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Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
After the promised high temperatures enjoyed their run for little more than 24 hours, they left abruptly and thunder and lightning and heavy rain took their place. We sat inside, watching and listening, occasionally poking our head out to see the jagged spires light up the sky. After… Continue Reading “After the Rain”
While waiting for my coffee to brew this morning I took a quick walk through the garden. The dew was still fresh everywhere and I found the Lady’s Mantle covered in jewels. I also found this handsome Tiger sleeping. Maybe that’s why they call… Continue Reading “A Tiger in the Garden”
Another cold and rainy day in the Pacific Northwest and a Monday besides. Though all things are green in the garden, work will have to wait. We have been promised a day of sunshine this week and are hoping the promise is not vain. Tucked… Continue Reading “Rainy Days and Mondays”
I woke up this morning to the sound of another torrential downpour and after much consideration over a steaming latte decided I would not be deterred. There would be enough breaks in the rain and places to shelter; I would proceed with plans to work in the… Continue Reading “Working in the Garden on a Rainy Morning”
We finally have a few days with no rain in the forecast so it is time for some serious spring gardening. My goal today is to prepare the beds for planting and for this work I am joined by my faithful assistant Benji. We focus our… Continue Reading “Gardening with Benji and Tiger”
“Okay boys,” I said. “Spring is here and it’s a sunny day. I’d like to get a few shots of you two in the garden, okay?” “Fine by me,” says Tiger. “How about this?” “Perfect,” I say. “Alright with me’” says Benji. “How’s this?”… Continue Reading “Kittie Photo Shoot in the Garden”
Rain, rain, rain. Relentless, record-breaking, rain. For the day, for the month, and the year. What would it be to go outside, for feet to stay dry? To hear quiet and birdsong or nothing at all? But wait! Listen! What is it? Go and see before… Continue Reading “One March day in Seattle”
Is it the jet lag, time change or bad weather? Usually, I’m ready for home after vacation, this time not so much. I had gotten used to slow mornings, lazy days, and beach walks. Sunshine, palm trees, and playing in ocean waves. Goodbye Maui… Continue Reading “Gray skies and post vacation doldrums..”
I woke up too early this morning and after a few restless hours ventured outside as the sun was peeking through the woods, painting everything with a rosy glow. Tiger was pleased to join me. ~ Susanne
I was drawn into the frozen garden this morning by the promise of deep color behind. But the brilliance lasts only moments and before I could get my camera it was gone…So I only managed to capture the ordinary… Still there was enough promise for the… Continue Reading “Ordinary Promise”
Cats and Trails and Garden Tales 