Happy Friday! Well, it’s been quite a week. On Monday, two wildfires broke out here in Orange County, California. We’re about 10 minutes away from one – and 15 minutes from the other. We don’t live near the evacuation areas (and all mandatory evacs have already been lifted). The fires were aided by wind gusts of up to 88 miles per hour! And because of the high winds, a portion of our backyard fence broke. I’ll take that over a wildfire any day, though. The air quality is awful. We had actual fire debris (not just ash) falling in our area. On a more trivial note, it looks like our outdoor Halloween plans for Saturday are canceled. I hope you had a better week in your area. And for those of you who are able to celebrate, have a safe and happy Halloween!
Here’s what the cats were up to this week!
Gamer Cat
Mama: Sophie, can you move?
Sophie: Why?
Mama: I’m trying to play my video game!
Sophie: How old are you?
Mama: Old enough to have a credit card to buy you a new purse.
Sophie: Touché, Mama, touché.
#pointformama
Any Animal Crossing fans out there? I’ve never played video games before, but my husband knew I’d love this game and bought it for me for my birthday back in May. It has been a wonderful distraction during this pandemic. Yes, my character is wearing cat ears. Yes, my character is wearing a Halloween cat sweater. And yes, I named my character Sophie. 😹 Who wants to island hop?
Thoughtful Cat
Woodrow: Mama, these are all mine.
Mama: Okay.
Woodrow: Except that one. You can have that one.
Mama: That’s a hairball.
Woodrow: Teehee.
#thoughtfulcat
Pretty Cat
Olive: You’re so pretty.
Olive: I know.
#seeingdouble
Dancing Cat
Oh, just Dexter dancing on a Monday. (That last one, though.)
#mondaybloopers
Awoken Cat
Mama: 📸
Harley: Who disturbs my slumber?
Mama: Um, it was Cat Dad.
#letsleepingcatslie
Judgy Cat
Wednesday is not complete without a little Woodrow side-eye.
#iheartwoodrow
Bored Cat
Mama: What are you doing?
Sophie: Being bored.
Mama: Can you do that somewhere else? I’m trying to work.
Sophie: Where should I go?
Mama: Anywhere.
Sophie: I choose here.
Mama: Anywhere else.
Sophie: Where’s that?
Mama: SOPHIE!!!
#workingfromhomewithcats
Bonus Friday Photo
Here’s how the wildfire smoke turned our house orange for a bit.
Stay safe, everyone!
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Sophie, maybe if you spent more time keeping track of your purse … can you make that into a video game?
Oh those fires were a bit too close for comfort….so glad you’re all safe! As for the cats – they are better entertianment than a video game BUT having said that, hubby and I are doing video games to keep us out of trouble these days too. Having FUN keeps us SANE(ish). Love Dexter’s dance moves – he’s got ’em !! Stay safe……..
Hugs, Pam and Teddy too
I’m glad you didn’t have to evac! I was really worried about embers sparking up in Laguna.
I had a big breakthru with a feral this week… I was finally able to pet her with being swatted at or bitten!!!
OH wonderful my little feral has allowed me to reach the same place, and i was able to pick her up just a second without claws in my hand.. Continued good luck with your feral.
I haven’t dared to try picking mine up… I’m still recovering from the deep bite wounds from last month!!
Congrats on your progress!!
woodrow that was purrfect!!! a hairball! we hope all will have a good howloween and we send all our positive thoughts to the people and pets who are in that fire area…
Too close for comfort. hope you all continue to stay safe. Love Dexter dancing. Your posts always brighten my Friday.
We have those kicker sticks all over our house. They are a big favorite here. I’ve been following the fires on the news and hoping none of my bloggers friends are affected.
Here’s hoping the wildfires get doused soon; cannot imagine what it’s like to live near that!
Lucky for me, Sweetie doesn’t jump onto my work desk, although she does meowl a lot when I’m in a meeting!
We are sending you all tons of purrs and prayers that those awful fires keep their distance. Great seeing you all and Woodrow you are funny fellow.
Those were terrific chats and great dance moves! I’m sure glad those evil fires didn’t mess with you!
Wildfires that close are scary, stay safe all! There was some pretty funny activities this week gang, you made me smile once again.
That is scary about the fires being so close and the air quality being so bad! Glad y’all are safe, and making us laugh today!
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Dexter, you are much too lively for a Monday! I am glad you are safe from those fires and hope you remain so.
These are all fantastic as always!!! And what a scary week you’ve had!
Sorry you are so close to the fires. That air must be awful. Nice dancing Dexter and how generous of you to let your mama have a hairball. :) Have a Happy Halloween despite all restrictions- you can still give out treats to the kitties. XO
Whoa! Stay safe! Dexter really has the moves like Jagger. I don’t give TW time to play anything. She does online puzzles though.
Those wild fires must be scary. I’m glad you’re all safe. Loved your chat this week. Think we’ll try some dance moves definitely not be as good as Dexter you’re a star. Hugs and Purrs. Spike & Mom x
MOL…thank cat the hairball was for free,,,,MOL…Great conversations, sweet furriends. We’re under the table again…of laughing ;) The fires sound so scary, we hope it will rain soon, we’re getting really worried for you all🙏
👻Extra Spooky Pawkisses for a Happy Halloween to all of you👻🐾😽💞
Dexter, you got the moves!
Those fires sound so scary! We’re glad you didn’t have to evacuate, but we purr you all stay safe. Have a Happy Meowloween!
Haha, Sophie. She who has the credit card is the boss, when it matters, huh? Didja eta new purse? ;-)
Dexter, you got some dance skillz, dude!
Happy Meowloween! XO
PS – we’re glad you’re safe from those scary fires!
Amarula loves gifting me hairballs too!!