Category: Cats
Insights from Tiger and Benji and other cat stories
Posted on June 24, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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Happy Caturday from the boys! ~ Susanne
Posted on June 19, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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It’s a bit of a dilemma as both call my backyard, home. They come as they please, my feathered friends, the regulars and seasonal visitors. They find shelter, water, food, and many, a nesting place. The furry residents call the same domain their kingdom.… Continue Reading “Feathered and Furry Friends”
Posted on June 3, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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It’s good to be back home in the Northwest, especially in my garden, where everything is lush and green. The cats are happy too. I’m ready to plant the catmint, yarrow, lavender, and salvia in the last empty garden bed, but not before Benji… Continue Reading “Saturday Caturday in the Garden”
Posted on May 21, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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Inside Outside Anywhere he wants. Inspired by Sunday Stills, Pets and Playgrounds. ~ Susanne
Posted on May 3, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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Benji is sleeping. – Susanne
Posted on April 22, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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My blog, that’s what! Seven years ago, I published my first post on CATS and TRAILS and GARDEN TALES. I’ve mostly stayed true to my vision – to share stories of my cats, travels, hikes, and gardens – though I admit I’m increasingly focused… Continue Reading “What Lasts Seven Years?”
Posted on April 14, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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I have an empty garden bed. It’s empty because the boys use it to sleep in. “It’s a bed, isn’t it?” asks Tiger. “What else is it for?” adds Benji. “Right, but you already use the other beds. Give me a chance, with this… Continue Reading “Catnip Conundrum”
Posted on April 11, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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I said these words to our two feline residents and they were puzzled. “What’s a pet?” asked Benji. “Um, well,” I replied, a bit startled by the look in his eyes. “According to the dictionary it’s a tamed animal kept for companionship.” “Tamed?” questioned… Continue Reading “It’s April 11th – Happy National Pet Day!”
Posted on April 7, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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After a long, cold winter, we have now settled into a typical rainy spring. The garden is loving it and new plants are being thoroughly watered in. Cats seek shelter wherever they can find it, if they are willing to go out at all.… Continue Reading “Cats Seeking Shelter in the Rainy Northwest and Baseball – Revisited!”
Posted on April 5, 2023
by Susanne Swanson
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“Sometimes I don’t think I know you, Benji.” “What do you mean, Sue?” “I mean you there – up on the roof. It’s unnerving. Please come down.” “Relax, Sue. I gotta keep an eye on things. Who else is going to do it?” “I… Continue Reading “Benji – from the Roof”