Spied

A few cuties seen while walking in my neighborhood:

Very friendly, but I've not met this cat before.

This cow-colored kitty is not afraid of me.

Am almost sure that this is Eightball, who needed medical attention in April.

Not seen regularly, this cat had a growing-out shaved area under his chin, just like Eightball had, even if it was several blocks from his feeding station.

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In honor of June is Audiobook Month, I recommend the following books by Fredrik Backman:

A Man Called Ove (2012)

Narrated by George Newbern

My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry (2013)

Narrated by Joan Walker

My Friends (2025) 

Narrated by Marin Ireland

This author brings charm, humor, and attention to the poignant details of everyday life.

I finished "My Friends" yesterday, while acquiring a couple of new tattoos; it's a masterpiece worth the five star rating that I gave it.

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Eightball

Last Sunday morning, I noticed a plea from a neighbor, about an injured community cat.

I messaged, saying I have humane traps to share.

My neighbor lives two blocks away, so I dropped off the trap and showed them how to use it.

Image provided by neighbor.

I was texted that the trapping was successful, and they were on their way to the lost cost spay/neuter clinic nearby a day later.

Word was that Eightball's injury was severe, but some antibiotics, stitches, and a day or two of rest would do the trick.

He was also neutered, the 'N' in TNR.

I picked up the trap after Eightball was released Friday morning, with his info written on a piece of tape.

And surprise!

While on my evening walk that day, I spied Eightball a street away.

Black cat, with a huge shaved area...that's him!

I'll keep my eyes peeled for future sightings while out and about in the 'hood.

I've made a donation to All About Animals Rescue in Eightball's name; they are a important resource for our community.

I've turned off the comments for this post, as this was all handled by Eightball's carer; she feeds about four community cats, plus has four cats inside.

Our trap may have made it possible, but we did little to make this one cat's life better; our neighbor did the heavy lifting.

Purrs for Eightball.

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The Hubby and I thank all who wished him a Happy Birthday!

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