9/12 Mannie PMPS 188, +2 198, +3.5 193, +5.5 169

Good Morning LL!! (it's Monday - we need lots!), and Happy Monday!

Kitties!! Full Harvest Moon Party tonight!
This FULL MOON is a very special one for me… Last years Full Harvest Moon party was the last full moon party where I was able to cook with my mentor, Master Chef Stu, who crossed to the bridge a few days later. So in honor of the greatest LL chef ever, I have Chef Stu’s 2010 menu as our menu for this year’s harvest moon party. It is so fitting for me that we will have our party this year at Rusty’s, and Stu's, barn… Mannie

9/11 Condo

9/11 RECAP:
fed mini meals @ ps, +1, +2, +3: AM CYCLE: Wellness Beef and Chicken 4%, PM CYCLE: Wellness Turkey 4%
9/11 amps 119: 3rd cycle on this dose (2.50S) fed 4% LC
+1 198 fed 4% LC
+2 179 fed 4% LC
+3 fed 4% LC
+4 fed 4% LC
+6 fed 4% LC
+9 178
9/11 pmps 182: 4th cycle on this dose (2.50S) fed 4% LC
+1 fed 4% LC
+2 219 fed 4% LC
+3 fed 4% LC
+3.5 168
+5.5 134
9/12 amps 102: 5th cycle on this dose (2.50S) fed 4% LC
+.5 fed 4% LC
+1 172
+1.5 fed 4% LC

Today we are on day 3 of a new dose, and so far... not too bad at all! We have a great 102 for amps this morning. The 172 is in part a food spike, as he has had two feedings since his amps. I hope for a great cycle this morning, low blues, maybe even some greens. Mannie - let's make this dose a keeper! cat_pet_icon

All is well in MannieLand. The kitty choir was in full force this morning. It seems like Elsa and Mannie have not retired, and are back to making sure the bean gets out of bed - no small task! :lol: The were singing their hearts out this morning - good thing as I was really sound asleep... :roll: We had another great test feed shoot - so many purrs from Mannie. I even had tail wags, well more like pom pom wags, as he really does not have a tail: just this cute big fluffy ball where that ail should be. :razz: A morning here with this three ring circus would not be complete without some whacking. Once again the three of them did not disappoint. Today was fun: all three sat facing one another. One would whack somebody, and around the circle it went. :lol: :lol: :lol: Breffis was gobbled up this morning, clean plate club status remains intact. Sadly though we are back to ignoring the auto feeder: no surprise there. :lol: :lol: The troops are now napping, with full bellies, warm beds, countless kitty dreams, waiting for what lies ahead. Normalcy in MannieLand. :razz:

Have a great day everyone. I'm not too sure what will be here today.... maybe a walk in a few, maybe a short hike close to home later... maybe just nuthin'. :lol: :lol:

Kitties!!! This is it! Our full moon party!!! WOOT! We gots to bring KTSS to Rusty too - he had to go to the vetty and gets his toothies cleaned.... i hope they left them in his mouth... so! KTSS for Rusty! and then we paw-tay! I hope you kitties like the menu - it is the menu that Stu perfected for last years full harvest moon. Tonight I want to remember him, and all GA kitties, so we will have his 2010 full harvest moon menu. You guys ready? All kitties welcome to help on the kitchen krew. See you guys soon - the bus is all ready to go. ~~ Chef Mannie

Full Harvest Moon Party Menu
Beverages: Lunar Micro-Brews, Reddened NipTecates, Tuna Flavored Champagne, Moon Juleps
Gracie’s Moon Beverage Special: Harvest Moon, Cranberry Cooltini
Appetizers: Tuna Dip, Scallop Ceviche, Chopped Chicken Liver Canapés, Deviled Duck Eggs
Moonie’s Appetizer Special: Canal Fresh Crab Meat Appetizers
Entrees: Grouse in Aspic, Pumpkin Soup, Pigeon Pie, Roast Quail, Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Turkey Kabobs, Poached Salmon, Quiche Lorraine
Salads: Buttheads Moon Bathed Lettuce Wraps with Fresh Field Greens and Grass Clippings
Desserts: Stu's World Famous Catmint Parfaits, Pumpkin Pie with Catnip Crust and Whipped Cream, Moon Pie (all whipped cream), Mouse Mousse with Whipped Cream
Tess’ Dessert Special : Full Moon Wafers w/ Cinnamon Mousse​

See you guys soon - LET"S ROLL!!! ~ Mannie

And completely OT: Mannie was gracious enough to let me go hiking yesterday morning. Attached are a couple of photos of the alpine lakes I visited.

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Nice blue start Mannie ;-)

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Great numbers for Mannie! The new dose appears to be agreeing with him. Glad the choir got you up and out of bed. The little drill sargeants that they are. :lol: Oh and the whacking. How funny to watch. Tarragon and Turnup don't do it very often but were both having fun yesterday and spent about an hour whacking and chasing. It is always nice to see them play like they were kittens again.

Hope you have a wonderful day! Nuttin sounds good to me if I wasn't at tbp.

Oh Mannie! That menu sounds sooooo good. We will have to go see Rusty. It will be a sad night remembering your friend Stu. I didn't know him but have heard that he was a great Chef just like you. Can't wait for the big party! - Tarragon

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148 @ +52.5. YAY! Still blue, and coming down. Go Mannie! :razz:

Hi Lisa - That it is! I really liked the amps this morning.

Morning Melissa - I so hope so on the new dose. Paws crossed! I know it will take a few days for him to get settled into it, so we wait and see hoe the next few days go. Mornings are always fun here - what characters they can be! I figure that all this whacking is part of their play, and social interaction. I am glad to see it whenever I get it, as they, being senior cats, don't play all that much any more. -- and yeah, I kinda like the "nuthin" too. :lol:

Tarragon - dude! party time!! and Rusty time too... I hope he is doing OK. Hey Thx on remembering my buddy, and all our GA friends. it is sad, but good too. Stu was the bestest - what a chef! See you soon, I'm revvin' up the bus, getting ready to head on out. ~~ Mannie

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Great start to the day...and those pictures from yesterday's hike - absolutely stunning.

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Hi Michelle, great numbers today for Mannie. Is he giving you permission to take an adventure hike? I hope so. Mannie has no tail. I know he's Main Coon, but is there any mix in there, like maybe Manx, probably not!
Nice that the choir kitty got you up this morning. Have a nice day. I just had a short walk, as I wasn't sure what Mags was up to - it's already sunny here!

Oh Mannie, that menu is so lovely, just outstanding. I would be honored to help in the kitchen crew in honor of Chef Stu and remembrance Yes, Rusty needs extra tlc from all of us. See ya soon when you picks me up, Maggie.

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Hi guys .. love the blues on mannie! I'm glad to see this dose has settled in well with him .. Hopefully the nice numbers continue .. have a great day guys!

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No worries on Mannies liking this dose. Looks like the start of a beautiful day. Your pix are just gorgeous a s always. How incredible to have all that so close.

Mannie, the special dessert will be Full Moon Wafers w/ Cinnamon Mousse. I can't wait for the singing and to sit by the veil to see all out old friends partying on the other side. -- Tess

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Look at you Mannie!!! Such pretty numbers, Smokers is so glad that you've decided to join him in the blue lagoon!!!

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Yummmm that Mouse Mousse really caught my eye Mannie, can't wait for the party tonight! I didn't meet Stu either but i've heard he was a pretty special dude......and yes KTSS for Rusty tonight to get the vetty smell off him.

I didn't know Mannie was a manx kitty!?!?! Well the things you learn on this forum huh :lol: When does Mannie and the gals go in for dentals?

Have a great day Michelle, and Mannie too.

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110 @ +4.5. YAY! What a great low blue number!! Go Mannie!!

Hi Jessica - hey thanks on all counts! Love the numbers...and well... love the scenery too! So many awesome places here.

Hi Ann and Miss Maggie - I think he has given me another permission slip - a 110 close to nadir, he should surf here. The hike today is a short one, and close so I think I shall go. Waterfalls on today's agenda! When We adopted Mannie from the shelter they told me he was manx. I know he is not 100% manx. I think it may be part of the mix - they had no idea. his tail is a fun "mutation" - about 5", all corkscrewed. Weird - so it, with all that long fur it really does look like a pom pom. It is so funny when he tries to wag that thing. i really do need to d a few butt shots. :lol: :lol: I am gad you got your walk in!

Hi Devon - thanks - me too. I hope he settles into it - it seems like he has.. we are surfin' his favorite color - blues!

Hi Ann, and Miss Tess - i hope so - this dose is looking darn good. Day three and we have low blues, a few greens. YAY!! and thx on the pics - we are lucky - so much that is so close.. I love it! off for a waterfall hike in a few... never been here, but it sounds great!

Morning Smokey's Bean - many thanks! Mannie is so looking forward to the blue lagoon. It is always better with company.

hi Tracy - Well I think he's part manx, just don't believe the 100%, and such long fur - I wonder if there isn't a little maine coon in there.. we just don't know for sure. -- and the dreaded dentals are next week - on the 20th. They are needed, but such worry we go through. They are all seniors... and Mannie had such a time with his last one - longgggggggggg story there. But he needs it, badly enough, so off they go. BJ has to wait until her kidney values are a little better. Not too sure what we will do with her, as she is the eldest at 18.

Leo !!! I know n the mouse mousse - Stu was a master at it, I hope I remember it right... he was the bestets chef ever!!! You needs a ride to the party? KTSS for Rusty - I LUBS KTSS duty - it is so fun.. See you! ~ ~Mannie

Tess - ooooo on the dessert!!!! YUMMMM!!!!! and **SWOON**.. you alwyas have the bestest ideas! I will out it on the menus. me too on the GA's - it is tradition now - always at the full moons. See you soon! ~~ Mannie

Maggie - thx... I hope it is... this full moon is special for me, so yay! it is good to remember... affirmative on rusty - he will need lots of tlc, and the KTSS. on my way!! ~~ Mannie

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New dose looking good so far for Mr Mannie. Enjoy your hike today Michelle.

Mannie! Pwease come picks me ups fur da pawty and da ktss. I needs to gets away from dese baby brudders! Dey's dwive me cwazy! Tank goodness dey's too wittle fur mamabean to makes me bwing dem. I'z be waiting at da winnow fur you. Can't waits to sees ebeyone! Lubs, Muffin

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Might the Mannseter be a Cymric? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cymric_(cat)

The Cymric ( /ˈkɪmrɨk/ kim-rik or /ˈkʌmrɨk/ kum-rik) is a breed of domestic cat. Some cat registries consider the Cymric a long-haired variety of the Manx breed from the Isle of Man, rather than a separate breed: except for the length of fur, in all other respects the two varieties are the same, and kittens of either sort may appear in the same litter. The name comes from Cymru ([ˈkəm.rɨ], kəm-ree), the indigenous Welsh name of Wales, though the breed is not associated with Wales, and the name was possibly given as an attempt to provide a "Celtic"-sounding name for the breed.

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Verra nice numbers Sir Mannie

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Great start, Chef Mannie! I know Willie is excited for the party!!

Durn rite, I iz! Gotz mah apron an' mah hat an I'z reddy to do Chef Stu proud!! Gotz libber smoothies mixed up for Rusty an' de gang! We'll need our strength... we'z gotz lots of cookin to do! See ya in a few! --Willie

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Yes please do make it a keeper for a while. Great dose!!!

Oh how funny..a circle whackathon!! :lol: :lol: :lol: Really you must get a video. Maybe if Mannie doesn't realize you're videoing the whackathon, he'll do his fuds dance!

Gorgeous photos!!!! I'm so jealous you get to see all of that incredible scenery!!

Mannie!!! I gots two recipes for our drink special!!! One is "Harvest Moon" (it has pineapple, orange juice, tequila, and triple sec!! and the other one, to soothe Rusty, is my "Cranberry Cooltini"!! But first KTSS for Rusty!!

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Mannie's numbers are looking absolutely perfecto!!! This dose does seem to be agreeing with him, so paws crossed it continues!!

Once again, you've made me jealous of your surroundings. Excellent pictures!!

Hey Mannie, my man!!! I'm ready to party, dude!! Got ahold of some new insulin and now my numbers seem to be keeping my mom happy so I'm sure I'll be able to head out!!! I'll need a ride, though, cuz mom sold the motorcycle to pay for test strips.

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Glad you got out for your mini hike and that Mannie gave permission. That's so cool that Mannie has some Manx in him. He has the beautiful coat of the Main Coon and the cute stubby tail of the Manx. Maggie thinks that means they are distanct cousins. :lol: Yes, we definitely need to see a picture of the cute butt, sorry Mannie!

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130 @ +10. wow, and impressive: not much of a spike...

Hi Anne! How nice to hear from you. I hope all is well with you and Muffin. I thinks so too on the new dose - so far he's doing well with it. And thanks on the hike - had a good time, and visited a set of falls I had not been to before. Very very pretty!

Hi Ann - me to - it was a short one, so I could go later in the morning. Yep on the manx part - I looked at that link that Carolyn sent and omg! that fits Mannie to a "T". Maybe he is a cymric: a long haired manx. his tail so looks like the one in the photo. and his coat is very similar to the photo, just a tabby version. I always thought he was part Maine Coon... now I wonder on that too! ok - it's settled - I need a photo of his cute butt! gotta work on that. :lol: :lol: Mannie says Maggie may be right on the distant cousins thing - he so agreed!

Hi carolyn - wow - I had not heard of them before. I wonder! maybe he is.... His tail looks just like the one in the photo: he'd be a stumpie, as the description fits!! ... and the coat displacement too. holy carp! This is as cool! THANKS!!!!!

Hi Christie - been another good day, hoping for greens later on!

Hi Marje - so agreed, I hope this dose is a keeper. so far he is settling into it well. to have low blues now is good for him. -- and yes on the circle whack-a-thon. I couldn't believe it. The goof balls!! I know on the camera. I should just leave it out at night so it would be there in the morning, and I wouldn't have to think... :lol: :lol: and yes - maybe I would get that fuds dance. :shock: thx too on the photos - more tomorrow from the falls hike today.

Hi patty - I so hope so too on the dose - nice so far, isn't it? and thx on the photos!

Champ DUDE!!! Your bean sold the motorcycle????? Dude - that is so not cool! your cycle, man.... well then. I will picks you up for sure! Gracie's bringing some really cool drinks we can sample on the party. WOOT! my bean says I get new juice soon too... why they keep doing that? what's wrong with the old juice - works fine for me... I dunno... See you soon - on my way! ~~ Mannie

Hey Gracie!! I gots it - drinks on the menu - awesome!!! they are so good. I know Rusty will be happy. I hope he still has his teeth.... uhhhhhh..... bring extra of teh "harvest Moon" I wants lots of that one! See you soon - Mannie

Willie!! DUDE!!!! Muffins is coming!!! thanks dude for the slider stuff and the libber smoothies: Rusty will need one for sure!! I hope he did ok... I gots to call him. See you soon!! ~~ Mannie

MUFFIN!!!!!!! YAY - it's Muffin! You betcha - I will come and get you early, spring you from them baby kitties. they can be such a pain.... phew!!! on the too little thing.... oh boy.... ok then - I am on my ay - watch for me! see you soon! Oh! You wanna help in the kitchen??? ~~ Mannie

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Oh Great Blue Mannie--Moonie has been practicing all day for the big party tonite--
You were so close to green today, but i just know you will show us some greenie tonite!
My mini hike is walking around Waldbaum's 3 times :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Glad you had a nice day!

Mannie Pal!! I is all ready for tonite and me & Rusty will lead the kitty choir in some great songs. of Course On the Full Moon we will sing to our GA friends that we see through the veil and remember them!
Delicious Menu too--All kitties are still invited to sing wif us tonite--Hugs from Moonie--SEE YA THERE

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Mannie!

I'm in, Dude! I loves these harvest moon things. It will be good to see Russ again, too!

Umm, by the way, heads up, Buddy. Your bean is looking to take a picture of your butt. Just so you know.

Ted

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188 @ PMPS- up some, but all in all: not bad... Maybe green tonight Mannie? Your bean is ready!

Hi Roni - Yeah... the king of the blue lagoon is holding court today. It is his new fav color. :lol: Maybe tonight - paws crossed for those greens! You crack me up on your mini hike! hey - whatever works!!

Moonie - I am so ready for this party. I LUBS the choir - you and Rusty are the best. I like it the best when our GA friends come to listen. it is so cool! See you soon ~~ Mannie

TED!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are coming!! I lubs these things too, ya know? The full moons are the best - lots of howling and stuff. OK..... what is this about butt shots? are you serious??? I don't want photos of my butt all over the internet, ya know - that is so uncool. I need to have a serious talk with my bean... shessHHHHH!!!!! Thanks for the heads up dude. butt shots. so. not. cool. ~~ Mannie

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Mannie: Nice #'s!! (and thanks for letting your bean to go hiking so she could take and share her pics.)

Michelle: Beautiful pics!! What a nice place to hike, sooo jealous! Glad you had a nice hike.

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Hey Chef Mannie! What a great idea to prepare the menu Stu and you prepared last year! My mamabean says that Chef Stu will be so happy to party through the veil. He'll be cooking the same menu for the GAs. It will be a great prelude to the Halloween Party at Camp Stu, when the veil is the thinnest. I can't wait for the party to start. I feel good, except for this vetty smell. My mouth is watering for some real party food. See you soon. The moon is just coming up.
Rusty

Hi Michelle, Lovely pics of your hike. Sorry I didn't get a chance to visit earlier. Mannie looks great.
What a great way to honor Stu by preparing the menu from last year's Harvest Moon Party. Mannie is so thoughtful. Rusty is really looking forward to the party tonight. Thanks for all the good thoughts for his dental.

Ella

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198 @ +2, still blue, with maybe a bit of a food spike in there. Thinking of some greens maybe Mannie? Maybe?

Hi Roberta - thanks! I am grateful too that he let me go! And thanks on the pics - it was a very nice place. I will have to be sure and go back there.

Hi Ella - No problem on the visit - I know you had things, like Rusty's dental, on your mind. that is more important. I hope so on the menu - it occurred to me last night as I was thinking harvest moon menu that last years was really the last time that those two collaborated - it somehow seemed fitting to use that menu. I was elated when I actually found it! Mannie is very stoked abut this party... I hope they behave themselves. :lol: :lol:

Rusty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You survived your dental - YAY!! We gots ton of KTSS stuff for you, and Gracie made you a special drink: Cranberry Cooltini - it is very soothing. : it is so cool to think that Master Chef Stu will be cooking the same menu! What a great prelude indeed for the Halloween party - i don't think we can top last year... that was so cool! The veil was just the best. I hope we can see all the GA's tonight. see you soon - I will bring lots of party fuds, as I know they starved you at the vets... they never have good fuds... ~~ Mannie

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193 @ 3.5. Looks like it will be a flat blue surf tonight...

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Nice blues. What a great surf. Again, beautiful pictures Michelle.

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Very nice. Now he needs to talk to Miss Gracie about flat.....she seems to have forgotten what that is all about.

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Well....at least I've been getting plenty of sleep the last week. :roll: :roll: :roll:

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Hi guy!

Thanks Bev - I like this surf - nice and flat,. I wish it was a little lower, but it is blue, and I won't complain!

Hi Marje - i saw Gracie tonight. omg - maybe she was tired of being told all week how flat she is... this is let's shake things up night. I do like this surf tonight - even. not too bad.

169 @ +5.5. Still blue!

Ni NI everyone!