update:

A bit listless on Thursday, but he's eating.

HUGE amounts of deposits in the litter box, mostly peeballs.

He's got runny stool, which will hopefully dry up soon, as we attempt to settle down his intestines.

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Dragony Bard

April 23 is National Talk Like Shakespeare Day, Dragon Remembrance Day, and World Book Day!

And maybe something else, but I've run out of space.

How 'bout Shakespeare quotes about dragons for your entertainment, and then a dragon reading a book?

O serpent heart, hid with a flowering face!

Did ever dragon keep so fair a cave?

~ Romeo and Juliet, Act III, Scene 2

Come not between the dragon and his wrath.

~ King Lear, Act I, Scene 1

This Marcius is grown from man to dragon: he has wings; he’s more than a creeping thing.

~ Coriolanus, Act V, Scene 4

What a terrific day!

 ❤️ Shakespeare ❤️ 

❤️ Dragons ❤️ 

❤️ Books ❤️ 

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Henry Update:

He gets a wad of meds at 8 am, another at 8 pm, and a capsule of probiotics goes into breakfast #2 bowl.

Henry is doing a great job of eating!

Today, Friday, is day 4 in this round of meds.

Grateful, oh so grateful, for your purrs and prayers.

❤️❤️❤️

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Let's Hop!

International Mother Earth Day

April 22 is International Mother Earth Day, or Earth Day for short.

Learn more at Earth Day 2026.

"Libraries are uniquely positioned to act as catalysts for climate action by fostering social cohesion, an important factor in effectively responding to climate change impacts. 

Through diverse programming — such as workshops that bring community members together, services that connect individuals with vital resources, and welcoming spaces that encourage interaction across social divides — libraries cultivate the collaboration and collective energy essential to turning climate action plans into reality. 

Their presence generates the trust, buy-in, and partnerships necessary to drive meaningful environmental change." - EarthDay.org

National Library Week 2026: April 19–25

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Henry Update:

The new combo of meds seem to be making a difference, and now we have a schedule (nicely typed up by the vet staff, thankuverramuch!)

Henry and I had a delightful nap together on Tuesday afternoon.

Let's Hop!

Tea Spot

"National Tea Day was founded by The Tea Group in 2015. 

Their goal was to establish a special day just for tea, bringing together a community to enjoy tea and to unite the tea lovers of Great Britain."

 April 21 is the birthdate of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Now, I know there are plenty of folks in the UK who do NOT drink tea, and that this is stereotype; we mean no harm.

I LURV tea, even had a tea cup tattooed on my skin...twice.

Hope you enjoy some giggles:

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Henry Update:

His intestines are inflamed, and have thick walls.

Lymphoma, or Irritable Bowel Disease, or a few other illnesses?

Our goal is to get him to a place where he can eat and wants to eat.

Then to keep him comfortable.

His new meds:

Mirtazapine: appetite stimulant

Metronidazole: antibiotic

Prednisolone: steroid

Proviable: probiotic

Cerenia: anti-nausea

Cobalequin: B12

HIX received another B12 shot, a Cerenia jab, and sub-q fluids.

You all have been hanging on with us, and we so appreciate your love.

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