I took Gumba to the clinic today for a check-up. She's not been eating the best for a few weeks and her coat is looking scruffy. I decided it was time to do some bloodwork on her.
She has not been out of this house in 5 years. Today's road trip was a wee bit stressful for her. :( By the time we got to the clinic, she was panting and had thick saliva ropes hanging from her mouth.
But there was a wonderful surprise waiting!
I came out of an exam room and opened the door to the lobby to allow the client I just saw easy passage. Standing in the lobby was Ann! Ann is the sweet teacher who brought Gumba in to the clinic 6 years ago. Gumba was a tiny kitten who was very injured - Ann brought her in to be put down to end her suffering. But I asked to have her and she became mine.
Ann and I have talked many times about my sweet Gumba. And it was such a joy today to be able to let Ann see her - and see how happy and wonderful she is. Even with one leg missing.
I honestly don't think Gumba was thrilled with the interaction - but I was! :)
She has not been out of this house in 5 years. Today's road trip was a wee bit stressful for her. :( By the time we got to the clinic, she was panting and had thick saliva ropes hanging from her mouth.
But there was a wonderful surprise waiting!
I came out of an exam room and opened the door to the lobby to allow the client I just saw easy passage. Standing in the lobby was Ann! Ann is the sweet teacher who brought Gumba in to the clinic 6 years ago. Gumba was a tiny kitten who was very injured - Ann brought her in to be put down to end her suffering. But I asked to have her and she became mine.
Ann and I have talked many times about my sweet Gumba. And it was such a joy today to be able to let Ann see her - and see how happy and wonderful she is. Even with one leg missing.
I honestly don't think Gumba was thrilled with the interaction - but I was! :)
Her expression says it all. And that's Gumba!
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