Monthly Archives: September 2019

Thirty years ago this concept would be scoffed at big time. Tattoos on people were even a bit shocking. Only service men and wild women had tattoos—and most of the women hid there’s from view. I was surprised nearly forty-five … Continue reading →

Is your cat a kid magnet? Does she like children? Is she curious when little ones visit? Or does she hide under the bed or under the covers when she hears the pitter patter of little feet? When Lily was … Continue reading →

Everyone with a cat believes he or she is the best or most unique in some way. Lily’s claim to fame is her klepto habit—she carries all sorts of things around in her mouth—money, socks, her toys, paper wads… The … Continue reading →

I wrote a recent post suggesting that when you leave your cat alone, consider providing a security blanket to keep her calm and comfortable. I often toss a recently worn, unwashed garment on the bed for Lily and Sophie. When … Continue reading →

I got this shot of Annie-kitten (from next door) with a life-size replica of a dog. Annie didn’t seem to know at first that it was actually made of cement. I recall once wearing a t-shirt with a large screen-print … Continue reading →

I’ve said before that Lily and Sophie aren’t actually related and they’re not super close. They have a relationship—they seem to care about each other, but they don’t sleep in a sweet snuggle puddle, they don’t lick one another. They … Continue reading →