Rolling

 A quick video of some of the neighborhood cats and stuff that I noticed on my walks.

We have some talented sidewalk chalk artists!

The purple plants covered in bees is Giant Purple Hyssop.

The cat shown after the black cat is King Sly; he's very thin, but his meowmy tells me he's eating, jumping up on the bed, and continues to patrol his territory.

That's a full moon image, and a view out the back at the wildfire smoke we had for awhile.

I left out all of the bunny rabbit pics, and I've not collected any coins found on the sidewalk, since the handful of pennies from a month ago.

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Chalked

It's Walkin' & Readin' Wednesday!

Chalk drawings found on my neighborhood sidewalks:

Fish or marine animals

Golly, have no idea...

"Never Give Up!"

Now I want a box of chalk for myself.

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Non-Fiction Audiobooks that I listened to recently and recommend:

Thirteen Perfect Fugitives: The True Story of the Mob, Murder, and the World's Largest Art Heist by Geoffrey Kelly, narrated by the author

The Gardner Museum heist in Boston in 1990 is a real mystery, but former FBI Agent Geoffrey Kelly has the inside scoop.  We've got stories of the mob, cops, teenagers out drinking, and priceless artwork that has not yet been recovered, all told with humor, insight, and humility.

Humor Me: How Laughing More Can Make You Present, Creative, Connected, and Happy by Chris Duffy, narrated by the author

"For anyone who has tried out meditation, a new year's resolution or gratitude practice as a self-improvement strategy, HUMOR ME offers a fresh and exciting path to greater presence, creativity, connection and joy."-Goodreads

If This Be Magic: The Unlikely Art of Shakespeare in Translation by Daniel Hahn, narrated by the author

"How does Shakespeare remain Shakespeare when every word is changed? In this playful, meditative exploration of translating the world’s most beloved playwright, Daniel Hahn guides us through the magic of bringing the Bard to a global audience."-Goodreads

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Henry Update:

Yeah, that didn't work.

I didn't give Henry his 8 pm appetite stimulant on Monday, to see if he would eat on his own.  He didn't/wouldn't eat Tuesday's breakfast.

*SIGH*

Therefore, he received the 1/4 pill with his 8 am meds, and he's eating well again.

I knew better, but allowed my logical mind to override my gut instinct:

Gut: "He didn't eat for days last week; leave him be."

Mind: "He's eating like crazy; time to scale back!"

*EYEROLL*

We enjoyed a quick cat nap together on Tuesday afternoon.

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Let's Hop!

Gems

Love to find feline gems or visual gifts as I wander:

A new pizzeria

Thought this was a cat sticker on a car, but not quite.
Cute, though.

Just flash 'em?!?

In my 'hood; is that a cat, a penguin, or a dragon?

Yes, am thankful for the little presents in life that, when discovered, cause a smile and maybe a wink.

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Arty Cats

An eclectic collection of cats involved with art and artists.

My friend's cat Gary sat on a palette of oil paints.

Found this online; I'm mostly sure it is NOT a Picasso!

Sidewalk chalk kitty...I think.

One never knows when cats and art will collide!

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Too Many 'Hood Cats

Images snapped while on my neighborhood walk:

A neighbor's grandkids drew chalk stars, butterflies, and cats on the sidewalk.

Guy was happy to see me, and I him.
He's a stray that a neighbor is caring for.

One-eyed ginger, who has a home and humans, I'm told.

A mama kitty, whose three kittens hid from me.

Sure, it's fun to visit with the 'hood cats, but there are too many strays.

Folks think that they are being kind by feeding outside cats, but getting them TNR'd is what MUST BE DONE!

I speak of it to anyone who is interested, and to some who think it's someone else's problem.

Our communities need to get a grip on the overflow of intact cats; there are plenty of low-cost clinics in our area, and the county animal control will even assist with transporting trapped cats to the clinic and back again.  

I certainly cannot TNR my entire neighborhood, nor can I force my way onto other people's properties...as much as I'd like to, to help cats.

I know I'm singing to the choir.

I am so very thankful for fosters, trappers, neonatal kitten feeders, and the veterinary folks who go above and beyond to help cats in need.

We cannot adopt our way out of this!

TNR! TNR! TNR!

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"While walking in the 'hood one day..."

 Ah, yes!

Plenty of wildlife on my rounds...

These deer were across the street from Sly's house!

Star shows off her belly!

A clowder of ferals that a wonderful neighbor cares for!
This was the first time I was able to get all four in one photo.

Well now...a happy space alien!

Thomas, being lovey-dovey.

Jigsaw Puzzle

108Artified Star

Sidewalk Art

Isn't this adorable?

Here's the model for the chalk drawing

"Live-Kind-Life-Dream-Smile-Peace-Hope-Love"

There are some talented sidewalk chalk artists near me!  I found these recently, and they make me feel more positive about the talents of today's youth.  Express yourselves, kiddies...and love your cats too!