A Year With George Washington Edwards
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About this time last year we adopted a one-year-old cat from our local Humane Society (you can read that story here).
George has been the most awesome addition to our family. We had hoped for a cat that would be equal parts playful and cuddly and that's exactly George.
Simon was really the one who wanted a cat.
As he would tell you straight-out in his matter-of-fact manner, "I'm a fan of cats."
George and Simon definitely have a special relationship that's continued to grow over the year. I often find him sleeping on Simon's bed when he's at school and if he's inside when the bus drops Simon off he often runs downstairs to greet him.
He's indoor/outdoor just like a dog.
That was a total win as far as I'm concerned.
Yea, he's kinda like a person sometimes.
And other times he's just like a cat.
I'm also a pretty big cat fan so having this guy here has been therapeutic for all of us this past year.
He and Lily are definitely pals.
And for those of you who are bigger dog fans, Lily's been doing pretty good considering her age since being really sick two summers ago.
Super thankful for this little guy in our lives even when he brought us two snakes (once inside) last summer. As Simon likes to repeat (and I so agree) from Indiana Jones, "I hate snakes."
We love you George!
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Being cat lovers ourselves (Manx x2)
I enjoyed the story of "George Washington" Edwards arrival and loved the story of Simon choosing a name. Truly hard to believe it's been a year already, Ali.
Love the photos of George and yourself appearing to have caught a "cat nap". Along with George stretching out on his back on the couch. Totally made me laugh. Tuxedo cats have so much character.
TFS...
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aawww how cute this post is! I can't believe it's been a year already, time is flying. Love the photos and the words Ali, thanks so much!!
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My sister has two rescued cats that constantly bring dead birds etc. and lay them at the front door! A lady once told her that cats are never "beholding" to anyone, so they are paying for their care and showing you they can work for their keep. Maybe just an old wives tale, but kind of a cute story.
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It was a delight to read George Washington Edwards year in review. Pets so fill our lives with love and self acceptance.
I live with Henry George, also a tuxedo and Jack Charles, a tabby also known as a tweed blazer.
Enjoy the day.
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such as wonderful story!
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He's beautiful, Ali!
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Wonderful! Great pictures - you can tell he was very happy when he was laying on your shoulder - and great to hear how he's made himself a part of the family! Thanks so much for sharing!
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I love your photos of George! My daughter and one of our cats have a very special relationship. I laughed when I saw George on Simon's Lego table. I wonder if he knocks everything down like our Gizmo does? That's the only time Chloe gets mad at him, and she always forgives him pretty quickly!
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You captured the essence of life as a family, and GWE suits your family perfectly. I love your shots.
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I am really enjoying your blog (been a reader for 3 years). You look so beautiful and happy and the kids look amazing. I am in love with George, in his little handsome tux!
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Aaaaww, I love cats, too! I don't have one, so I enjoy them vicariously through others. Thanks for sharing yours with us!
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Aw, George is cute. He reminds me of our Norman who we lost last January. He was 18!
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George Washington looks similar to our Boots—the white bib and 4 white paws. The rest of her, though, is tortoise shell. She adopted us; we live in the country and she was dumped here as a kitten last summer, very emaciated, but has tripled in size. She's become very affectionate now. I was just e-mailing a friend about how comforting it is to have a cat in my lap again. I lost my old (20 years) Heidi a couple years ago. We also have a black lab.
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GWE looks like one lucky kitty.........isn't it amazing how much joy pets (espeically resuces) bring into our lives. :)
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