Who'd Ever Think A Gizmo Would Be Calming?

I had a panic attack this morning! I woke up thinking "what have we (I) done?" As cute as Gizmo is, I came close to taking him back to the breeder today. Don actually, the one who didn't want a cat, talked me into giving it a few more days. I think we got him too early... he wasn't completely weaned from his mom and the breeder assured us that he was eating kitten chow... but I've had to hand feed him practically. He has cried constantly - unless one of us is on the floor with him.



But then, calmer times prevailed. We've really been having some rough afternoons with Katie recently. She is trying sooooo hard in school but it's really starting to take a toll on her. She has so much determination and doesn't want special treatment or accomodations - but in reality - it takes her longer to do almost everything. So she comes home exhausted and frustrated.

Spending time outside with the dogs always helps... but of course, that isn't always an option. Today was a perfect day to be outside, but Katie spent the entire afternoon with Gizmo. She was calm - so was Gizmo. She was focused, responsible for his care and she was following directions wonderfully. Not to mention, she had so much fun playing with the cute little guy!



Additionally, not sure if it has anything to do with Gizmo, but Katie just in the past day or so has developed a sense of humor. Katie is so serious and analytical - sarcasim and most humor has always escaped her. But, it's like someone flipped a switch in her and she's been getting my silly jokes, she's been making jokes... it's been great!

So, we will give it some time. Gizmo was super cuddly and affectionate today... just seems like he's got some seperation anxiety. Just what we needed... a kitty who needs meds... :)

Don got his new Canon XL2 yesterday. So today, we went to the UT Trial Gardens and Market Square so he could just shoot and get some practice... and I worked on some assignments. It was a great day... except for the brilliantly bright sun. High noon... I had a lot of pictures that were overexposed. *sigh*

Although, I did get some neat shots of some bees enjoying the fragrant flowers. :)



So, tomorrow it's to Cades Cove. In the rain. Don and Katie are going to go with me. Other students brought friends, husband or boyfriend and a daughter last Saturday to Tremont... so we are going to make a day of it in the mountains...

If Katie can stand to be away from Gizmo that long.

Oh, and by the way, slowly but surely, the dogs and Gizmo seem to be getting use to each other. Maybe it wasn't the wrong thing to do after all.

We will see.