by Gus , the one-eyed cat
Member since:
October 1, 2007

Vote For Me!

October 01, 2007 04:30 PM EDT
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Hello.  Some of you may remember me from Ina's articles. 

 The image “http://media-files.gather.com/images/d577/d394/d744/d224/d96/f3/full.jpg” cannot be displayed, because it contains errors.Yes, I'm Gus.

I was first introduced to all of you here:

 http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.jsp?articleId=281474977034388

You may remember this article where I didn't die:

http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.jsp?articleId=28147497708855

I've heard a lot of grumbling from Ina about the changes on Gather recently.  I feel bad for her and all of her friends.  I thought it was time to bring my special breed of cattitude in to play; spread some joy along with the kitty litter.

I'm throwing my hairball into the ring.  I'm running for Unofficial Mascot of Gather.

As Mascot, I can promise you vision and focus.  Some say I have tunnel vision, but I prefer to think of myself as a cock-eyed optimist.

I promise not to drool on your articles, but that's only because I'm terrified to go in the house near the computer.

I provide equal opportunity for all mice, birds and butterflies to sit near me and laugh  because I can't catch them.  They're all welcome to eat out of my bowl.   

So, vote for me on November 6!  I also offer a free matted chunk of fur with every SASE!

(disclaimer:  If anyone chooses to oppose me, I'll just give up.  I'm a slacker like that.) 
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Comments: 42

I'm Ina Townsend Young.

This is my cat and I approve of this article.
Andrea "slackermom" R. Oct 1, 2007, 4:47pm EDT
With your rugged good looks, you are a shoo-in for mascot.

I'm feeling a little out of sorts today but I'm sure by tomorrow I'll be ready to help with your campaign.
I can't imagine anyone who embodies the spirit of Gather better than you.
Gus , the one-eyed cat Oct 1, 2007, 4:56pm EDT
Thank you, everyone! I must go hide under the slatted chair on the patio, now. It's raining.
Wendy HUSSEIN R. Oct 1, 2007, 5:02pm EDT
I thought you looked familiar.
Wilma M. Oct 1, 2007, 5:23pm EDT
Gus, you have my vote. My cats are voting for you also although I doubt that I will set up alter egos for them. Gussie especially likes your rugged good looks and your name.
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Oct 1, 2007, 5:32pm EDT
Well, of course you have my vote - and at least ten others that I can think of...
Gus is beautiful and I will always vote for him.
lynn a. Oct 1, 2007, 5:49pm EDT
Gus ! It is an honor and a privilege to meet you. You have my vote. And you have the votes of Sadie, Sallie Mae, Zina and Buddy. You also have the votes of my cats, Sassy Cat and Felonious. Good luck. It is truly wonderful to me to get to meet you. Ina has said some wonderful things about you.
flit . Oct 1, 2007, 6:44pm EDT
Yay Gus!

I'd suggest we put him on our shoulders and carry him through the crowds but I doubt he'd care must for that

Note to self - stay out of Gus and Ina's articles during class time - too hard to not laugh out loud
Kris M. Oct 1, 2007, 7:12pm EDT
Spike says to vote for you because you've got like totally bitchin' dreads, dude.

I'll vote for you to run this bloody company.
Gus , the one-eyed cat Oct 1, 2007, 7:43pm EDT
Now I'm worried that one of these humans may try to follow me under the porch. Why do they all like me so much?

Wait. There's one of those black cats with the stripe down his back. I have to go say Hi.
Bonnie S. Oct 1, 2007, 8:15pm EDT
I never met I cat I didn't like, this one makes me like them even more. Gus, you have my vote.
elizabeth e. Oct 1, 2007, 9:09pm EDT
I am Elizabeth
and I too approve this article
and beg not to be deleted!

Gotta love this cat...of course she'll provide vision for Gather....a worthy mascot!
Dame Ruth, Chief Executive Elitist D. Oct 1, 2007, 10:53pm EDT
You have all seven of our votes.
The menagerie of
Kris M. Oct 2, 2007, 12:11am EDT
Gus, how are you on providing vision?
Kathleen ♥ L. Oct 2, 2007, 2:19am EDT
Gus, please be particularly nice to the black cats with stripes down their back... they have a rather pungent way of retaliating for bad behavior!
Gus , the one-eyed cat Oct 2, 2007, 8:24am EDT
Be nice to me. I had a rough night. I was scared by a spider web in the chair on the patio.
lynn a. Oct 2, 2007, 9:50am EDT
GO GUS !

GATHER NEEDS YOU !
Jo C. Oct 2, 2007, 11:25am EDT
I'll vote for you!
The Red Headed Witch of Gather G. Oct 2, 2007, 1:20pm EDT
I'll vote for you Gus!
Gus , the one-eyed cat Oct 2, 2007, 2:19pm EDT
My campaign will begin in the next few days, if I can remember I'm supposed to do that.

If it rains I'll be under that chair with the holes in it until it's over. Then I'll campaign.

Or maybe I'll eat dinner.
Wurdzgurl !!! Oct 2, 2007, 2:28pm EDT
I should sign up Mitzi the tongueless cat.
La Bellota Oct 2, 2007, 4:06pm EDT
I want to adopt Gus. And Mitzi too. So like maybe Gus the Unofficial Gather Mascot can have a First lady mascot?
Kris M. Oct 2, 2007, 4:36pm EDT
I recommend that we make Gus, Mitzi, and Spike the differently abled holy trinity of Gather. One eye, no tongue, three legs, yet they're all holding up pretty well.
Kris, that almost sounds like a plan!
Kris, that's the idea of the day.
Sara S. Oct 2, 2007, 5:21pm EDT
Mr. Kittenpuss would like to offer his services. His talents include sleeping, furniture scratching and being afraid of everything.

On second thought, he prefers to stay home and cheer Gus on between naps.
Deb J. Oct 3, 2007, 9:59pm EDT
Oh, I love you Gus, because I love all cats and have 1 indoor who's name is Orphie and also about 11 outdoor strays, 3 kittens that I feed everyday. Sometimes I barely have enough money left at the end of the month, but my kitties get their good. So, you can always count on me as one of your Gather admirers!!SmileyCentral.com
Lea M. Oct 3, 2007, 11:56pm EDT
Oh, god. You have me rolling on the floor again (this isn't a lie - okay - not on the floor, but you make my diaphragm sore from laughing)

"Some say I have tunnel vision, but I prefer to think of myself as a cock-eyed optimist."

Good grief. Can ANYthing be funnier than Gus? (sorry sweet Gus)

I vote 100% that gather make GUS not only mascot but KING!!!
Gus , the one-eyed cat Oct 4, 2007, 11:19am EDT
What are you talking about, Vicky? I created this myself. Doesn't your dog type?
lynn a. Oct 4, 2007, 11:23am EDT
Account for a cockapoo? I didn't see it. Now I must go find out. Vicky. What have you done?
El Gato Gordo Oct 9, 2007, 8:47pm EDT
You've got my vote.
Michael C. Oct 10, 2007, 5:15pm EDT
You've got my vote, Gus! :-)
Grems 'gremlin' Oct 14, 2007, 9:10pm EDT
Vote for Gus!
Bundy P Oct 15, 2007, 3:04pm EDT
interesting

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