Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
Tag: Tiger
Feathered and Furry Friends
It’s a bit of a dilemma as both call my backyard, home. They come as they please, my feathered friends, the regulars and seasonal visitors. They find shelter, water, food, and many, a nesting place. The furry residents call the same domain their kingdom.… Continue Reading “Feathered and Furry Friends”
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What Lasts Seven Years?
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?”
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Catnip Conundrum
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”
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It’s April 11th – Happy National Pet Day!
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!”
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Happy Spring in the Garden and the Finches are Courting!
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!”
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Saturday Caturday – Happy Birthday, Tiger!
“Really Sue? It’s my birthday? How old am I?” “You’re 15 years old, Tiger! If you believe the charts, that makes you 76 in people years!” “Wow! No wonder I’m so tired!” “That’s okay, Tiger! That’s the great part about getting older! You can… Continue Reading “Saturday Caturday – Happy Birthday, Tiger!”
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It’s Springtime in the Garden and You know what that Means
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
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Remembering – A Promise to Tiger
This happened once, not so long ago…. “Tiger, I need to talk to you.” “Sure Sue, what is it?” “I wanted to let you know that Benji and I won a spot in the International Cat Care Calendar for 2020.” “So I heard.” “I… Continue Reading “Remembering – A Promise to Tiger”
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A Conversation with Tiger and Benji – Over the Hump
“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”
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A Conversation with Tiger
“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”
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