Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
My blog, that’s what! Seven years ago, I published my first post on CATS and TRAILS and GARDEN TALES. I’ve mostly stayed true to my vision – to share stories of my cats, travels, hikes, and gardens – though I admit I’m increasingly focused… Continue Reading “What Lasts Seven Years?”
I have an empty garden bed. It’s empty because the boys use it to sleep in. “It’s a bed, isn’t it?” asks Tiger. “What else is it for?” adds Benji. “Right, but you already use the other beds. Give me a chance, with this… Continue Reading “Catnip Conundrum”
Spring has finally arrived in the Great Northwest after a cold and rainy winter. We got a head start over the weekend when we hit 60 degrees for the first time since last November. It was worth waiting for. There’s much to be done… Continue Reading “Happy Spring in the Garden and the Finches are Courting!”
If you’re Benji – “Let’s get at it, Sue! There’s work to be done!” If you’re Tiger – “Have at it, boy!” “I’ll just take some time to smell the flowers.” Which one are you? ~ Susanne
“I’m concerned about you Sue,” said Tiger. “What he said,” chimed in Benji. “That’s interesting, boys. I’ve been worried about you too! “ “You – worried about us? Why??” “I had to ignore you! And didn’t know how you’d handle it. But I want… Continue Reading “A Conversation with Tiger and Benji – Over the Hump”
“Good morning, Tiger. Don’t look so alarmed. There will be no trip to the vet today” “Sorry, Sue.” “We were doing it for you, Tiger. Because we care about you. Just a short ride. A quick checkup. It would have been fine. “ “But… Continue Reading “A Conversation with Tiger”
After much consideration, I’ve removed the re-blog button from my blog. For reasons I can’t explain, I’ve never been comfortable seeing one of my posts on another blogger’s site. I don’t know why, maybe it’s a control thing. I left the PressThis button, which… Continue Reading “Goodbye Re-blog Button”