My 3 Little Kittens

Remembering Kayden ~ Losing a Beloved Pet

Kristen — Fri, 18 May 2012 02:54:22 +0000

Cubby {black} & Kayden {white/black}

When it comes to writing this post, I honestly cannot even begin to express how much I wish the need for this post didn’t exist. However, sometimes the hands of time work against us and we end up with situations, regrets and pain that can only be tolerated in due time. I have no better way to deal with my grief of this situation, than to write about it and hope I can find some comfort in that.

On Tuesday (May 15, 2012), my beloved kitty, Kayden, passed away. He had been diagnosed with chronic renal failure in January of this year and since the condition is terminal, it was a waiting game that I had hoped would last for many years rather than a few months. He was only 6 years of age, which made losing him so much harder. He was in his prime and my mischievious and playful kitty, until his illness stole that away.

Kayden had been with me since he was a kitten. A friend of mine had called me one morning while I was having breakfast with my Dad and told me about finding a kitten crying in her bush. Apparently, a few days prior, someone had dumped the poor kitten on the yard of a garage sale and drove off. The kitten eventually wandered into her bush and it was there he stayed until she found him. Being that I absolutely love cats and have a tendency to help every animal I can, she naturally called me. So after breakfast, I headed over to see what shape the kitten was in and decide how I could help. Immediately upon arriving at her home, she walked out her door holding the most adorable, yet dirty, kitten in her arms. I was immediately enchanted by his cute face and beautiful white coloring. My heart reached out to him and I knew at that moment, that I would take the kitten home and give him the happy life he deserved. The thought that someone would have thrown him out sickened me, as it still does to this day. He became part of our family and despite his mischievious boy-kitty nature, I loved him every minute.

For 6 years, he ran around leaping and jumping, meowing and playing, and reminding me that life was to be enjoyed. So when he fell ill in January and had to be hospitalized for 3 days, I was forced into realizing that despite his middle-age, his clock was ticking far quicker than most. The vet let us know that he was suffering from chronic renal failure and since he had gotten to the “crash point,” he was obviously farther along with the illness and the only option was palliative care. Thus, I gave him medication twice a day and subcutaneous fluids weekly. And while I had such hope for his improvement, despite the prognosis, my hope ultimately was not enough. Kayden ended up losing his battle and it is here that I find myself, grieving.

No amount of tears or pleading with God will change the story, but I have faith that one day, Kayden and I will be reunited again to start a new chapter ♥

Regal Summer Movie Express ~ $1 Movie Admission on Tuesdays/Wednesdays

Kristen — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:18:07 +0000

Regal’s Summer Movie Express 2012 is here! “Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, select Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only a dollar on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00am.”

A portion of the proceeds also are donated to the Will Rogers Institute. You will need to see if you have a participating theatre in your area.

Click Here to see the details and find a participating theatre in your area.

Free eBook: The God Who Sees You {$14.99}

Kristen — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:53:50 +0000

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Mom’s Stuffed Green Peppers {Delicious}

Kristen — Thu, 17 May 2012 03:38:39 +0000

One of my favorite recipes from my Mom are her Stuffed Green Peppers. I cannot even begin to count the number of times I have had called her to remind me how to make them. I even wrote it down at one point, only to misplace it once we moved. However, she was sweet enough to email me the recipe so that I will never be without it again. I have never been a fan of green peppers, but this recipe definitely changed that and I am sure it will for you as well!

You will need:

1 lb hamburger
2 large onions
2 cans tomato sauce (paste with water added may be used)
1 can chopped tomatoes (or fresh)
4 cups cooked rice
cheddar cheese or mozzarella, etc.
6 or more green peppers

1. Start hamburger cooking, add chopped onions and cook until well-browned.

2. Mix in tomato sauce, rice, and tomatoes.

3. Cut tops of green peppers off and save. Remove insides of peppers. Blanch peppers and tops in pot of boiling water for about 5 minutes, remove and let drain, then salt the inside of the peppers well. Stand peppers up and put in alternating layers of hamburger mix and grated cheese.

4. Place peppers; with tops on, upright in a pan (I use a cake pan), cover with foil, and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour.

You are going to absolutely love these, as will your whole family. I also would like to thank my Mom for letting me share her delicious recipe (Thanks Mom)!

She-Ra Chocolate Cake Creation {Flashback to the 80s!}

Kristen — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:08:44 +0000

As a child, I remember watching She-Ra as well as He-Man. So I was very lucky to get the chance to create a She-Ra cake for a friend’s birthday! This was my first time re-creating a cake image like this by hand, but I had a blast and I love how it turned out!

The cake itself was chocolate with buttercream frosting. I used Wilton color dyes to create the different colors and as always, my many Wilton cake decorating tools to help me along the way ♥

Free 1-Year Subscription to Better Homes and Gardens {Freebizmag}

Kristen — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:52:36 +0000

Freebizmag is offering a Free 1-Year Subscription to Better Homes and Gardens.

You will need to answer a few questions to claim your free subscription, but these do come!

Request yours now!

Free Ovaltine Rich Chocolate Drink Mix Sample {Facebook}

Kristen — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:49:40 +0000

Ovaltine USA on Facebook is offering a Free Sample of their Rich Chocolate Drink Mix.

This is available to US residents and super quick to request.

Request a free sample while supplies last!

♥ Giveaway Winner Announced ♥

Kristen — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:40:10 +0000

The winner of the Faith’s Fashions Custom Apron Giveaway is Shea B.

The winner has been contacted and has 72 hours to confirm the win.

Thank you to the many that entered!

Free eBook: A Necessary Deception {$14.99 Value}

Kristen — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:36:01 +0000

Get the Kindle eBooks, A Necessary Deception (The Daughters of Bainbridge House), for free right now on Amazon.

This eBook is normally $14.99, so download yours for Kindlebefore the constantly changing Amazon prices go up!

ET’s Hanging With the Stars Sweepstakes ~ Enter by May 24th!

Kristen — Tue, 15 May 2012 05:59:51 +0000

Entertainment Tonight on Facebook is currently running their “Hanging with the Stars Sweepstakes,” which is open through May 24th. The best part of the contest is that once you enter, you can share the contest for even better chances at winning! The Grand Prize Winner of the contest will win a trip for themselves and a guest to Los Angeles with hotel and airfare included and will get to attend the Emmy Gala Party!

The sweepstakes is open to residents of the 50 States and only takes 30 seconds to enter. The above picture shows what the entry page looks like and all you need to enter is your first name, last name, birth date and email, which is beyond quick and easy.

Best of all, there are even daily and weekly prizes up for grabs, so enter ET’s Hanging with the Stars Sweepstakes now!

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