Tag: Cats
cats, kittens, and all things feline
Posted on March 26, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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“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”
Posted on March 20, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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“Hey boys, can you stop what you’re doing for a minute? I’d like to get some pictures for your portfolios.” “Can’t you see we’re busy Sue??” “It will only take a minute Tiger. Just one good headshot. That’s all I need.” “Okay, okay, how’s… Continue Reading “Photoshoot in the Garden with Tiger and Benji”
Posted on March 11, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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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”
Posted on March 3, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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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”
Posted on February 29, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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Happy February 29th! ~ Susanne
Posted on February 24, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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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”
Posted on February 3, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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“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”
Posted on January 29, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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Tiger reminded me that I have not posted anything from him for quite some time. (Sorry Tiger.) So here’s a picture of the handsome one doing what he does best. And again in his own words, from the earliest days of this blog in… Continue Reading “Never Wake a Sleeping Tiger – Refrain”
Posted on January 23, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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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
Posted on January 21, 2020
by Susanne Swanson
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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”