Artie’s Apology
While we’ve been working in the office, the guest bed that is usually in that room has been leaning on end in the hallway. Artie figured out that the top of the mattress was an comfortable and hidden place for … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Cats
And then there was one
In 1985 Lori and I bought our condo, and one of the first things we did was go out and get some kitties. Three in fact, Fred, Lucy and Ethel. We lost Ethel after she was hit by a car, … Continue reading →
He Finally Figured It Out
Trevor, our part time cat, first showed up at our house in the fall of 2002. We call him our part time cat because he’ll show up religiously every day for a few days, and then we won’t see him … Continue reading →
Ricky’s Toy Grasshopper
Lori left for Paula’s house today, so I get to play bachelor for the next three days. Woohoo! Oh I’m sorry, the correct response is: “Boy I’m going to miss her”. I’m most likely to spend the weekend cleaning my … Continue reading →
And More Paint
The right bay window is nearing completion and the scaffolding came away. Next on the list is reparing the panels under the windows. The trim that is still green isn’t original. I’m guessing that after the earthquake the trim on … Continue reading →
Are you my mommy?
I had to go to Petrolia today to drop off some photos, and on the way out of town I came across this calf and cat in the field together. The cat was following the calf around the field and … Continue reading →
Rocky
We stayed at Derek’s house while we were down there and after ignoring us the first night, Rocky finally realized that the his owners were gone and if he wanted some pets, we were it. While Lori was showering he … Continue reading →
Artie, The Magician
You know those magic tricks where the magician shows you an empty box, and then closes the door. A few magic words are spoken, the door is opened, and a leggy blonde emerges? Well we had something similar happen in … Continue reading →
Glad I Had A Camera Handy
Without the photographic proof, Lori would have never believed this if I told her that Meg and Artie were peacefully sleeping together in the same bed. Usually if these two get close to each other they start doing an impression … Continue reading →
Sacked out kitties
I was working late tonight. Everyone else was on the futon. Lori enjoying her Harry Potter book, and the kitties all doing what they do best.
Continue reading →Vole
The average vole only lives 3-6 months, and with Artie around, that can be reduced significantly. He’s been a hunting terror lately so we decided we’d keep track for the month. So far, this was the second kill of the … Continue reading →
Rescue Effort
Artie came in the house today with his normal successful hunt meow. When I turned around to see what he had caught this time I saw that it was a hummingbird and it was still alive. I got it out … Continue reading →
Artie the Destroyer
I was sitting on the couch watching TV when Artie came in and went into the kitchen. That’s his usual behavior because that’s where the food bowl is. Meg jumped off the couch and went over and stared at him. … Continue reading →
Artie’s New Bed
As the nights start getting colder, Lori felt sorry for Artie. Meg and Ricky usually sleep all curled up together, but Meg is not about to share her warmth with some cat that didn’t eminate from her womb. So Artie … Continue reading →
Class Clown
Artie has taken over the position of class clown that Ricky used to hold. Today’s entertainment was him trying to jump on the back of my chair while I was sitting in front of the computer working. He missed and … Continue reading →
Housing Crunch
There’s a lot of places in our house for a comfortable nap if you’re a cat. But apparently this one must be pretty special, as Meg and Ricky both decided to spend the afternoon here.
Continue reading →Warning
There is speculation that pets can provide warning about earthquakes. Not true. If that were the case, Lori, would have been able to go change into some clothes that would have provided more protection. As it was she was wearing … Continue reading →
One Down
Today after work Lori and I completed our digging, sifting, and amending, and then finally just as the last light was fading, the orange azelea was planted. Artie signed off on our work and wasted no time christening his new … Continue reading →
Planting Rhodies – Phase 1
There are two things that are almost required for living in Ferndale. First, you should have a dog in your pickup truck. Second, you should have a least one rhododendron planted in your front yard. Since it will be awhile … Continue reading →
Artie’s New Chair
Paula came to visit last weekend and left a couple of her folding camp chairs. Artie immediately realized how well the black and red of the chair looks so well with the black and white of his fur, and so … Continue reading →
Down and Out
Last week I had what seemed to be a cold, and just as it seemed like I was getting over that I came down with the flu that’s also been making its way around the county. Spent a couple days … Continue reading →
Valley Lumber Kitties
This pair of kitties was recently adopted by Valley Lumber as shop cats. I guess they’re taking their work seriously and now perform full safety inspections of the work vehicles each morning. Checking the tread depth is dangerous work, but … Continue reading →
Mother & Son
Every once in awhile we have to post a kitty picture, because, well, they’re just so cute. Ricky still likes taking a nap with his mom every once in awhile, and what better place than in front of a sunny … Continue reading →
Lazy Sunday
ust another picture of the cats doing what they do best. While they were being lazy, I spent more time with the chain saw cutting the willow tree into smaller and smaller pieces.
Continue reading →Working in the Garden
oday was a nice day to be outside working in the garden. Or not. Artie figured that if it is called a raised bed, it must be a nice place for a nap.
Continue reading →Artie Kicking Back
Here is an example of why I’m really having fun with my new pocket camera. I didn’t have to risk disturbing Artie to get this picture. I just reached down to my hip, unholstered my W10, and shot him. Times … Continue reading →
The Cat Box
Look what the UPS guy brought today! Artie found the packaging materials made excellent pillows, but then he’s a very relaxed cat and could probably sleep anywhere. I picked up the whole box and brought it into the TV room … Continue reading →
Cleaning Up My Dump
Construction on my long delayed garage remodel is finally supposed to start this week. That meant I had to clean up the wood pile that had been building in the area in front of it. Took me the whole weekend, … Continue reading →
Meg’s Christmas Toy
Something unusual today, it didn’t rain. Felt pretty nice and we even had the sun out for awhile. We got Linda’s package, and my stocking included some cat toys. Meg and Artie took an instant liking to them, but Meg … Continue reading →
Artie’s Feast
Artie saw all of us making pigs of ourselves all weekend, so he decided on having his own feast. He caught one of the biggest gophers I’ve seen in our yard and quickly devoured most of it. And then came … Continue reading →
Farty Artie
When Artie first came to visit our house, he had a wound on his tail, and it never really healed. Last week it seemed like it was getting infected, so we took him to the vet, and while he was … Continue reading →