Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
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Tag: Benji
My Sleepy Benji
It’s a cold and rainy day in the Great Northwest and Benji is hunkered down inside. His eyelids are getting heavy…. Can’t hold out much longer…. Closing with a flourish. Happy Caturday from Susanne and Benji.
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Back from NYC – A Conversation with the Cats
“We really missed you, Sue.” “I know you did, Benji. I can tell. I missed you too.” “You did, Sue? Honest?” “Well, sure I did, Benji. I don’t think I saw a single cat in New York City. Lots of dogs though.” “You’re kidding,… Continue Reading “Back from NYC – A Conversation with the Cats”
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From Sketchers to Starbucks
He’d worn out the Sketchers box though Bob tried taping it back together. Time to buy another pair of shoes or find another box. “Don’t worry, Sue, it’s fine.” “I’ll make do.” “It’s still great for napping.” Starbucks to the rescue. “How’s that, Benji?”… Continue Reading “From Sketchers to Starbucks”
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Pileated Woodpecker – a Visitation
“It’s a woodpecker!” Bob saw him in the backyard and called me to come quickly with my camera. (He knows me well.) And not any woodpecker, a Pileated Woodpecker, the largest in North America, a flaming, red-topped beauty. I didn’t want to miss the… Continue Reading “Pileated Woodpecker – a Visitation”
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Benji’s New Stairs
“Just for you, Benji.” “What’s that, Sue?” “The new stairs.” “Oh that! About time! I appreciate it!” Benji has always had a perch in my office and had no trouble getting to it with all fours. But now as a tripod, he can’t jump… Continue Reading “Benji’s New Stairs”
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Eight Years with Benji
“How time flies when you’re having a good time, right Benji?” “I always have a good time, Sue! What exactly do you mean?” “I can’t believe it’s already been eight years since we brought you home from Seattle Humane. You were so tiny then!… Continue Reading “Eight Years with Benji”
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Lessons from Benji and Musings on Fall
“Benji, you’re amazing.” “Why do you say that, Sue?” “Because, you haven’t let your accident define you.” “What accident?” he asked. “You know. The one that … um.. damaged your leg. Did you forget something’s missing?” “I guess I did! Look at me run… Continue Reading “Lessons from Benji and Musings on Fall”
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