And Then Manitou Went Home.....

So upset at our household today. The SPCA called and said a woman has "our" cat, and that it was her lost cat! The silly thing went home - a few streets away. After almost 2 months! To a woman who had him unfixed for 2 or 3 years, and the worst was his mattes - rock hard solid masses (that we kept - it was so amazing and horrifying - evidence, you know!) - these mattes were coming off with his skin in areas. I am so upset I can barely speak about it. And a confrontation might be coming - with the original owner, as she did agree that the SPCA give us her number. When he went missing for her, she didn't place an ad in the paper, or put up a notice at the local grocery store as many people do when a pet goes missing. We regularly checked both. You know, you think you're doing the right thing - and then it just seems sometimes that life is just so unfair - big surprise - NOT! AND I have chronic pain it seems - back - knee - chiro for 3 months did nothing. I can hardly walk at times. All in all not a good day, though outside it is glorious summer sun, in my heart all is black and I just want to cry.

A Bit of Summer in Spring

At long last we have been given some warmth and hope that all this snow will eventually leave. Those huge, often dirty piles, even mountains of snow are rapidly melting thanks to the heat wave we are suddenly enjoying. From boots to sandals in a week, and it feels great! Ah yes, roll out those lazy hazy days of summer - just like our Longfellow here - how nice just to lounge in the sun and simply enjoy the warmth.

Don't forget to visit The Friday Ark and then
Carnival of the
Cats on Sunday.

Indoor Garden and Cats

What is more perfect, than cats in gardens? And when we have no garden through the long and snowy winter? Well, I rely on my indoor window garden, graced by numerous amaryllis, kalanchoes, African Violets, and the odd geranium (pelargonium, to be precise) that decides to break its winter dormancy - that is always a lovely surprise, and makes me thankful I didn't compost that plant, but saved it from frost at the last minute. Indeed, saving scraggly geraniums for the next season has often been rewarding, even though space can quickly become a problem.

Here we have Timmy, who you have already met, and of course some more shots of the grand Manitou - who is settling in quite nicely, despite the occasional natterings of the others (mostly, the persnickety Angel).

Ah yes, spring is coming, we can all feel it in the air, and today I saw crocuses on the neighbor's lawn - a welcome sight indeed.

See more lovely and entertaining cats at The Friday Ark and then Carnival of the
Cats on Sunday.

Update on Manitou

Well, it will be two months this weekend that we rescued Manitou (aka Glamour-Puss, Patapouf - sometimes he has a "nom du jour" - good for one day only). Anyway, the current residents are still not exactly the best welcoming committee, but he is so good natured - he seems more perplexed than angry at their continual and various sounds and displays of disapproval. Anyway, here he is looking very comfy and secure.But he did one day escape by accident - ran across the road - onto the neighbour's porch, but happily he was very easy to retrieve (unlike my gang - most run away from me when I try to pick them up outdoors - very odd).

I am a day early, but

be sure to check out The Friday Ark and then Carnival of the Cats on Sunday.

Friday at Home

So, while I slave away at work, here are two of my furries that enjoy the comforts of home, awaiting my return. On the left is Angel (Angelina Jolie, if you please), and on the right Timmy (Tiny Tim, who arrived one Christmas with a lame leg), her ever faithful companion and partner in play. He is the only one she tolerates to "manhandle" her - such a little tart! More details on these two coming up, so stay tuned!

Be sure to check out The Friday Ark and then Carnival of the Cats on Sunday.

The Arrival of Manitou

His name is Manitou, aka GlamourPuss. Here he is in all his golden splendour - it looks as though he is glaring down at one of his "underlings" - he, he - he may find out otherwise!

Here is his story: First time we saw him was over a year ago – he was just visiting – his fur was very matted but nothing like how it was when he came again 2 weeks ago – they were like rocks, poor thing - and coming off with his skin in some spots. He was in a dismal condition – so - we rescued him!! Much to the chagrin of the other furry inhabitants, especially our little black Angel who goes hyper-ballistic when he just looks at her (those females!) He is youngish – the vet said about 2-4 years old – happily he has all his teeth and claws, but sadly for him, he underwent another "procedure" whilst he was under being shaved (it was that bad). So – for 2 weeks his hormones kept raging – howling to go out. He seems to be finally settling down – he LOVES head-butts!! And he just wants to play with the others, but they are soooooo boring - he's wondering if he's entered a kitty retirement home! Hopefully things will settle down – it can get hairy at times!

Charmeur - Amaryllis Blooms for the Holidays

Merry Christmas!

Tiny Tim in Contemplation

Goodbye Sweet Miskymoo