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My New Workout: The Catwalk

November 3, 2016

Out here in rural America, “working out” is different than large cities. There is no need to go to a gym when there is a pile of fence posts that needs to be sorted and stacked. There is no need to run in the park when you have miles of gravel roads or a wayward … More My New Workout: The Catwalk

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Doing Things Differently

April 5, 2015

There is always that one sibling that insists on doing things differently. This is our litter of kittens from summer-2014. The backwards kitten (“Kit”) is a unique personality. Since this picture was taken, she survived a 10-day solo excursion into the wilds of our farm (when cats disappear that long around here, it is extremely … More Doing Things Differently

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The Cat Who Could Open Doors

January 25, 2015

His name was Simon and he had gorgeous blue eyes. Although this sounds like the start of a love story, it is not. I had just lost my beloved cat and was looking for a replacement at a local animal shelter. A scruffy brown furball with beautiful eyes peered at me suspiciously–wondering why I would bother … More The Cat Who Could Open Doors

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A Tale Of a Three-Legged Cat

October 3, 2014

Once upon a time, a kitten was born on a farm. The tabby was much bigger than his litter mates and was soon named “Big Kitten” by a three year old boy. Big Kitten was the boy’s favorite. He would carry the kitten around like a flour sack. The kitten’s front legs hung over the … More A Tale Of a Three-Legged Cat

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“Kittens!” Photo Friday June 20, 2014

June 20, 2014

Because the Internet does not have nearly enough cats. Looks like we might need to transplant this one soon. Mom! He’s touching me!!

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“Cat Under the Blanket” Wordless Wednesday May 14, 2014

May 14, 2014

I like it under here….I am never coming out…

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How to Train a Useless Ranch Dog

December 12, 2013

Almost two years ago, we adopted a puppy from an unexpected litter produced by our neighbor’s dog. When we went over to pick ours, one was aggressive and growly, compared to a bunch of other sweet, mellow fuzz balls. I saw that attitude and had visions of a useful, cattle-herding dog and fierce protector for our … More How to Train a Useless Ranch Dog

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All I Really Needed to Know, I Learned from a Farm Cat

April 24, 2012

A yawn and a stretch is a great way to start each day. Eventually, if you get hungry enough, you will eat from the same dish as the common kitties. Curling up next to a warm car engine might seem like a good idea at the time It is good to tackle large projects but, … More All I Really Needed to Know, I Learned from a Farm Cat

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Photo Friday March 23, 2012 “Mirror Image”

March 23, 2012

I was trying to get the attention of these kitties for a picture because I thought the snow and black cats would make a nice combination. Instead of getting them both to look, I got them looking at each other with the same pose–almost like they were looking at a mirror image.

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Farm Pet “Match the Name” Game

March 10, 2012

Have you ever wondered how farm kids come up with names for pets? The logic of children still astounds me, even after spending many years as a child and now raising three of them myself. Here are some of my favorite farm pet names from over the years. See if you can match up the … More Farm Pet “Match the Name” Game

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