It's springtime! Of course, here in California we've had a long, hot drought, so sunshine is not what has brought that transition about. We finally got some rain! The grass turned green and grew up past Max's head over night! I love the fresh, earthy smell after the rain, so we just had to get out in it. I am definitely not the only … [Read more...]
Where’s Rocco? WANTED Cat on the Run
Those of you who were dying of suspense have probably passed on by now, so I don't know why I'm bothering to tell the story now, finally! But, here it is.. Two weeks ago today I was sleep deprived after the first time ever that Rocco did not come home. That's right, Rocco was MISSING!! He's never not … [Read more...]
Poem to Cats that Want Out, In, Out?
Oh, cats who want to come in... You meowed at the door for an hour or more to get out into the wet yard. You could have gone round to the dog door and found that your way there never is barred. Rather you would harass your dear human lass so she never can become bored. Just a few moments pass and you're back at the glass looking ever so sad and … [Read more...]
Monday Matters- Why Help Feral Cats?
Welcome to Monday Matters where I aim to spread awareness to help important causes and where you can start your week off right by making a difference each Monday, even if that is just to pin, tweet, or share to pass this information on. I completely missed National Feral Cat Day on Oct 16th! I know..., how can I live with … [Read more...]
Rescue of the Cat from the Demon Birds
Help Me! The days are longer, the sun is shining into the kids' window much later. Upstairs is warmer and it's been harder to get my two little monkeys to mellow out and go to sleep! I just had them all calm and relaxed after a bedtime story or three. We were snuggled up enjoying the sweet quietness (you know I was!) when I heard a very … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Child Servants
Taunting of the Cats- Little Brown Bird Has His Day
We were out of town for a weekend so the cats were on lock down. We left them with plenty of food and water and family came to check on them while we were away, of course. The dog stayed elsewhere. Now, Rascal and Rocco are not super affectionate toward us. They moved in when they were already three years old, so didn't have that bonding time as … [Read more...]