Tag: Cats

Insights from Tiger and Benji and other cat stories

Let Sleeping Cats Lie

My sweet Benji. ~ Susanne

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”

Don’t Look Now, But I’ve Been Tagged!

I love a good blog challenge, so when I was tagged by John Rieber, to participate in ‘Tag, you’re it,’ I gladly entered in! ‘What’s it all about?’ ‘Just answer the questions, ma’am, so folks can get to know you better.’ ‘Sure,’ I said,… Continue Reading “Don’t Look Now, But I’ve Been Tagged!”

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”

My Sweet Benji

That is all. ~ Susanne

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”

Benji from the Box

Nothing to see here. Just a cat in a box. ~ Susanne & Benji

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”

Benji and the Vole

I’ve never been happier to see a vole disposed of. Especially when my newly tri-pawed cat did the job. If you are sensitive to this sort of thing, read no further, I understand. Benji has healed up nicely from his surgery and we are… Continue Reading “Benji and the Vole”

A Conversation with Tiger – concerning Benji

“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”