daphne’s Story

This tiny bundle of love came into my life 16 years ago, and has been an extension of my physical form ever since. She is my heart, and I love her more than anything in this world, and it makes me physically ill to even think about what I have to write next…

What we *hoped* was an ear infection (or a polyp at worst) turned out to be a tumour in her middle ear… encroaching on her brain. As I write this (April 3, 2025), we are waiting for our oncology appointment in the coming weeks but the CT scan last week showed us pretty much the worst-case scenario-turned-reality. Despite this, she’s still playful and snuggly with her only symptoms being a bit of a head tilt and occasional shake. Her quality of life is number one.

At this time, I honestly have no idea what can be done, but I have to do anything and everything I can. This sweet little 8 lbs cat has been my neckwarmer, my emotional-support-cat, and my little spoon since the beginning. But even if…  …..

Regardless of what our oncology assessment reveals, I am drowning in vet bills already. She’s worth every cent and whatever it takes, but my bank account ain’t that deep. 

So here we are.

As it happens, one of her more commonly used nicknames just so happens to be Daphidoodles… so there’s no better name to call this art-fundraising-drive.

By ordering a doodle of your pet, you are helping me save mine…. or at the very least, helping cover costs of a diagnosis to best keep her comfortable and happy.

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