Gosh, what a nice thing to do.  You've made me very happy, Holly.  Thank you!

I did notice an omission on my part.  The bottom of post #128 references a "10 am sun bath" picture.  I missed it, because there's no broken link.  So I went searching on my phone to see what that photo was all about.  Found it!  Cone freedom, happiness, duct tape, conquered challenges, and Wolverine all framed in one shot..

I thought maybe that one was worth restoring.  Getting that cone off was a monumental event for us!  Still remember it like it was yesterday.

Raven always had a look on her face like she was about to cause me some trouble.  And she often did.  We've had many pets in our lives, but Raven was absolutely the most distinct personality of them all.  She was something else.  

Thanks, Holly and Admin!

You did a great job despite the fact I didn't give you much to work with.  

I did not live up to my promise to send more pictures before the end of last week (as requested for the banner).  Sorry! The warden and I were reunited last week after she returned from a long absence, and sorting through Raven pictures was tough on her.  Raven passed just days before her return, so you can imagine what a blow that was to her.  It is impossible to put into words how much that lady LOVED that cat, AND how much Raven loved her!  So I didn't push her on the picture deadline.   

The warden is upset that we don't have pictures that are representatively "pretty" enough by her standards.  I disagree, but I will admit it is challenging to take a good picture of a black cat.  iPhones tend to focus and adjust contrast for the background, and leave you with an unfocused black silhouette of a cat in the foreground.  As a result, we have fewer good pictures of Raven than we anticipated out of the large volume taken.  

My idea of letting the tripawds community be the final arbiters of what's "pretty" enough was met with a blank stare by the warden.  So I'm sharing some I've taken below, on the condition that no one tells on me.  I was in the habit of snapping shots of Raven and texting them to cheer the warden up when she was out of town.  Here's a few I like.  Of course, I think they're all awesome.  Warden approved?  Definitely NOT! Banner-worthy? Unsure.  Shareable?  Absolutely.

paws120 said
I saw your post on the foundation and came back in here somewhere around page 10ish and took a stroll through history. I cannot believe it has been a year. Happy Angelversary Raven, I loved that spunky feline and all of her adorable hi-jinx. 

Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about all of you and to let you know my thoughts are with you. I know your beautiful Angel is having a blast wreaking havoc up there in the clouds.

Take care, hope things are well for you and your wonderful family.

Jackie and Huck

  

Thanks, Jackie!

And sorry it took three months to reply back! I used to get email alerts about new posts to this thread, but somehow became unsubscribed.  

Thanks for your kind words.  That scrappy kitty has been hard to forget.  The warden and I were reminiscing this evening, and I found myself back on this thread.  The pictures are always fun to revisit.  This website is like a memorial to us with fond memories of both Raven and this wonderful community of kind people.  We are VERY grateful this thread is still here along with all of Raven's pictures.

Spent some time looking at some of the latest updates on "Three Legged Cats."  I wish everyone well while you're caring for your precious pets. Stressful times for sure, but you've certainly landed at the right place for support.  Hang in there, and I wish you all well on the journey to recovery!

Mark