I know it is April Fools Day, but I am not joking when I say that Ashes turns 18 years old TODAY!!
Atchee really worried us last year and honestly, I didn’t think he was going to make it another year, but he managed to push through. He’s almost blind, but that hasn’t really slowed him down much. He’s resilient and never ceases to amaze me.
18 years ago when he was born, I picked him up and held his tiny little body in the palm of my hand. He was the chosen one and I knew I wanted him to be my cat. I chose him, but he has chosen to stick around all these years, so I’m not sure who chose who.
So today, we will go to the store and purchase this kitty another lobster tail and cook it just for him. He surely deserves it. 18 years of moving around the state of Virginia and putting up with us deserves a treat!
Furry Friend
What would I do without you,
My precious, furry friend?
Part mischief, but all blessing,
And faithful to the end!
You look at me with eyes of love;
You never hold a grudge . . .
You think I’m far too wonderful
To criticize or judge.
It seems your greatest joy in life
Is being close to me . . .
I think God knew how comforting
Your warm, soft fur would be.
I know you think you’re human,
But I’m glad it isn’t true . . .
The world would be a nicer place
If folks were more like you!
A few short years are all we have;
One day we’ll have to part . . .
But you, my pet, will always have
A place within my heart.
~ Hope Harrington Kolb ~
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ATCHEE!
WE LOVE YOU!
Cheryl "Cheffie Cooks" Wiser says
Yay for HRH-A Happy Birthday to him!!! Enjoy your special dinner you definitely deserve it! Our Felines are very, very, special! xo
The Mountain Kitchen says
Thank you Cheryl!! Sending love to you and Tyler!!
Annie says
Awwwww! Happy birthday Atchee! 😀
The Mountain Kitchen says
Thanks Annie!! ❤
Kathryn Rocheleau says
Happy Birthday Atchee! You are so blessed to still have that wonderful fur-kid in your life!
The Mountain Kitchen says
Thanks Kathryn. Very blessed indeed. ❤
Sherri says
Awwww! I love this post, Debbie and David! Happy Birthday to Atchee. The poem is perfect. I hope you are all doing well. I miss you, but I don’t miss Facebook. LOL Give Atchee some loving from me.
Love you!
The Mountain Kitchen says
Hi Sherri!! Thank you so much. Love you!! ❤
Julie says
Wow, 18 is amazing. It’s amazing what our pet’s bring to our lives.
The Mountain Kitchen says
Yes, so true! 🙂
Sarah Heintz says
I found your recipe for Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower on Yummly but there were no directions. Could you please send me the directions I would love to make this for a party on Tuesday.
Thank you!
The Mountain Kitchen says
Hi Sarah! I sent an email to the address used to write your comment. Please let me know if you did not receive it. You can contact me at themountainkitchen@gmail.com. Thanks!!
Barbara L Petty says
Hi Debbie – I have been following you on FB for awhile and just now looked at your blog. Isn’t that weird? I have a food blog too (seasonitlocal.com) and always wondered why people click “like” on my FB page but don’t go to the website. i guess people are busy. Anyway, love your blog, and a belated Happy Birthday to your kitty. Ours recently went to the Great Catnip Field this past October at the ripe old age of 22 – 1/2!! I’ll definitely spend more time reading your posts. 🙂 Cheers! Barbara
The Mountain Kitchen says
Hi Barbara! Nice to meet you! I will head over to check out your blog. It’s hard to tell what people are thinking, when it comes to blogging. Thanks for the birthday wishes. I will pass them along. I’m sorry to hear about your kitty. That’s a long life. You were so lucky to have a pet for so many years. I can’t imagine how hard it is to say goodbye. I’m glad you reached out and will add you to my feeds. Cheers back! 🙂