Our 5th Blogoversary!

On 9/22/2013, I posted my first thoughts on being the feline servants to two cat families; Chuck and Angel on the inside of the house, Paddy O'Malley and Sweetie on the outside.  Here is my actual first post:

"Yesterday, I watched a husband-and-wife team attempt to walk both their dog (on a leash) and their cat (held in a towel) into the nearby pet supplies store.  However, as the dog started barking, the howling cat managed to escape the arms of his person, and hide under a car.  I had been climbing into MY car, so I quickly slammed the door and went to help.  The terrified cat wasn't moving an inch, and the man used the towel that once was a poor cat transportation device, to lay on to try to reach the cat.  I couldn't reach the cat either, but somehow the man was able to coax the cat out.  That's when I suggested they cover the cat entirely with the towel; having the world blotted out would calm her.  He did as I suggested, and I got back in my car to drive away.  The couple said that they were flea bombing the house, so the dog and cat needed baths, and this pet store has do-it-yourself washing tubs.  I certainly hope they were successful with that, but there's a lesson; ALWAYS properly restrain your cat in a cat carrier or trap or box.  That parking lot was full of people and moving cars, and a loose cat would have no chance if left out there.  I didn't take a photo, but I'll never forget the fear on that kitty's face."

Whoa, so deep!  Since then, I've forged forward...learning to include photos...and have made Eastside Cats my personal expression of my life with cats.

Recently, I found a logo for this blog, since it's quite possible for cats to be from outer space:

Two space alien cats, for Chucky and Angel
Thank you, Jesica Rydock!

For the last five years, I've posted about cat cafe's, the neighborhood cats, friends and loved one's cats, my growing collection of cat trinkets and artwork, cat scarves, cat socks, cat knowledge and health issues, the joy of new cats in the house, and the sorrow of losing them.  My mother encouraged me to write about cats, and The Hubby has been mostly supportive; his only caveat: no photos of him!  And I've abided by his one rule *wink*.

Manny and Chili Bruce have brought new life and much love into the house.  Five blogging years doesn't compare to many of you who've been at this for longer than I.  Yet, I learn from each of you, enjoy your posts and your insights, and revel in our unique views on living with cats, and knowing cat people.  I read your comments, and they often inspire me onto future posts!

Thank You!

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And, for your viewing pleasure...
The PO'M doing what he does best!