AJ's Adventures - The Life of AJ the Kitty Boy

Updates

AJ Adams-Smith — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 12:20:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Wed, 28 May 2008 15:25:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Thu, 08 May 2008 19:58:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Sat, 03 May 2008 14:40:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:54:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 22:59:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 02:52:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:20:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:46:00 GMT

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?

AJ Adams-Smith — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:26:00 GMT

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! :(

AJ Adams-Smith — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 13:17:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 20:01:00 GMT

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

AJ Adams-Smith — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 02:05:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 03:48:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 05:43:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 23:50:00 GMT

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!

AJ Adams-Smith — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 02:33:00 GMT

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

Happy Belated Birthday, Aunt Suzie!

AJ Adams-Smith — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 04:22:00 GMT

Tuesday was Aunt Suzie's birthday! I wasn't allowed to attend the party because it was an adults only party, but I sent a card. Aunt Suzie isn't as silly as some of my other humans; she didn't wear a birthday hat. She looked beautiful, though! Again, Happy Birthday, Aunt Suzie!

Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

AJ the Pilot

AJ Adams-Smith — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 13:52:00 GMT

Mommy was sick on Tuesday. Daddy was sick yesterday. It's a good thing I can't catch human diseases, huh?!

Very early this morning, Daddy & I left together, leaving Mommy at home alone. It's rare that Daddy & I take a trip without Mommy. Daddy & I are in FL now. Mommy will join us tomorrow. Guess what?!?! I got to fly the plane this morning. With a little practice, my landings will be better than Daddy's (since his still aren't so good)! All of the gadgets & lights in the cockpit are cool; see below!

My girlfriend Tina will visit me today. And, I get to meet Speedy tomorrow. I'll tell you all about Speedy later.

Gotta run find all of my toys & play things since I haven't been to FL in a while. Can you believe that Wahoo beat me home again? I didn't even realize he was with us this morning. He must have sneaked his way into the car & the plane. Wahoo's my best friend, though, so it's okay! Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy

More Discrimination - What is it with the airlines?!?!

AJ Adams-Smith — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 20:30:00 GMT

The last time I flew on Delta, the one-way fee had increased from $50 to $75. You should have seen the look on Mommy's face when the agent said $75! She was not happy!

And, can you blame her? Not only do the airlines charge for me to fly, but - get this:

My bag counts as one of Mommy's two allowed carry-ons.
I have to remain in my carrier under the seat in front of Mommy.
I don't get frequent flyer miles. With all of the flights I've taken, I should have a free green pet tag by now!

Meanwhile, there are screaming children roaming the aircraft infecting everyone with their germs! Children under the age of two can sit in their parents' laps for no additional charge.

Sometimes, life's just not fair!

Catch ya' later. --AJ the Kitty Boy