Magellan, a great explorer of the new world.
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But,
in this instance,
Magellan,
Gelly for short, is my cat.
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Her momma,
Bitty (as in Little Bitty) was half Siamese.
Gelly,
was the first kitten in the litter of four to have her eyes open,
the first to walk on wobbly legs,
and the first to venture from the box where I placed them
for Bitty after she bore them on my bed in the middle of the night.
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Gelly,
was attacked at eight months old by a neighbor’s dog,
with about six punctures in her haunches
and belly.
The vet didn’t think she’d survive.
She did.
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Since then,
she has been very skittish,
but in the middle of the night she will come
and ‘make biscuits’ on my chest,
while she purrs endlessly.
She loves being ‘loved’
when –
she
wants it!
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Today,
is ‘Random 5 Friday,’
over at my friend Nancy’s place, ‘A Rural Journal,’
where we link up a post with some facts about ourselves.
Here are my five:
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Little Gelly always looks so much like Bitty when I see her! It catches me off guard because I never see much but a tail ducking behind something, that when I see her face, it’s very similar. Too bad that Gelly cat won’t let me pet her.
too bad that dog injured Gelly so badly! she looks much like my Jax. he also is a nervous nelly. I adopted him so maybe something similar happened to him. but when I’m the only human in the house, he loves to “Knead” me before he settles on me. what’s that about? any ideas? Ting my Siamese doesn’t do that, but she won’t lie on me, but will sit close to me.
I’d give you a medal for driving a school bus!
My friend drove school bus – there is a special place in Heaven for the likes of you! Enjoy your retirement. Gelly is a handsome kitty, and that is a great portrait.
What a cute kitty.
Gelly is a sweet kitty. She knows she is loved and where she feels safe.
Congratulations on your retirement. Enjoy!
Good for you that you are retiring!!! You are one brave woman driving a bus these days. I sure have been tempted to go and try driving one, but seeing what I have seen about driving school buses scares me off! Are the kids as bad as they show on Youtube and the news and such?
Sorry you had a wreck, but that’s great they found the other damage after taking off the bumper! An insurance adjustor once told my daughter that even if your car looks okay, there may be damage underneath that isn’t visible just looking at it. I guess she was right!
Gelly is a doll! I’m so glad she survived the attack. Poor baby. She looks like a sweetheart.
I’m happy to read you’re retiring. Linda and I are retired and busier than ever.
Love the close-up!
Wow! Exciting times around your way! I’m thrilled for your retirement and your new camera. ..not so much for the car accident. Gelly is a sweetheart!
What a nice cat and touching story!
Yes, cats love to be loved – always on their own terms…
Have a great weekend with the camera.
Sorry about the hit and run- hope you were not injured! Congratulations on retirement- that means more shooting opportunities !!
What a beautiful cat, very brave too from the sounds of things
Fantastic shot of such an adorable kitty and a survivor ~ and congrats on your ‘retirement’ ~ happy weekend ~ carol ^_^
Nice face head, wonderfull shot,have a nice week end!
Congrats on the retirement…more time for photography :)
So happy for you Madge… you will love retirement. And you are right — that’s quick. Nothing wrong with that.
Love Gelly — I read on a vet’s office sign today “A cat is a puzzle that can never be solved.” :)
I am so glad to hear that Gelly survived the attack and can enjoy the world around her. What a heartwarming story you related to all of us.
Animals are so wonderful. We have two pups that have kept me company since I hurt my back. They have been constant companions.
Sounds like these cats have been good company for you as well. Congratulations on your retirement! Hope you can pursue and enjoy
The things you enjoy.
I love your photos and your posts! such a talented gal you are! retirement is awesome!
Pretty face with beautiful eyes, full of happiness very feline!
I was going to comment on your fine portrait of your cat, but the news of your impending retirement certainly trumps that. Congratulations! You will miss driving, the kids, your colleagues, etc., but you will also discover that life as a retiree can be pretty darned good!
Kitty is adorable!!! So pretty. Such a rough start in life.
Congratulations on your upcoming retirement – very exciting!!!
xo Catherine
Such a sweetie she is!
I’m happy to meet you and I have enjoyed scrolling through your wonderful pics! Gelly is adorable.
Gelly is just adorable and what a survivor.