Bye Bye Boo

Mom came downstairs yesterday and picked me up. She gave me a tight hug and held me close to her chest and buried her face in my fur. She was crying. "Mom, what's wrong?"

"Oh Fluffy, your little brother Boo crossed the Rainbow Bridge today."

Mom held me in that special way, that way that tells me that she really needs me, so I didn't squirm in her arms like I sometimes do. I tried to comfort her. "What happened to him, Mom?"

"Oh, he was just an old little man. I guess his time had come. Even though he was just a little hamster, your Dad and I loved him dearly and it's left quite a big and empty hole in our hearts."

"Awww, Mom, it's going to be okay. Boo knew how much everyone loved him. He was a great little guy who was very lucky to have you and Dad to take care of him. I can't think of a hamster in the world luckier that he was."

"That's nice of you to say Fluffy. Dad and I sure do feel lucky for being able to know him. We're going to miss him an awful lot." I could feel Mom's tears through my fur and her sadness pierce my heart. "I love you Fluffy. You know how much Dad and I love you all, right?"

"Of course we do, Mom. You say it to us everyday. We love you too." I reassured her as she cried a river.

I'll miss my little brother Boo, even if he was a hamster and not a rabbit. He loved to roll up to me whenever he was in his exercise ball. If I put my head down just right, he would park his ball right up beside me and groom my fur through the air vents. He was an awesome little fellow. The world is a better place for having known him and the Rainbow Bridge shines all the more brighter with him there.

Sweet Dreams Little Boo. We will meet again someday...

Fluffy

BunFest Time!

This is something Mom has been working really hard on for the last few months - a "bunny convention of epic proportions" she calls it. It's called BunFest and it's happening this Sunday!

Mom says it's really important that people with pet rabbits know how to properly take care of them. "Fluffy, did you know that some rabbits live in a small cage and never get out for exercise time? Did you know that some rabbits have never had hay? And did you know that some rabbits will live their entire lives without ever seeing a vet?" she asked me. "No Mom, I didn't know that. But why? Don't their people care about them? What can we do to help them?" She smiled, "Well, for starters, we are going to have a bunny event where people can bring their bunnies and learn all they can about how to properly take care of them. It's going to be called BunFest!"

And so BunFest was born. There's going to be all kinds of wonderful things for bunnies and their people to see and do! Bunny Glamour Shots, a BunSpa, a craft area, a Bunny Lounge & Cafe and of course, bunnies! People will be able to get information on all kinds of topics, ask rabbit-savvy vets any questions they want, buy toys and treats for their bunnies and bid on great stuff at the Silent Auction! There is even going to be a carrot eating contest! "Mom! I want to enter!" I told her. "Sorry Fluffy, it's for the people, not the bunnies." THUMP!

Mom is going to be working hard that day so Dad is going to bring Binks and I in our stroller to check out the fun! And the best part is, all the money they raise will go to help bunnies in need. You see, Mom and Dad both volunteer for Rabbit Rescue Inc. and helping bunnies is what they like to do best.

So while Mom attempts to tie up all the loose ends and get things ready for Sunday, she wanted me to get the word out and tell everyone I know about BunFest. If you live in the southern Ontario area and would like to come, please hop on by! It's for a great cause!

Fluffy

To Share Or Not To Share

So here is a picture of Miss Binks and I sharing a carrot - okay, well not exactly. At some point in our relationship, I became the "food tester" and it seems, when it comes to the greens on the dinner plate, whatever I pick to eat, Miss Binks has to eat, too.

But it's not like she sees me eating some kale and decides to eat kale too. She has to have my piece of kale, the one that is already in my mouth. She will come hopping over and say, "Fluffy, what do you have? Can I have it?" and then snatch! It's gone. That's okay, I'll just hop over to the plate and get something else. Mmmmmmm, dill! I pick up a sprig and I can see her eyeing me. Over she hops. "What's that Fluffy? Can I have it?" Snatch! Hmmmmm, there seems to be a pattern forming here. Okay, how about some red leaf lettuce? Yum! "Fluffy, is that good? Can I have it?" Usually at this point, I just drop it for her.

So this picture is of her stealing my carrot. At least carrots amuse her long enough for me to fill my belly with other things. And she is a dainty little eater so she fills up fast. Me, being the hungry boy I always seem to be, I can graze on my greens for an entire evening! So I guess it all works out in the end.

Sometimes Binks and I are like Lady and the Tramp. Remember that scene where they are eating the same spaghetti noodle and they end up touching noses? We did that with parsley once - (swoon).

But of course, it's never as bad as it seems. I'm thankful I have my special lady to share my dinner with; it's kinda romantic how she only wants what I want. And there are always the things I love to share with her like ear licks, sleepy head grazes and full-on cuddles. She is nice and warm and I like how her whiskers tickle me. Sometimes that makes my bum twitch. And that's never a bad thing.

Fluffy

I've Won A Major Award!

"And the Brilliante Weblog Award goes to.....Fluffy!" (insert orchestra fanfare and cheers here)

Oh my goodness! I can't believe it - I won a major award! I am speechless! I don't know what to say!

Well, I have to start off by thanking my buddy Fez who nominated me. He's a great little bunny - thanks Fez! I'd also like to thank Mom who works so hard typing everything out for me as my paws can't quite type just yet, but I am working on it. Thanks also go out to Dad who likes to snorgle me and sniff my bum to see if it needs any maintenance. Boo, my little brother, who is really a hamster, thank you Boo for grooming me through the vents of your exercise ball. Scooter and Ella, the bunnies upstairs who always manage to keep things "interesting". The birds who come to the feeder to visit me everyday, and to Nutters and Butters who stop and say hello when they come for their peanuts.

And of course, my dear Miss Binks, my bunny soul mate and love of my life, what would I do without your love and ear licks? I adore you more than words can say my sweet bunny girl. My biggest thanks go to you!

And in the spirit of the award, I nominate the following blogs as the next recipients...

1. The Hopperhome Bunny Blog - a blog about house rabbit pets and more!
2. MyHouseRabbit.com - cool bunny news, resources and stuff!
3. Pet Rabbit Tales - just what the title says, lots of pet rabbit tales!
4.Rabbitmatch.org - house rabbit photos, stories and experiences.
5. DailyBunny.com - Lots of fun bunn stuff!
6. Hamleto the Hamster - cute hamster comic adventures!

And of course...

7. The Adventures of Freckles and Deb - my very first fan and good bunny friend!

So all you nominees, head over to pick up your award here.
Please take this as the honor that it is and pass it on to some of the sites you enjoy. The rules of accepting are as follows:

1) Put the logo on your blog.
2) Add a link to the person who awarded you.
3) Nominate at least 7 other blogs.
4) Add links to those blogs on yours.
5) Leave a message for your nominees on their blogs.


Thanks so much everybun! I feel very humbled to know a little bunny like me is so appreciated! In celebration, bring out some banana! YAY!!!!!

Fluffy