Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
Posted on November 23, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
“Bob’s going to need his belt, Benji. You’ll have to move.” “But just for the record, you wear it well.” Happy Caturday from Benji and Susanne.
Category: CatsTags: Benji, Cat stories, Cats, Saturday Caturday, Sleeping Cats
Posted on November 16, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
This is Benji and I’ve always been a dreamer and though the path has not always been easy in my dreams, I still soar! Three legs or four. ~ Susanne and Benji
Category: CatsTags: Benji, Cat stories, Cats, tripawd
Posted on October 21, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
“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”
Posted on July 24, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
“Thanks, Tiger.” “Sure, Sue. For what?” “For being so accommodating these past few months. I’ve had to spend so much time with Benji (understandably so) I feel like I’ve neglected you.” “No problem, Sue. He always was high maintenance. Even before his mishap.” “I… Continue Reading “A Conversation with Tiger – concerning Benji”
Posted on June 5, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
Okay everyone, this is Tiger and I have something to say. I have it pretty good here, indoors and out; the food, the sleeping arrangements, the toys, I can’t complain. The humans that live here are great too and I guess you could say… Continue Reading “Not the same Species – A Story from Tiger Long Ago”
Posted on May 6, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
It’s Monday morning and I’m ready for work. I check my inbox as my first order of business. “Excuse me, Benji, but that can’t be comfortable.” “Actually, Sue, it is. But thanks for checking.” “That’s fine, Benji but you’re in my way. Can’t you… Continue Reading “What’s in my Inbox?”
Category: CatsTags: Benji, Cat stories, Cats, Office humor, Pets
Posted on January 26, 2024 by Susanne Swanson
“Good morning, Benji. Just wanted to thank you for your cooperation.” “Who, me? What for, Sue?” “I think you know, Benj, but I’ll spell it out for you anyway. For using the new post.” “Oh, that? Not to worry, Sue. My middle name is… Continue Reading “Benji and the New Post”
Category: CatsTags: Benji, Cat Behavior, Cat stories, Cats
Posted on October 14, 2023 by Susanne Swanson
Seven years ago we brought Benji home as a companion for Tiger; Tiger was skeptical to say the least, and demanded the following be put in writing: “Sue has confirmed that I shall retain #1 Feline status which means that Benji must needs be… Continue Reading “You’ve Come A Long Way, Boys!”
Category: CatsTags: Benji, Cat stories, Cats, Introducing Cats, Saturday Caturday, Tiger
Posted on April 11, 2023 by Susanne Swanson
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!”
Category: CatsTags: Benji, Cat photos, Cat stories, national pet day, Tiger
Posted on April 7, 2023 by Susanne Swanson
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!”
Category: Cats, GardensTags: baseball, Blogging problems, Cat stories, Cats, Pacific Northwest, Rain, Seattle, seattle mariners, Spring