I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
If I'm on the computer, he's in my lap. If I kick back to read, he is
on my chest, on my back or in front of my pillow.
Every now and then, he'll say, "CHIRRUP?" and I'll say, "Yes, I love
you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
tone.
Last night, he slept under the blanket across my legs. Later, he
crawled up under my arm and became my teddy bear. Eventually, he
wanted (and got) half my pillow.
Poor baby wants constant reassurance that he is back with his family.
And I'm more than happy to give it. Right now, he is curled up, with
his paws draped over my right arm, snoozing and lightly purring.
That'll teach me to post a discouraging "still missing" update to the
group (big grin).
Hugs and Purrs
Mark

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Joy - 11 Sep 2006 02:56 GMT
It is so good to read this.
Joy
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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> Hugs and Purrs
> Mark
Matthew - 11 Sep 2006 03:00 GMT
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> It is so good to read this.
>
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>> Hugs and Purrs
>> Mark
meeee - 11 Sep 2006 03:45 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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> Hugs and Purrs
> Mark
Oh, I wish I had a snuggly cat....he sounds lovely and very happy to be
home. Mine are more likely to start attacking me in the middle of the night
than snuggling....
Karen - 11 Sep 2006 03:45 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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> Hugs and Purrs
> Mark
Awww poor guy. I bet he isn't as eager to go out now either.
Susan M - 11 Sep 2006 04:38 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
Awwww... Otis has been like this after his walkabouts too. It's so touching
that he's so glad to be home. Otis has seemed to learn from these
experiences and the effect has lasted a long time. I'm soooooo glad that
your boy is home.
Susan M
Otis and Chester
Marina - 11 Sep 2006 05:20 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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> That'll teach me to post a discouraging "still missing" update to the
> group (big grin).
So glad that your buddy is back home, Mark.

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jXwXeXrXmXoXnXt@sonic.net - 11 Sep 2006 08:36 GMT
> If I'm on the computer, he's in my lap. If I kick back to read, he is
> on my chest, on my back or in front of my pillow.
> Every now and then, he'll say, "CHIRRUP?" and I'll say, "Yes, I love
> you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
> tone.
> Last night, he slept under the blanket across my legs. Later, he
> crawled up under my arm and became my teddy bear. Eventually, he
> wanted (and got) half my pillow.
> Poor baby wants constant reassurance that he is back with his family.
Of course he does - he can't believe his good luck for having found
his way back! He's obviously in kitty heaven right now, but he wants
to make absolutely sure that it's real.
I love a happy ending. Enjoy the cuddles, the purrs, and getting him
fattened up again!
Joyce
Lightwell - 11 Sep 2006 13:15 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
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What a wonderful, happy time!
Welcome back purrrs to Buster.
Kreisleriana - 11 Sep 2006 16:15 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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>Hugs and Purrs
>Mark
So pleased. Buster, keep your skinny butt home, now!
Theresa
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Sam - 12 Sep 2006 03:51 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
It's wonderful to read this, Mark, but whatever will you do when you get
that excellent and well-paying job? ;)

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CATherine - 12 Sep 2006 04:12 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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>That'll teach me to post a discouraging "still missing" update to the
>group (big grin).
Isn't it nice to know you were missed and to know how much you are
loved and needed? What a wonderful word picture you just wrote! :-))
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CATherine
Christine Burel - 12 Sep 2006 06:03 GMT
Mark, I'm soooo happy to read this wonderful news! I haven't been keeping
up with rpca as much as I'd like to but I missed the post announcing he was
back; how and when did this all happen!?! hApPy DaNcInG!
Christine
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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> Hugs and Purrs
> Mark
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:21 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:22 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:23 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:23 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:23 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:24 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
Baha - 12 Sep 2006 11:24 GMT
>I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
>you, and you're home now". Then he'll say, "CHIRRUP!" with a firm
>tone.
YIPPEEE!!!!! I'm so glad to see Buster made it back okay!
And you, little furry Mister, stop making Daddy worry! :-P
Blessed be,
Baha
polonca12000 - 15 Sep 2006 21:49 GMT
> I have spent most of the day with Buster within arm's reach.
>
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> Hugs and Purrs
> Mark
Awww, how sweet! I'm so very happy for you all.
Best wishes,
Polonca and Soncek