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You are here: Home / Diary / I’m One!

I’m One!

March 19, 2015 By: Summer Samba121 Comments

Where are the birthday treats?

Can you believe I’m one year old already? Where does the time fly? Between cat shows and my human’s working on Rescued (the Kindle version just came out!), we’ve been too busy for a big birthday bash — but don’t worry, there is still going to be an awesome Cat World Domination Day in June!

I ate it so fast Binga didn't have time to steal any!

I did have a special birthday meal — my favorite chicken cat food sprinkled with freeze dried chicken (eat your heart out, Ashton!). It was awesome!

Rumor has it that it was an impulse buy at CVS

She also got me this Hello Kitty Beanie… at least that’s what she said. Do you think she got it for me or for herself? Your guess is probably the same as mine! But it doesn’t matter because I didn’t want any presents for my birthday, really. I already have a house full of toys, playmates and more cat show ribbons than I could ever chew through!

I did ask for one thing, however — for my human to hold a birthday commenthon to benefit Southern California Abyssinian (and Somali) Rescue. Just because Abys and Somalis come from a breeder, sometimes we wind up in trouble — and even in kill shelters! The worst nightmare a breeder has, in fact, is that a kitten she lovingly raised winds up being cruelly treated or dumped… and even though nearly all responsible breeders have a clause requesting the kitten or cat’s return if things don’t work out, sometimes people ignore this and just get rid of a cat that has been an “inconvenience.” S.C.A.R. helps Abys, Aby mixes, and Somalis in need and gets homes for them — and they could always use donations. So my human will be donating 50 cents per comment, up to $50. Please make my birthday wish come true, for my commenthon to hit its goal!

P.S. If you want to see Sparkle’s first birthday, it’s at this blog post.

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Comments

  1. Colehaus Cats says

    March 19, 2015 at 8:51 pm

    Happy B-Day, beautiful girl. May you have many, many , many more!

    Reply
  2. prancer pie says

    March 19, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    We are posting a bit late, but Happy First Birthday, sweet Summer!

    Reply
  3. carol b says

    March 19, 2015 at 8:01 pm

    Happy Birthday, beautiful Summer! You picked a perfect way to celebrate your special day.

    Reply
  4. Raven says

    March 19, 2015 at 7:52 pm

    Congratulations on your first birthday. That’s a big milestone in the life of a kitty and you’ve had an amazing first year filled with lots of activities, cat shows, learning, teaching, and having fun. I hope you had a fantastic day.

    Reply
  5. Derby and Ducky says

    March 19, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Happy Purrthday Summer. You have grown into a lovely lady cat. Purrs.

    Reply
  6. Katie Bella says

    March 19, 2015 at 6:42 pm

    Beautiful girl, happiest birthday. You are a joy to see every day and I am so glad your mom is doing a commentathon. I will go re-read Sparkles too. Love you both.

    Reply
  7. Mr puddy says

    March 19, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    Happy Sweet One !
    Happy Birthday Miss beautiful Summer
    Nose kiss
    xox

    Reply
  8. Sabina Ayne says

    March 19, 2015 at 6:07 pm

    Happy birthday, Summer.You look for so good for being only 1-year old!

    Reply
  9. Quill & Greyson says

    March 19, 2015 at 6:01 pm

    Happy Birthday to you Beautiful Summer!!! Hope your year ahead is super!

    Reply
  10. Kitties Blue says

    March 19, 2015 at 5:57 pm

    Happy Birthday, Summer. You are just a few comments from that $50. We had fun reading Sparkle’s first birthday post as well. Nice Hello Kitty. Like you, we know who it is really for. The noms look amazing. We think we are going to order that for our birthdays. Wishing you a long life filled with love and happiness. XOCK, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo

    Reply
  11. Anne CAstellano says

    March 19, 2015 at 5:53 pm

    How wonderful that you are taking the opportunity to help kitties that are less fortunate than you. Happy Birthday, Summer, and I hope you have many more!

    Reply
  12. Connie says

    March 19, 2015 at 5:35 pm

    how generous Summer! I hope you reach your goal and then some.

    Happy Birthday!

    Reply
  13. Dawn And kiKi says

    March 19, 2015 at 5:07 pm

    Happy birthday Summer!! We loved the pic of you with Hello Kitty and yes my human would have bought it for herself as well!! Thank you for helping those beautiful kitties….so sad to think of irresponsible humans causing such suffering. You are so special and we wish you many more wonderful years! Look forward to sharing them with you!

    Xoxo

    Reply
  14. Cleopawtra says

    March 19, 2015 at 5:05 pm

    HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY!!! Loved your cake! Here’s to many many more birthdays.

    Reply
  15. William says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    Happy birthday, you little doll! One is a fun age.

    Reply
  16. Angel Ginger Jasper says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:39 pm

    Happy Birthday sweety. A commentathon is a wonderful way to celebrate x

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  17. Austin Towers says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    I don’t know about one, but you are one in a million, Summer! Happy Birthday sweet girl 🙂 xx

    Reply
  18. Sometimes Cats Herd You says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    Happy, happy birthday, Summer!

    Reply
  19. Laura zaccardi says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    Happy birthday, pretty girl! May all of your wonderful wishes come true! Z-girl and the Squeedunk Cats

    Reply
  20. Victoria says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:09 pm

    Happy Birthday to Summer!
    We have something in common as I have your lovely and handsome brother Shahzad (or “Shah” for short). We are very blessed to be sharing birthdays!
    All the best!

    Reply
    • Summer Samba says

      March 19, 2015 at 4:47 pm

      That’s right – happy birthday, bro!

      Reply
  21. cory says

    March 19, 2015 at 4:08 pm

    Happy first birthday Summer! Being one is super cool.

    Reply
  22. Kat says

    March 19, 2015 at 3:07 pm

    Happy Birthday! Wow 1 already! that year flew by! You look so pretty and look like you are enjoying your b-day noms 🙂

    Reply
  23. Flynn says

    March 19, 2015 at 3:04 pm

    Happy Birthday beautiful girl.

    Reply
  24. Marianne says

    March 19, 2015 at 2:28 pm

    Happy Birthday, Summer! May you have many, many more.

    I’m glad Binga didn’t snatch any of your birthday treat.

    Reply
  25. Lily says

    March 19, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    Happy Birthday Sweet Summer!

    Enjoy that special meal!

    Love,
    Lily

    Reply
    • Lily says

      March 19, 2015 at 4:11 pm

      Hey, did you know that Tiffany Two’s Birthday is today, too? She is 27 years old and the world’s oldest cat – well that is known about.

      http://petcha.com/pet_care/lets-all-sing-happy-birthday-to-tiffany-two-the-worlds-oldest-cat/?utm_source=greatergood&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=Lets_All_Sing

      I thought you might like to see her!

      XO,
      Lily

      Reply
  26. Mary McNeil says

    March 19, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    Happy birthday, Sweetie !

    Reply
  27. Lone Star Cats says

    March 19, 2015 at 1:29 pm

    Happy birthday! Tomorrow is Crockett’s first birthday too.

    Reply
  28. Lindy Beveridge says

    March 19, 2015 at 1:15 pm

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

    Reply
  29. Nerissa's Life says

    March 19, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY SUMMER! May your day be filled with love & cuddles and treats & nip. Lots & lots & LOTS of the nip, for sure.

    Purrs,
    Nissy

    Reply
  30. Georgia and Julie says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    Happy 1st Birthday Summer!
    You are as cute as ever 🙂
    We like that your birthday wish is to help cats.
    Purrs Georgia and Julie,
    Treasure and JJ

    Reply
  31. Emma and Buster says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    Happy happy first birthday Sweet Summer!!!!

    Reply
  32. Joy Edwards says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    A very happy first birthday, Summer!

    Reply
  33. The Swiss Cats says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    Happy Birthday beautiful Summer ! We wish you a wonderful day, filled with treats and cuddles, and lot of comments for your commentathon ! Purrs

    Reply
  34. Exploding Mary says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:45 pm

    Happy Birthday, pretty kitty.

    Reply
  35. meowmeowmans says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:27 pm

    What a wonderful birthday wish you wished, Summer! Happy Birthday, sweet girl. We hope your day and year are as special as you! 🙂

    Big hugs and headbonks,

    Moosey, Gracie and Zoe (and mom and dad, too)

    Reply
  36. jansfunnyfarm says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    Yes, we have noticed that many, humans totally ignore a commitment to return an animal if they don’t want it. It’s sad. We hope your commentathon is a huge success.

    Happy 1st birthday, Summer!

    Reply
  37. gina says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:21 pm

    Congratulations on being one! I think it is a lovely gift from your owner for the donation to such a great cause.
    Best wishes!

    Reply
  38. Jacqueline says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    Happy Birthday, gorgeous Summer!…We can’t believe you are already a year old=you have such a precious kitten face!!…This post is a kind thing to do for your birthday wish…We hope you have a purrfect day, sweetie…xoxo…Calle, Halle, Sukki, Mommy Cat, Daddy Cat

    Reply
  39. Famous SpokesGoat Pricilla says

    March 19, 2015 at 11:35 am

    Happy Birthday Summer – I’m sure the goat will be hit. I am looking forward to many more birthdays!

    Reply
  40. Sue Brandes says

    March 19, 2015 at 11:24 am

    Happy birthday Summer. Have a fun filled day.

    Reply
  41. Ken Stevens says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:57 am

    Don’t worry Summer, if your owner gets tired of you, I’m here for you 😻

    Reply
  42. Pawesome Cats says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:57 am

    Happy birthday beautiful Summer! We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness.

    Reply
  43. Clooney says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:50 am

    Happy 1st Birthday Dear Summer! You are such a special kitty! We hope you have a fab day and that is a great Birthday cake. We too, are happy you are featuring the rescue you are for your Commentathon.

    Reply
  44. Edie says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:43 am

    Happy Birthday !!!

    Reply
  45. Kitty Cat Chronicles says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:39 am

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SUMMER!!! Wow, we can’t believe you’re one already – how the time has flown. You’ve grown into such a beautiful girl! We will be celebrating a birthday on Monday – Sampson’s! He will be three.

    Reply
  46. sandy says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:04 am

    Happy birthday Summer!!!

    Reply
  47. Carrie Mcgrogan says

    March 19, 2015 at 9:45 am

    Hope you have a Fantastic Birthday Summer! So hard to believe you are one already. Tell Binga she has to be extra nice to you today! 🙂

    Reply
  48. william says

    March 19, 2015 at 9:32 am

    happy birthday beautiful!!

    Reply
  49. LP says

    March 19, 2015 at 9:30 am

    Happy Birthday sweet Summer! We are glad you are highlighting a purebred rescue…some people think purebreds are never ill treated and don’t need help so thanks for bringing awareness to your rescue. Hope the commentathon is a huge success 🙂

    the critters in the cottage xo

    Reply
  50. Annabelle says

    March 19, 2015 at 9:28 am

    Wow becoming ONE is very important. You’re right where does that time go? A very very VERY happy birthday to you Summer and we look for many many more happy days ahead. Now enjoy that chicken cake.

    Reply
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