AJ's Adventures - The Life of AJ the Kitty Boy & His Sidekick Marlin

Marlin Hurt Mommy - Again!

2011-01-25T03:51:00Z

So, one of these days, I'll bring you up to date on everything that's going on. Tonight, though, I was sidetracked because of the kitten. Just when I thought I could settle down with some time for myself and really give you all the scoop, I heard Mommy gasp in pain! We'll get back to that in a minute.

I've had Wahoo since I was a kitten and then there was the Wubba, but I always come back to Wahoo.

Marlin has the Bird. His bird goes everywhere with him. He loves to fight with the bird and to play fetch with the bird. He waters his bird and carries his bird to the litter box. One night, he even tried to cook the bird by immersing the bird in a pan of olive oil. Meet Marlin's bird (yes, I know the kitten is cute and it's not even a good photo of him...):

Tonight, Marlin & Mommy were playing with the bird and Marlin's claws came out. I've always known how to be more careful with my claws, but not the kitten. He sliced Mommy's right hand up. Poor Mommy. Needless to say, instead of telling you some of my stories, I've got to play with Marlin and take care of Mommy.

Gotta get back to it. Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

That's Mommy's Milk!

2011-01-23T20:38:00Z

Last July, my world really changed when Marlin came to live in my house. Nope, life will never be the same again. I have lots of stories to tell you about my pesky little brother. The photo below is a perfect example of the kitten's fearless, in-your-face behavior. And, to think - my parents thought nothing was sacred when it was just me. Marlin wanted Mommy to share her milk this morning.

Oh, yeah, thanks for visiting us last night, Aunt Maribeth! I hope you & Mommy had a great time celebrating your birthday. You both looked very pretty! Love you! Oh, one more thing . . . next time you have sushi, please bring some back for Marlin and me. Mommy and Daddy don't let us have people food so you'll have to sneak it in. Thanks!

Get Well Soon, Rafa!

2011-01-21T23:32:00Z

Hello, Everyone! And, Happy New Year! It's been some time since I've blogged. Funny how life just gets busy. But, one of my New Year's resolutions is to get back into blogging. I certainly have a lot to share with you. I got a little brother this past summer and he is such a pest! Having this kitten in my house has really changed things for a cat who had become quite accustomed to being an only child! But, we'll backtrack and I'll fill you in soon.

Last night, my friend Rafa had to go to the emergency room because he was having problems using the litter box. That poor cat was in the hospital away from Aunt Crystal, Uncle Chas, and his brother Thomas P. O'Malley all night. He came home late this morning and still isn't 100% better yet. And, Aunt Crystal doesn't think the valium helped him. That, I completely understand. Back in the days when I traveled on Delta, Mommy tried tranquilizers on me. If you recall, they made me one drunk, very unhappy kitty boy.

So, I'm sending many licks and belly rubs Rafa's way! Get well soon, Rafa!

I've attached a photo of Rafa so you can see what a pretty kitty he is. He was named after the tennis player Rafael Nadal, who many women across the world also find very attractive.

Gotta run! Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Updates

2008-07-25T12:20:00Z

Hello, Everyone!

Please excuse the poor status of my site . . . the template changed and I haven't had time to work through how to manage the changes.

It's been a busy summer and I have a lot to tell you, but not a lot of time right now.

Quick update - my friends moved away; I think Mommy was sad because Aunt Crystal went with them. I've already been to Knoxville to visit them, though. Aunt Crystal and Uncle Chas got a new kitten which means that I have a new friend. Daddy hasn't won any money fishing this year. Speedy's been too busy fishing to come visit me. Mommy is traveling too much.

Be back soon to fill you in on all of the details.

Grandma - if you're reading this, I sent you a gift with Daddy. Make sure he doesn't forget to give it to you. Mommy packaged it for me and it looks kinda girly so Daddy was complaining . . . hope you and Daddy enjoy your visit tonight.

Gotta run; catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

The Last Supper

2008-05-28T15:25:00Z

Last night, I shared my last supper with my friends in Atlanta. Mommy & I visited their place that had become so familiar to me, but it was completely different - a cat's heaven - boxes everywhere, stacked high, with plenty of places to hide!

We had so much fun! Uncle Chas ordered two large pizzas that they had no problem polishing off. Then, Aunt Crystal cleaned out the refrigerator & made Mommy take everything that wouldn't be transported to Knoxville, TN. This will be the first time we've had more than milk & kitty treats in our refrigerator in a long time! (Okay - I'm exaggerating, but not by much; we also have orange juice, diet coke, tea, butter, and cheese.) One could say that my mom likes to keep it to the bare minimum. As long as I have kitty treats and can share milk with my Daddy every morning, I'm happy.

When it was time to say, "Good-bye" and go home, I was very sad because I didn't know when I would see my friends again. And, I felt bad for them because I don't think they knew what was happening (they're not as worldly as I am). Aunt Crystal walked us (and our groceries) to the car. We were all a little sad, but friendship doesn't have boundaries so I'll see my friends soon.

Pilot Arrested

2008-05-08T19:58:00Z

So, Mommy & Daddy came home a whole day early from the Bahamas, to see me - are you surprised? You shouldn't be!

They were clearing customs at PDK, which took three hours because they needed to get the plane to McCollum and Bryan, our pilot, was detained for these three hours. Turns out that Bryan didn't serve his community service for an infraction. Mommy wouldn't share what he did with me, but said that my fans would understand if they looked at the adjective from my last posting: Drunken Kitty.

Finally, Mommy & Daddy left Bryan. No one has heard from him (however, we know that he's incarcerated), since, including Daddy - his employer! Silly pilot!

Gotta run. Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Drunken Kitty

2008-05-03T14:40:00Z

Since I mentally prepared for my travel on Delta just over two weeks ago, it's been busy!

Mommy went to the vet to get tranquilizers for the ride. She gave me two because I wanted out . . . she wasn't listening so I kept asking, to no avail! She couldn't give me a third because the vet said, "Two's his limit." Thank goodness!

When we got home & I emerged from my carrier, I could barely stand. I looked drunk - whatever that is. Daddy felt really badly. Mommy & Bryan couldn't stop laughing. Daddy won't let Mommy give me tranquilizers anymore. Whew!

Gotta run back to the squirrels, but will finish updating you on the last couple of weeks later. Long story short, Daddy didn't win any money in last week's fishing tourney (except from one of our neighbors). Mommy's out of class until June. Mommy & Daddy celebrated a decade together. I got to spend a few days with Thomas & Floyd. Cousin Bryan - he's in trouble! The Bryan story is probably the most interesting so I'll fill you in on that next.

Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Dizzy Squirrels

2008-04-18T14:54:00Z

Yesterday, Mommy & I were hanging out in the kitchen when we saw a whirlwind of squirrel on the patio! These two squirrels were chasing one another in circles &, my oh my, were they fast! It was so funny that we had to call Daddy, to share it with him. He suggested that they wanted to make little squirrels. Not sure how Daddy gathered that from the squirrel pursuit story, but that's what he said . . . go figure!

Daddy's in FL. Mommy & I go down tonight...I think I have to fly Delta. They make me sit under the seat - not happy about this! When I fly in MY plane, I get to fly & I have my very own seat. I even keep treats on the plane. I don't think my favorite flight attendant is on this flight tonight so there will be no preferential treatment for the kitty boy - yikes!

Gotta run. Need to mentally prepare for this evening's travel. Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Strange Behavior

2008-04-15T22:59:00Z

Well, Daddy's home from Venezuela . . . he fished in two tournaments & won 3rd & 4th place in them . . . his winnings - $1K & a couple of reels . . . congrats, Daddy! Hope you win more next time. That's not gonna keep the treats coming!

Last night, my parents were behaving very strangely . . . Daddy carried in a bunch of shopping bags & Mommy unmade & remade the bed . . . Daddy never shops & Mommy never does housework . . . am I in the right house?

Let's hope they're back to themselves tonight.

Gotta run. Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Poor Tonka!

2008-04-15T02:52:00Z

Did I mention that my mommy was in Dallas last week. She returned with the saddest story about a kitty girl named Tonka. Once upon a time, Tonka had a home . . . she's a female cat - a little loony as they all are - but she still deserves love, right! So, there's a tornado. Tonka disappears for two weeks. When she returned, here "parents" were beside themselves. I think they were happy to have "lost" Tonka. So, they exiled her to an empty yet furnished home, with an avian - now, her only friend. I feel so badly for Tonka . . . I sent her some treats! There's no love like belly rubs . . . but, if you can't have belly rubs, treats are the next best thing. Hope you enjoy them, Tonka! Wish I could break you out! At least you have your avian . . . I love my birds & squirrels!

Gotta run. Catch ya' later! --AJ the Kitty Boy

Fun Visit!

2008-04-11T13:20:00Z

Daddy's tournament fishing in Venezuela & Mommy had to go to Dallas on business. So, guess what . . . I got to spend the night with my friends on Wednesday. Mommy didn't pick me up until late last night. I had so much fun with Thomas & Floyd! And, when I got there, I found an extra special surprise. My friend Mary was in town. She's eight and we have so much fun together! Mary is the cutest 8-year old I've ever met. She lets me sleep with her & Hip-Hop, her bear. See how cute Mary & Hip-Hop are!

Birthday Blues

2008-04-08T00:46:00Z

Mommy forgot to get Grandpa's birthday photo this evening - bad mommy! I'm a little behind on the birthday hat photos. Don't have one of Daddy, Grandma, Mommy or Grandpa. I guess I'm going to have to get my own camera to ensure that I don't miss out on any more great photo opportunities.

Get this . . . Mommy is going to visit my Uncle Will. She will be away on my birthday! Daddy said he would take care of my party. Mommy didn't like that idea very much! I can't believe she's missing my second birthday! I guess we'll celebrate late.

Gotta run. Catch ya' late. --AJ the Kitty Boy

A Brother for AJ?

2008-04-07T16:26:00Z

How nice to be able to sit in the kitchen and watch my squirrels and birds while enjoying the stereo and playing on the computer (if only my treats weren't locked away in the refrigerator!!!!!). I sure did miss my computer! What a world of technology we live in, when even a feline such as myself needs a PC.

I mentioned that my friends are moving. Mommy & Daddy are talking about getting me a brother so that I never have to be home alone. If I had a brother, I don't think I'd travel with my parents so much. I don't revel in travel, but they've taken me everywhere since I was a tiny kitten. I've been an only child since I was adopted and I don't know how I feel about sharing my parents, my homes, my pet squirrels and birds, and all of my things. This is going to have to be a family decision so that I'm comfortable with it. I guess it wouldn't be so bad to have a brother, as long as he understood his place. Wahoo is great, but he doesn't always want to play. Maybe a brother would want to play all the time the way my litter mates did. I wonder where they went to live. I hope they have homes as wonderful as mine!

It's Grandpa's birthday today . . . can't wait to get a photo of him in his birthday hat! Happy Birthday, Grandpa! See you tonight!

Big time squirrel activity . . . gotta run! Catch ya' later! --AJ the Kitty Boy

My Friends Are Moving This Summer! :(

2008-04-06T13:17:00Z

Since I was a tiny kitten, I've been playing with Thomas and Floyd. When Mommy and Daddy are both away on business or when they go to the islands and don't want to subject me to the heat, that's where I go. Mommy & I go together sometimes, too. Just last Friday, we were there for dinner and had so much fun!

This summer, Aunt Crystal, Uncle Chas & my friends are moving to Knoxville. I'm sure going to miss them! Who will I play with? Where will I go? I'm not so sure I like this! Mommy says I'll still see them, but I'm really sad. At least I get to have my birthday party at their house again this year, but they'll be gone shortly after than. I'm not so sure I like this growin' up stuff.

Gotta run. Catch ya' later! --AJ the Kitty Boy

Back in Business - Finally!

2008-04-05T20:01:00Z

I FINALLY have my computer back so that I can blog again!

It crashed some time ago. Daddy took it to work to have it fixed. Now, I have a new computer, but it took forever to get it. Remember when we talked about acronyms and how my daddy is a CEO. I thought he'd been demoted to JTR - the janitor - because it took so long. Thank goodness Mommy was able to find my baby pictures . . . when Daddy first got the new PC set up, she couldn't locate them and burst into tears. We had a moment of drama in our household.

Can't wait to get you all caught up on my adventures.

Gotta run for now. Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Very Special Events Coming Soon

2008-02-05T02:05:00Z

Hello, Everyone . . . I've missed you all! But, it's been busy . . . Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Speedy's visit to Atlanta, my computer crashing, and my favorite aunt & uncle eloping. (Sorry, Uncle Will . . . if you came to visit more often, you might be my favorite uncle, but you're always far, far away.)

I need to update you on the events above, but I'm also excited about some events that are coming our way soon. First, Daddy's birthday & Valentine's Day - same day! Then, Grandma's birthday & two days later, it's Mommy's birthday! Be on the lookout for their birthday photos (in hats, of course!). Last year, I sent Mommy flowers for Valentine's Day. I'm such a thoughtful little boy.

Well, I'll get you caught up soon . . . catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Congrats, Aunt Crystal & Uncle Chas!

2008-01-26T03:48:00Z

Mommy & Daddy left for New Mexico last night & I'm with my alternate family - Aunt Crystal, Uncle Chas, and my friends - Floyd & Thomas. Aunt Crystal picked me up on her way home from work yesterday.

Today's a big day. My aunt & uncle are eloping tonight. No one knows except us kitty boys! They're going to Gatlinburg for a quiet, romantic time together. We kitty boys are excited . . . we get the place all to ourselves. Won't be quiet around here!

Congratulations from your loving nephew & thanks for the kitty time!

Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Mommy Should Really Listen to Daddy More Often!

2007-11-11T05:43:00Z

So . . . two weeks ago after Daddy let me fly the plane, he told Mommy that it's time for me to have a new harness. I usually wear it when we travel so that I can't run onto the tarmac. Mom & Dad are afraid that I'll get squished! Given the alternatives to not wearing my harness, I prefer to be safe than sorry - probably the only time I don't protest wearing my harness.

Mommy & I were getting ready to go ride the Pink Pig at Lenox Mall today when she remembered that Daddy mentioned my harness being tight so she tried to put it on me before leaving the house. Yeah . . . it's tight, not going around my twelve pounds of power anymore! So, our trip to Lenox has been postponed because my new harness that Mommy ordered hasn't arrived yet.

The Pink Pig is an Atlanta tradition for kids. Mommy doesn't want me to miss out on it so she got approval from Macy's & Priscilla herself, for me to ride just like the other kids. Macy's doesn't discriminate the way the airlines & Facebook do; that's a good thing. I'll have to fill you in on the Pink Pig adventure later.

Gotta run; the squirrels are playful today. Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

Grand Slam Today!

2007-11-08T23:50:00Z

Congratulations, Daddy!

Mommy just shared an email with me, that Daddy sent. Daddy is in Venezuela fishing & he had a grand slam today . . . he caught 2 blues, 2 whites & a sail fish. And, guess what?!?! Daddy caught the biggest blue marlin that he's ever caught. He was so excited! Daddy's a good guy; he always releases!

Look at Daddy's 850-pound blue marlin! Way to go, Dad!

Gotta run; catch ya' later! --AJ the Kitty Boy

Happy Halloween!

2007-11-01T02:33:00Z

I was a little too young last year to understand Halloween . . . people get dressed up and kids go trick-or-treating for Halloween candy. The humans & their hats . . . now, costumes?!?! I just don't get it. Even Mommy participated. She went to a Halloween party with Uncle Ed and Melisa. They ALL dressed up. Mommy was the Spider Queen and kinda scared me; she was the biggest spider I've ever seen. She made Daddy take a picture of us with her costume on; you can see below that I was really freaked out! Uncle Ed is always a pirate. Melisa was a flapper. Seems like they had a good time, though.

Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy