Howdy folks, 
Here we are at the end of 2018. It’s been a year of many changes for me. Kali, my best friend, left for the Rainbow Bridge in February. We were all crushed and so unhappy for months. I no longer had my friend to give a bad time or laugh with over the silly things mom does. In May mom brought a rat home to live with us. 
Man, did she stink! P. U. Furthermore she couldn’t do anything fun. She was too small and couldn’t even run that far without crashing and falling asleep. 
She was so proud of herself for climbing the cat pole. A simple task for me.
I sat her down and explained how she should act towards me, “You only have to bow once, Tyebe.” 
“Oh, there’s a fly! Whatever, Shoko….talk later.” She just didn’t understand the respect I deserved. What a ding dong.
In August, this strange lookin’ furry guy was fascinated with Fort Meezer. He would sit on the mattress under the bench and watch Tyebe playing. Some might even say a dirty ole man but he turned out to want the best for Tyebe and would alert mom if Tyebe was straying. 
In September he started coming in the house for some supper. Finally, he moved in and never looked back.
So my home environment has drastically changed. I am slowly getting used to the changes. These two have no respect for their elders but I’ll pound it into them.
It’s time for a selfie. The last Sunday Selfie of the year and our host once again is the ever popular, The Cat On My Head. 
Simply click on the name The Cat on My Head and you can visit your friends.
This is my selfie before going out in the wet snow. I think the pose is perfect. Too bad I cut off part of my shower cap.
There have been some sad,stretches for us here too. We lost our Bindi and still miss her so.Then last month, our mom lost her mom-a painful loss. We added a new member to our family,last summer.Our little fur ball grew and grew. Man what what a foodie she is! Come spring, Mom is getting her a harness and leash so she can keep her girlish figure. HAPPY NEW YEAR,CANDIAN CATS😊 love,Sasha
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You’ve had a lot of changes also Sasha. Funny, Tyebe’s started to eat lots too. She eats quickly, like her food is running away. We will all have to be out exercising in the spring.
Happy New year Sasha and Jasmine…..you too Jean.
Shoko, Tyebe, Budd and Jean
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You have certainly had quite a year, Shoko. But We know you will eventually grow used to the changes – and reassert Your Authority.
On a different note – We LOVE your selfie. As you say, the pose is purrfect. So is the hat (mol).
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Eventually these 2 will realize who’s the senior in Fort Meezer but boy are they slow.
Shoko
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You have certainly had quite a year, Shoko. But We know you will eventually grow used to the changes – and reassert Your Authority.
On a different note – We LOVE your selfie. As you say, the pose is purrfect. So is the hat (mol).
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It was definitely a year of adjustments for you dear Shoko……but you have done very well! Slowly training Tyebe to treat you as the Queen of the house……Budd the protector/mile mannered gentleman watching out for his girls…..I think the three of you make a wonderful family. Here’s to a fabulous 2019 for you ALL.
Hugs, Teddy
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Budd the protector….mol….Budd turns the other way if danger is around. That’s out cue to leave too.
Happy New YeAR. Teddy, Pam and David.
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Change sure isn’t easy but y’all are doing great and those photos are great too.
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That’s so nice of you to say…we are trying to keep mom from freaking out.
Shoko, Tyebe and Budd
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Boy oh boy, life throws us some curved balls–or are they boomerangs? Anyways if you roll with the punches then life is also kind and listens and offers hope. You guys have all come together and made 2018 really rather special in the end, and really maybe that is all that matters or what it is all about?
Lots of purrs
ERin
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We are kind of oddballs but so’s mom and she completes us. It’s never boring around here. As long as we keep the screaming to a minimum mom seems to act fine.
Shoko, Tyebe and Budd
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Howdy back at ya, Shoko … but you know we’d be remiss not to send a HELLO-MEOW also to your housemates, Tyebe and Budd … who had no intention whatsoever of “interrupting” your life this past year. We’re happy that 2018 brought “you to us” (or vice versa?) and we got to know you better! All of you! So … happyhappyhappy 2019 … hugs, Dougie Dog, Zoey and the Zoolatry Human, too.
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We are delighted to know you, Ann. We had heard about you for years and you are everything others said you were…..Pretty awesome!!
Have a great 2019.
Shoko, Tyebe, Budd and Jean
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Life with new roomies always has an adjustment period but it seems like things are starting to settle down. Enjoy the last Sunday of the year. 2018 was not a great year but we’re looking forward to a new slate in 2019. Happy New Year to you all, dear Shoko❣️
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We made it through 2018 so upward and straight through till morning. The year 2019 awaits our shenanigans.
Shoko
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Shoks, I think you are turning into Kali, MOL. You’ve got two wonderful new additions to your family who will keep each other entertained until the young un learns some respect. May 2019 be filled with love, good health (and respect) for you all. XOX Lucy, Xena and Amy
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Lucy, Xena and Amy let’s give 2019 our mark by being ourselves and getting up to the high jinxs we’re known for.
Shoko, Tyebe and Budd
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Not me! I already got in so much trouble this week! Lucy
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That was a lot of changes for you this year, but we’re glad that Tyebe and Budd could join your wonderful family and that you’re getting used to that new situation. We wish you health and happiness for 2019 ! Purrs
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I am getting more accustomed to these two. I don’t scream when one comes close to me anymore. I wait till Tyebe jumps on me before I scream. Budd actually took a swing at me when I walked past him….do you know I didn’t even get upset. This is progress…..slow progress but progress none the less.
Shoko
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Here’s hoping that 2019 will be better than ever for all of us. Happy that you have a new family member. Budd is so pretty. Blessings to you and all your friends this New Year’s Day.
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Let’s say 2019 will be a new slate and only happy writings are allowed.
Jean
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Yes, a lot of changes but you are doing well with them. I think Budd knew that Tybe had lots of energy and it was making things hard for you. He saw where his future was and the job he had to do to take the pressure off you.
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Budd has been a blessing in so many ways. He’s not a cuddly guy but likes to be close. He is so patient with Tyebe, you’d think he was her mother. She can do no wrong as far as he’s concerned.
Jean
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Shoko, it’s been quite a year, but I’m thinking that you are enjoying Tyebe and Budd. I like you shower cap! Happy New Year!
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I’m starting to play feathers and pawsies under the door with Tyebe.
Shoko
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Meow meow what a grate Selfie inn yore shower cap Cousin Shoko!!! Mee did mot know Cousin Kali butt mee knows how much you loved her….an yore rite you had a lot of changess to deel with. An then angel Unkell Siddhartha had to leeve fore Pure Land….mee knows how upse-set all of you there were….
An then mee came along….mee can nevurr fill mee Unkell’ss pawss butt mee will bee yore frend til THE end! An hopefullee Tyebe an Budd will treet you with more ree-spect inn Mew Yeer!
***purrsss*** BellaDharma
P Ess: Tyebe yore NOT a ‘rat’…..mew mew mew….
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BellaD, you are doing terrific. Your situation is much like mine. You felt strange when you first arrived but LadyMum was just the right fit for you. You two are great for each other.
Shoko
PS Yes, Tyebe was a rat but is a much larger furry now with some qualities like a kitty. mol Shoko
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Yore rite Shoko! aftur all THE changess mee went thru’ it was hard to trust yet again….butt LadyMew iss not goin anywhere an neether iss mee. An that iss wunderfull! An mee will help her an shee will help mee 😉
P Ess: Little Sisturss can bee well, little an a bit of a PITA butt you are raisin Tyebe well….MOL!
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Happy Mew Year!
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Happy Mew Year back at you guys.
Shoko, Tyebe and Budd
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All of our lives have bumps in the road at times, and we all weather them however we chose to weather them. I’m glad you’re doing much better.
Have a purrfect Sunday Selfies. My best to your mom. ♥
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Sandee, you are right. Although it’s hard to reason with a nincompoop and her best friend. Things are getting a wee bit better but the three of us need to run around and expel some energy. Who wants to run around in the snow…..not us.
Have a great New Year’s Eve.
Shoko, Tyebe and Budd
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MOL! That selfie is funny, Shoko! Y’know…it’s been quite the year for you. And we know you’re making the best of it.
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The young’uns just don’t seem to understand they must respect and yes, worship their elders. I’m trying to meet these two half way, ok maybe not halfway but a bit out of my way. mol
Shoko
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That was a lot of change to adjust to. I think all of you managed to adapt really well to the new normal. Good job. Happy 2019!
Love and licks,
Cupcake
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Oh Cupcake if only it was that simple. There are still waves of hissiness that come over me.
Shoko
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I am sorry you lost sweet Kali this year, but I am glad your folks decided to share their love with 2 more kitties in need. Wishing you all a happy and healthy new year! XO
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I don’t dose like I used to. I have one eye ready for an attack. The only time I truly relax is when mom and I crawl into bed at night. Tyebe wakes me up at 8 am by leaping on me. Today I got up before she leaped on me. I’m using my noggin.
Shoko
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Lots of happenings. Sad that Kali left but we’re sure Kali sent Tyebe and Budd to help heal your hearts!
The Florida Furkids
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Makes one wonder if Kali did send these two. Here I thought Kali liked me. mol She probably didn’t want me to be lonely. I’m sure not lonely.
Shoko
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Sounds as if you have your hands full with Tyebe. and Budd, we are sure Kali thought they could keep you from being lonely.
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Well, she’s right. I’m certainly not lonely. I’d forgotten how stupid kittens are…..or should I say, innocent? That does sound better.
Happy New Year,
Jean
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Sorry for your loss of Kali but we’re glad you have new friends to play with now.
Hope you have a happier new year 🙂
Purrs xx
Athena and Marie
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I’m not really missing Kali anymore. Certainly not with these two horses patooties! I didn’t realize how relaxing I had it until these two came to live with me.
Happy New Year Athena and mom. I will be back to the artsy Saturdays in the New Year.
Shoko
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Shoko, I bet Kali misses you, too. Just remember all the good times you shared and that will always keep your pal close to your heart.
You look domestic chic in that lil cap of yours! I’m think you may have just started a trend for 2019! Winks.
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Wouldn’t that be wild if cats showed up for their selfies with shower caps? mol
Happy New Year.
Shoko
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Lots of changes at your house this year, Shoko. But you’ve handled it well. You keep that Tyebe in line very well. Happy New Year!
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You lost a huge and important friendship but you have gained two blessings. I know you will miss Kali still (and we do) but hang in there. Life has some wonderful times for us all.
The Dash Kitten Crew
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I loved how you have relayed all your thoughts on 2018 in your furmily to us.
And your selfie! OMC!! MOL! Purrfect!
Happy New Year!!
May your 2019 be wonderful and blessed!
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You did have a rough year, but thankfully you also had blessings! xoxo
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Oh Shoko, we totally unnerstand. We too miss Kali. But her and sis Lexi are havin’ a great time. Purrobably meown’ ’bout how we’re gettin’ our turns with the disrespect. MOL Happy Mew Year to you all. We’re so glad to be your furiends. Big hugs
Luv ya’
Dezi and Raena
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