"I said HUNGEEZ!!!!"

Cats, Snow Day

Got the day off on Monday because of snow, so naturally I took a bunch of pictures of the boys. Click on the image to get to the album.

Maybe the best picture I've taken

The Boys

Henri

Ahhh, poor Henri. . .

Kitty TV

There's almost always something on kitty tv thanks to the large bird population taking up residence in the vine outside our kitchen window.



Bonus crazy-time shot. Ruben has been a lot more playful since moving to Norman Ave. He's definitely into the railroad setup. It's so satisfying to seem him acting more like his old quirky (hi-larious) self.

One Year Ago Today

This time last year I was about to begin one of the most devastating nights of my life. Godspeed, little Maxer. You are sorely missed.

I Love These NYC Kitties

From The Times, I've been meaning to post this since I read it in December. The bodega/produce stand kitties are one of my favorite NYC (mainly boroughs?) institutions.

Happy Hanukkah!

So, this year is my first even casual observation of Hanukkah. Having a half-Jewish girlfriend and an all-Jewish cat made it happen I guess. I got some pretty sweet gifts from Rachel's mom: Cabot cheese, rose petal preserves (!) and Vermont maple syrup.

In other holiday news, I got all teary in the pet store the other day whilst buying some food for Nigel, aka Little One. There's a box by the register you can put toys and treats in for shelter kitties for Christmas. Oh my god, did that break my heart. My card had already been run at that point so I didn't contribute but it's in my planner for this week. Poor little homeless kitties! If R ever leaves me I have a feeling I'll turn into what the kids will call "the crazy cat man (who never showers)". I've already got a moth-eaten cardigan, brown slippers and a propensity for beard-growing. . .

In other kitty news, Ruben, aka Jackass, swiped R's hard boiled egg off her plate this morning, took it under the bed to eat it and growled at her when she tried to shoo him out and retrieve the egg. I wasn't home at the time. Taking advantage of the newbie!

Kitties and Turkey

These kitties got down on some turkey, as I guess is already pretty clear. A somewhat bittersweet experience, as I couldn't help but think of my friend Max eating turkey last year. He wasn't really into fresh fish (!) and so wasn't interested in treats from the table. However, he devoured some Thanksgiving turkey last year and it was so satisfying to see him really scarf it down. Oy, do I miss him!

Ruben, food critic

Hmmm, yes, while these beets have a fairly adequate color and the aroma is passable, I don't much think I'll be trying these. I recommend adding some tuna, possibly salmon. Try a little harder next time. This place gets one star and I'm being generous.

Photo Dump

Flight of the Ruben

Kitty Cold

Nigel has a bit of a cold as of yesterday. Little bastard is milking it too. He won't eat his wet or dry food, but he will eat tuna (provided it hasn't been refrigerated) and goat cheese. Bon appetit, little one.

Oh, Maxer

I miss ya so bad. I still get all teary looking at your pictures. . .RIP buddy.

nice

from xkcd

my boys

Fill in the blanks. . .

I wish you could. I love you Max and I'll never forget you.

200? - 06 March, 2007