ArtFriend

Katie is a happy little furball despite her sight issues. She tries to run and play like my other cats, but inevitably she bumps into things. And sometimes she irritates the others. Yet, she keeps trying. Her smell is not that keen either. When I put down treats, I have to almost push her nose into it.

The other day, I dropped an ice cube and it slid across the kitchen floor. Katie was nearby and ran over and started batting the ice cube around. She would chase the cube across the floor because she can hear it. She found a way to play in which her handicap is not an issue. So, now I play "chase the ice cube" with her. She just loves it. It does my heart good to see her so happy.

I relate to Katie in many ways. I too have deficits that I have had to overcome. In navigating through my new found sobriety, I have bumped into many challenges. I feel like a blind person in new territory. I know that I need to have a solid plan that I can follow...just like that ice cube. Keep my eyes on the "ice cube" and follow it wholeheartedly and maybe like Katie I too will be happy.

ArtFriend

Too hot for ice cubes today! Feels like 106.

Fly N Buy

I take full credit for being 4 years 7 months sober. Please don't let anyone tell you, you "have" to work some kinda program to stay sober. You'll stay sober if you want too, rootin for ya.
Neferkamichael

( 5years now)

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ml#post5221211

#6

Different strokes for different folks. I don't argue with those who abstain through their own volition regardless of their beliefs.

It's your recovery..........

Like the ice cube idea = clever!
Wonder about a cheap kitchen timer ticking - let her wack one of those around. She might like the bell@@

ArtFriend

Yes, animals have a way of grounding you. I am so attached to my furbabies.

Fly - not sure about the timer. I think it would scare the crap outta her!

Weasel1966

Hey AF... Can you describe Katie? I so love little fur balls.

So glad you found some thing that she can have fun with.

Ha ha... My two lumps are at my feet. One nudging to grind a wet tooth on me and the other just staring. Oh what they give me.

Have fun"cubing"!!!!!!!

K

CaseyW

What a touching story. Thanks for sharing!

Keep your focus on your ice cube. You can do this!

ArtFriend

I can do you one better! This is her as a kitten about 3 months - She is 2 yrs now. You can see how odd her eyes look. Have fun with your babies too Ken!

Weasel1966

And the crowd has a collective "awwwwwwwwweee"

ArtFriend

Do you have any pics of your FB Ken??

Carlotta

That was my reaction.... awwwwww
what a cutie she is and she is lucky to be in a loving home where she is safe and accepted for who she is.

2blackkittehs

absolutely beautiful!!!
the fur babies are lifesavers, aren't they?

Soberpotamus

That's such a great story, AF And such a great analogy to new sobriety. She's beautiful, btw. I have a Katie too - a beagle.

Mags1

Hi Artfriend, sometimes the road can be dark, we're here to help and guide each love.

Love fur ball, gorgeous pic.x

MythOfSisyphus

Awww! She was an adorable kitten. Sounds like she's still full of life, too.

ArtFriend

Thanks everyone! Katie says hi!

Zee

Your little furrie is scrummy!!! Here's a pic of my little 20 year old who is very deaf now and a bit arthritic bless her... she is chillin' on next door neighbours trampoline lol x

ArtFriend

Aw, bless her heart. 20 is getting up there! Thanks for sharing Zee.

PennyLane76

AWWWW love all the fur balls!! I have 6 myself , it happens when you are in animal rescue, you keep the fosters with issues. I must stay sober and keep working cause they are darn expensive! But worth every penny!! Good thing I can't figure out how to attach pics here yet. But when I do I will try to refrain from spamming their pics to yall. Zee, congrats on 20! Where I live indoor/outdoor cats don't survive long due to coyotes so they are all inside and I hope reach that age. oldest now is 16/17ish.