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Welcome Home, Milton | #WobblyWednesday

July 13, 2016 47 Comments

Welcome Home, Milton | #WobblyWednesday

Dear Milton,

Milton and Mom - Welcome HomeI knew the moment your foster mom (who was also Sophie’s foster mom) texted me a picture of you a few weeks ago with the message, “We have a kitten with Down Syndrome” that you would eventually join our family. I think Rebecca knew exactly what she was doing when she sent me that message 😉 . Here we are three weeks later, and you are home with us. You have been here three days now, and I am already so in love with you.

While cats can’t technically have Down Syndrome, you definitely have a handful of congenital defects going on. At nine weeks of age, you weigh just half a pound and are the size of a 2-3 week old kitten. You only have one eye that has very limited vision, and there is a good possibility you will eventually lose that eye. Your head has a mouse or possum-like shape to it, and you have no tail. Because of your Manx Syndrome, you sometimes can’t control your bowels. Some would probably look at you and think, “What’s the point?”

Milton and DadThat’s exactly what someone thought, because you and your two siblings were found in a dumpster. Someone then brought you into Animal Welfare, where you were all put on Death Row because you were so sickly – especially you, little boy. Thankfully someone from Circle of Friends Animal Society picked the three of you up on the day you were to be euthanized. While your siblings’ conditions have improved and they have grown and gained weight, you haven’t been so lucky.

When I look at you though, I don’t see your funny-shaped head, your tailless backend, or the fact that you barely have even just one eye. I see nothing but pure love in tiny kitten form. I see a sweet, sweet soul that deserves a chance; a soul that deserves nothing but the best, nothing but unconditional love. And that is exactly what you are going to get.

While I may not know how long we have with you, what I do know is that you will be more loved than you could possibly imagine. You will be well-cared for. You will want for nothing. You will have a place to call home, forever.

You have a family who are all betting their hearts on you.

Milton

Welcome home, Milton.

Love,
Mom

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  1. Summer says

    July 13, 2016 at 3:39 am

    OMC… what a special little guy. I know he is here for a reason, and I am so excited to see it unfold! I do hope his journey here is longer rather than shorter.

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  2. Madi says

    July 13, 2016 at 9:40 am

    Milton…you have landed in the lap of love there. Our money is on the fact that you will thrive. TLC
    works wonders
    Hugs madi and mom

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  3. nichole says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:03 am

    OMD – what a cutie patootie you are Milton! Welcome to your forever home!

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  4. Three Chatty Cats says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:21 am

    Aww, this is so sweet. Little Milton is so lucky to call you mommy! Hugs and purrs to both you and the sweet, little guy.

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  5. Melissa & Mudpie says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:01 am

    I’m sitting here in tears. I love him already too, and you, my friends, are angels on earth. Purring and praying for you all. {{{HUGS}}}

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  6. Connie says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:12 am

    May you defy the odds and have a long amazing life… My best wishes and strongest purrs for you Milton

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  7. The Florida Furkids says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:35 am

    Beautiful boy and sweet post. Welcome home Milton!

    The Florida Furkids

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  8. Tamago says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:55 am

    Oh my goodness, Milton, what a sweet baby you are! Poeple may think you are unlucky to be a “special needs” kitty, but you are the luckiest kitty to have the very best forever home and family! I’m so happy for you, sweetheart. Looking forward to reading more about you 🙂

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  9. Christy Paws says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    OMC! He is so cute and precious. What a lucky kitty to have come to live with you. Mom’s eyes got a little leaky. She said this reminded her of so many sad stories from when she was a foster mom.

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  10. Ann Staub says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:59 pm

    Aw! What a cutie. He totally lucked out finding his forever home.

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  11. Kitties Blue says

    July 13, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    Emily, that was so beautifully written. Mom got all choked up and almost started crying. As she said in her e-mail, she knows that with your generous spirit and loving heart you will give Milton every opportunity to live a happy and long life. We fell in love the moment we saw you, Milton, just like Mom Emily did. We send you love, purrs, prayers and the POTP. Astrid sends Sampy all her love and a kiss for every star in the sky. XOCK,, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo

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  12. Rhonda says

    July 13, 2016 at 2:12 pm

    Sweet, sweet baby. Thank you.

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  13. da tabbies o trout towne says

    July 13, 2016 at 2:16 pm

    dood… we see a wee tinee kitten with an M on his forehead; sew de name MILTON total lee werkz…..we noe… that ewe noe… that yur mom N dad noe…… ewe iz bee yond kewl…..a most happee gotcha day buddy & de manee manee manee blessingz oh St Francis two ewe that ya haz 900 MOR gotcha dayz…ya gotta beef up tho dood sew make sure ya start out on trout ….& welcome ta blogland ~~~~~~~~ ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

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  14. Brian Frum says

    July 13, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    That is just the best thing ever and y’all rock! Welcome home Milton, you are as cute as can be sweet boy!

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  15. Silver from the Dash Kitten Crew says

    July 13, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    Ohhh Welcome Milton! Welcome indeed little lad – you have the Best. Home. Ever. unless you want to come and visit us in New Zealand……. 🙂 Fight hard – grow strong and we look forward to seeing you grow bigger, taller and stronger!!!

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  16. Tenacious Little Terrier says

    July 13, 2016 at 3:36 pm

    He looks so sweet and he’s landed in a great home! Welcome little guy.

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  17. Christine Caplan says

    July 13, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    Thank you for saving this sweet little munchkin – every animals deserves a second chance and thanks to people like you, they get them. What a sweet little face!! I’m sure a lot of joy has entered your house since bringing Milton home!

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  18. The Swiss Cats says

    July 13, 2016 at 4:14 pm

    What a cute special guy ! He couldn’t have found a better home ! Purrs

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  19. prancer pie says

    July 13, 2016 at 4:17 pm

    Welcome Milton! You certainly won the lottery when you got your new furever family!

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  20. Sweet Purrfections says

    July 13, 2016 at 5:07 pm

    Milton – you’ve found the purrfect forever home!

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  21. Sometimes Cats Herd You says

    July 13, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    Oh, Milton, you really are a special little kitty, and you have the purrfect family to care for you!

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  22. Scout Charles says

    July 13, 2016 at 5:26 pm

    Bless you mom Emily for your loving heart. Milton is such lucky fur baby to have you to care for him. He could not have found a better family to give him the best chance at life.
    Thank you for all you do .
    Hugs…Charles and his mom

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  23. The Feline Contingent says

    July 13, 2016 at 5:48 pm

    Mrrp? Meow! PurrPurrPurrPurr…

    My clowdermates and I are furry happy to hear Milton got a onetruehome.

    I am a senior nurse cat and very clean. Does Milton need a wash?

    Lilith Kitten Mahoney, Age 15
    Nurse Cat
    The Feline Contingent

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  24. Cathy Keisha says

    July 13, 2016 at 5:57 pm

    Dear Milton, you don’t know yet how lucky you are. You’ve survived the worst of your life and now things will be looking up for you. You will grow bigger and stronger and will learn love like no other kitty before you. Welcome home, little dood.

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  25. Dusty Desert Dogs says

    July 13, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    aww such a sweet tiny baby kitten he looks like he is going to have a wonderful life with you.

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  26. The Island Cats says

    July 13, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    Oh Milton! You’re in such good hands now. We’re purring for you.

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  27. ATCAD - Socks, Scylla,Chimera,Yin,Yang, Fenris & Tuiren says

    July 13, 2016 at 8:54 pm

    Milton, you have found a wonderful family and you are going to be so LOVED. We are sending tons of healing purrs and lots of love your way so you can enjoy each and every day you have with them.

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  28. The Daily Pip says

    July 13, 2016 at 9:39 pm

    Oh Milton is such a cutie. Before BlogPaws we volunteered at Best Friends with some special needs kitties, including Connor who has Manx Syndrome, too. I had never heard of the condition before. Conner kind of hopped sideways instead of walking and was such a sweetheart. Glad Milton is safe and sound with you.

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  29. Ellen Pilch says

    July 13, 2016 at 9:41 pm

    Welcome home Milton. I am sure with your love, he will thrive.

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  30. PAWESOME CATS says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    Welcome home Milton – the power of love is strong and you couldn’t have found a more loving home. We’re purring for a happy and healthy life for you!

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  31. The DIY Dog Mom says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:30 pm

    Congratulations! And Welcome Milton!

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  32. LP says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:33 pm

    We fell in love with you the moment we saw you too Milton.! We are so happy you are with such a special and loving family. Now all you need to do is keep thriving and eating and growing and thriving and eating and growing because the love part is all taken care of 🙂

    the critters in the cottage xo

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  33. FiveSibesMom says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:45 pm

    Milton is such a sweetie! Welcome home!

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  34. meowmeowmans says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:51 pm

    We already love little Milton. Bless you for adopting this special dude. We can’t think of a better forever home. 🙂

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  35. Carol Bryant says

    July 14, 2016 at 1:09 am

    My heart is so happy. What a wonderful adoption and congrats on your new baby!

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  36. Sam says

    July 14, 2016 at 5:50 am

    Emily bless your heart……Milton is the luckiest little guy in the world to be part of your loving family. No matter where his little road takes him, he will be surrounded with love. I hope he rallies and thrives and knows the joy of being WANTED and loved instead of thrown away and discarded. I shed some happy tears reading about Milton and I’m looking forward to updates and seeing him grow big and strong…….

    Love, Pam (and Sammy too)

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  37. Beth Patterson says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:06 am

    I’m glad that Milton found a great home! Congratulations to all of you and thanks to the person who found him in a dumpster and took him to a shelter, the rescue group and his foster mom!

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  38. Sadie says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:22 am

    He is a lucky kitten. What a beautiful welcome for him.

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  39. Annabelle says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:31 am

    We tried to comment yesterday but got a message error (500) so it didn’t take.
    WE are so happy : bless you bless you bless you and welcome dear Milton.

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  40. Talent Hounds says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:48 am

    Crying here. Milton is one lucky little fellow now after such a rough start. He has found the perfect home full of love.

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  41. Dolly the Doxie says

    July 14, 2016 at 12:54 pm

    Lucky for Milton what short life he may have will be filled with love and affection. Love Dolly

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  42. Cathy Armato says

    July 14, 2016 at 12:56 pm

    What a beautiful post! I’m so happy for Milton that he found someone with such an enormous heart. People like you are the diamond gems of animal welfare! Wishing Milton all the love & happiness he can hold.
    Love & Biscuits,
    Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them

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  43. Lola The Rescued Cat says

    July 14, 2016 at 2:58 pm

    Oh hi, Milton! Aren’t you the cutest little thing! You sure did adopt the right family, because you will get lots of love and the best care. We are sending purrs to you.

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  44. Kwee Cats and Art says

    July 15, 2016 at 9:32 am

    Awww, welcome home for sure, Milton! We send you hugs and love and kitty kisses – to you and your wonderful Mom and family.

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