Tag: Benji

Cats and Crows from the Office

Benji and I are in the office. He’s paying attention to the crows out front. They’re getting materials for nesting, twigs and soft materials like this. I watch the pair wishing them good luck. I notice Benji has disappeared and I hear some commotion… Continue Reading “Cats and Crows from the Office”

A Conversation with Benji in Quarantine

“When’s it gonna end, Sue?” “What’s that Benji?” “This confinement. It’s getting on my nerves.” “It’s only been a week Benji.  Besides. You’re not in quarantine.” “But you are Sue. And it feels longer in cat years.” “I suppose it does Benji. But it… Continue Reading “A Conversation with Benji in Quarantine”

The Cats Call Me Sue

My name is Susanne but I never heard it growing up, except on the first day of school when the teacher did roll call. “It’s Susie,’ I replied and so it was until I began working at Prudential Mutual Savings Bank in downtown Seattle.… Continue Reading “The Cats Call Me Sue”

The Trouble with Benji

The little boy was everywhere this morning and being rather troublesome as only he can be. He started out on my lap but when I got up he’d taken over the chair. I reclaimed it but he pestered me by using it as a… Continue Reading “The Trouble with Benji”

It’s Leap Year – So Let’s Leap!

Happy February 29th! ~ Susanne

Playful Benji

It goes without saying that I miss the boys whenever I’m away and I’m certain they miss me too. So I need to make it up to them as best I can. Tiger is happy with a good scratching but Benji wants to play.… Continue Reading “Playful Benji”

A Story of Tiger and Benji

“We need to talk, Sue.” “Sure Tiger, what is it?” “It’s the boy, Sue. He won’t leave me alone.” “I understand Tiger.  I’m having the same problem.” “Really?” he asked. “You too?” “Oh yes, me too!   Benji insists on joining me at my… Continue Reading “A Story of Tiger and Benji”

Summer Wishes

As winter drags on and spring seems out of reach I’m already wishing for summer so I can revel in the garden soak in the sunshine and rest in the shade by the stream. For Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge, Summer Scenes. ~ Susanne

Moments with Benji

I heard him singing from the landing this morning, bright eyed and bushy tailed. “What are you doing up there Benji?” I asked. “I’m bored, Sue. There’s nothing to do.” “Why don’t you go outside and play?” “Too cold, Sue.” “But you had a… Continue Reading “Moments with Benji”

Somebody’s Ready for Monday

“C’mon Sue! Let’s play!” “Oh Benji, it’s Monday. And it’s too early besides. Why don’t you go outside to play.” “Please, Sue. It’s too cold out there.” “Okay Benji. But just a few minutes.” “Okay, I’m ready! Go!” “Faster Sue. Faster!” ‘You’re a wildcat… Continue Reading “Somebody’s Ready for Monday”