Our Kitten Foster System

Thanks to our Squeaker, Kevin and I got into fostering. I took the training at Orange County Animal Services and we jumped in with both feet.

I thought it might be interesting to go through our system when we take in a new kitten. So far, we’ve fostered two solo kittens and done overnight babysitting for a couple other foster parents in the system, but we’ve started developing a set of steps for how to manage each newcomer.Read More »

I’m Back!

I know it’s been an age since I posted. If consistency is the key to being a good blogger, I’m in trouble.

But now I’ve got a secret weapon.

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No, it’s not kittens. Contrary to popular opinion, cats are not helpful to the writing process. Which is a shame.

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Managing Mediocre Mental Health

As everyone knows, I have anxiepression and, it turns out, ADHD.  I’ve only just started on the road to learning how to manage ADHD, but by this point I’m an old hand at the anxiety-depression combo. There are always surprises, but by and large I think I’ve got a good idea how to manage it during good times and bad.

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Tip one: stay hydrated (I use these bottles as reusable, then recycle them, don’t worry.)

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