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Perry J. Greenbaum 🇨🇦 🦜's avatar

Jasper Kitten taking tender care of Finnegan with the broken wing might seem so unusual. Yet Arya the Cockatiel says this is typical and normal in the non-human animal world. I must agree with my avian companion.

It is not about competition; it certainly is not about money; it is about care and cooperation. It is about truth and justice. Arya and I are so heartened to read that the captives have been freed, and they will all receive rehab and healing from the harm done to them.

It looks as if the detectives are closing in on the slavemasters, who will soon be caught and justice will be served.

Thank you, Heidi.🕊🦜🐦

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Perry and Arya! Many of your own comments and themes of cooperation and freedom have factored into this story. We thank you furever. 3 more chapters to go and the Critters will reach the conclusion. A gift for the holidays. Thank you as always for your readership and for being here with us as Jasper Kitten and his Agency crack this case for good, for truth and justice, for freedom.:)

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April Whalley's avatar

Brilliant episode! Such excitement. GET HIM team!!!

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Animal kingdom

Crimes must be paid for in full

Perps run but can't hide!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, April! I luvluvluv this Haiku! What a wonderful contribution you have made to the detective story with these! We have a few more chapters to go. We’re planning the second book for a January start.:)

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April Whalley's avatar

Such a great concept you have come up with Heidi, so much fun to read!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, it’s so encouraging to know you feel that way about the story.

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mitch's avatar

Well hello to Sgt Detective JoJo . Welcome to the agency . Great story Heidi . Hugs and pets to all the young and older fur babies . Love the story .

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Mitch! When Jojo wakes up from his nap, I'll let him know! So happy to have you here with us and sending healing vibes. Take good care.:)

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mitch's avatar

Thanks Heidi and of course Jojo .Lucy and I send our love to all .

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Many thanks to you, Mitch & Lucy.:)

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Lois Thomson Bowersock's avatar

Sgt. Det. JoJo, this is Emily, Whew! I am so glad you are safe. This is such a dangerous mission. Please be careful. You and I are the same age, so I know how hard you are working to be working with the Canine Unit. Remember, I can send my strong younger brother William to help you and he's been training Travis the Pup as well. Be careful, JoJo. Watch out for the Nefarious Perp!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Emily and the entire Bowersock Hound Household, including Lois! This is Sgt. Det. Jojo at your service. Please, stand by. Developments are taking place behind the scenes. I will issue my full report soon. 3 chapters to go with lots of lights, cameras and action! Yours truly and with complete and utter loyalty, Jojo.

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Diana van Eyk's avatar

Pretty exciting! I can hardly wait to hear how it all ends! Thanks, Heidi and critters, for a thrilling read.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Diana! We so appreciate having you with us for the duration! I've been catching up on your articles today.:)

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Diana van Eyk's avatar

Thanks, Heidi. It sounds like you've been really busy, so I appreciate your making the time.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

I finished my course work for the Oregon Naturalist Program, including the final exam! Will post more about it for Furever Friday at Critters.:) Viewing a number of your articles in one day was really a great way to see a series of your artwork. Beautiful!

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Diana van Eyk's avatar

Thanks, Heidi! And good for you on completing your Oregon Naturalist Program course. I hope you get to relax a little bit for the festive season.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Diana! It's definitely time to come up for air.:)

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James Freitas's avatar

Another excellent chapter! Always a thrill to get caught up and be left eagerly awaiting another chapter!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, James! We really appreciate you staying with us for the unfolding story! We've got a few more chapters to go for the Critters to fully crack the case. And then! We're planning on a new story in the New Year.:)

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Michael's avatar

OMG! Can the critters catch the N.F. and his clownish cohort at last? Will the door hold? We just have to wait for the next installment!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Michael! Yes. The suspense is incredible! The Critters are on it and thank you for staying tuned. The end!

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Neil Barker's avatar

I like the direction of the story, Heidi. I enjoyed the meeting of Jojo and the crew. One last case for Jojo before retirement!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Neil! Jojo will be blazing new trails with the Agency. Thank you so much for being here with us!

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