Feline Friday

Although Lily used to be a lap cat, she isn't a lap cat anymore. For the past few years, she has refused to sit on my lap, except for when I'm having breakfast and have my feet up on the rung of the chair. If I'm sitting on the couch with my feet up on the ottoman, my legs are slightly inclined which must be uncomfortable for her.

Lately I've been actually lying down on the couch in an effort to get her to stay on my lap. It seems to be working, at least part of the time! Although I have to put her on my lap, she'll often get comfy and stay for awhile.

 The downside is that if I'm totally lying down, we BOTH fall asleep! :)

Feline Friday with Rory

 It’s time for our occasional dose of cuteness from Cousin Rory in Texas!

Texas recently went through another cold spell, meaning that Rory had to stay undercovers for a few days. Her fur is much thinner than Lily's so she seems to get chilly!

Once the ice melted and it warmed back up again, she was back to her normal "patrols" around the house. Rory keeps an eye on most everything -- watching out for wildlife, fighting neighbor cats through the windows, and capturing small lizards that somehow make their way inside (YIKES).

 Except when she's snoozing, of course! Then absolutely NOTHING gets done! :)

Feline Friday

 We're in the deep freeze here in Iowa but now that the Christmas trees are finally put away, Lily's cat tree has been moved back to its sunny spot next to the kitchen window. This is her favorite place to nap in the afternoons, provided the sun is shining.

When I approach her softly, she instantly begins to purr and those little feets start making "air biscuits" -- kneading in and out, in and out. It's just about the cutest thing you've ever seen!

Here's to plenty of time this weekend on your own "cat tree" or similar relaxing spot!

Feline Friday

 This week in Lily's adventuresome life:

Waiting for Meowmy to get up in the morning! Notice that one of Meowmy's socks is inside out. :)

 

Enjoying our newly recovered Danish modern chairs! Lily never lays on furniture so we know she must approve!

 

Sporting a wet nose from eating canned food from a bowl! When Lily ate from a plate, her nose never got wet like this. It's completely adorable.

 

Happy Feline Friday, friends!

Feline Friday

 Lily is not always ladylike! One evening this week, I turned on the light and found her like this, washing her tummy. :)

It can be hard to reach those spots, especially for a senior girl!

I always enjoy her various contortions! But there are a few spots near her tail that she just can't reach and are prone to matting, so Meowmy brushes those areas daily.

I'll do anything to help my senior girl!

Feline Friday

YIKES! It's not nearly as much fun to put away Christmas decorations as it is to put them up!

 

This is how Lily and I feel about this task!

This "display" could work for Valentine's Day, right? RIGHT? :)

 

Feline Friday

Happy MEW Year to all!

 All the activity over the Christmas holiday proved tiring to Lily. She is a senior girl, you know!

She even played games, something she's not used to!

After the holiday festivities and all the extra treats, we're all looking to clean up our eating and exercise more. Lily recommends rotisserie chicken!

 

She's also decided to join me on the annual 30 Days of Yoga challenge at YWA. This is the view from my yoga mat! She's working on Resting Cat, one of her favorite poses. :)

 

 Here's to a happy and healthy year ahead!

 

 

 

Feline Friday

 Yikes, it’s been awhile since I’ve posted! All is well at our house. 

We enjoyed a lovely Christmas with the kids visiting for the first time since last holiday season. 

We had so much fun that Lily was tuckered out! It’s pitiful when you fall asleep on your Christmas stocking! 

Here's to a happy and healthy new year!

Feline Friday

Funny how all cats have their own unique little "things". They are definitely creatures of habit!

Every time I roll out my yoga mat, Lily comes running. She'll often sit on the mat (brave girl!) whilst I practice but then moves to the hallway to wait for me to finish. I can hear her snoring while I'm doing my downward dogs!

Lily is not much of a lap kitty these days with one exception: When I'm drinking coffee in the morning, she'll sit on my lap for quite awhile. I know she's only looking for melted butter on someone's toast or perhaps a taste of cereal milk...but anytime she's willing to sit on my lap, I'll take it!

 

I love all of her little habits and routines!

 

Feline Friday

 We were in Texas visiting our daughter and her husband over Thanksgiving. We had a wonderful time hanging out for a few days!

While we were gone, Lily's Squad of cat sitters popped in every day. She loves her sitters!

Just look at these adorable pictures!

 

As you can see, she's in heaven! 

 I'm very grateful we have such good sitters that Lily and I both trust. It gives Meowmy peace of mind to know that my sweet senior girl is in good hands...er, paws!

Feline Friday with Rory

 Daughter’s kitty Rory is living her best life! 

From being found on the streets to having everything she could want, Rory is one lucky girl. 

Games, toys, treats, blankies, and plenty of cuddles…she has it all!

She is very loved!

Feline Friday: Ranch!

What's the deal with cats (at least MY cats) and Ranch salad dressing? 

Lily is crazed for it and so was our late kitty, Tinsel. 

I'm talking OBSESSED!

Lily can detect Ranch from anywhere in the house, even if I'm very careful about how I open the bottle! Lately, she's become so adept at Ranch Detection that she shows up in the kitchen anytime I open a bag of salad (might be Ranch!) or even cut up some celery (Mom might be dipping it in Ranch!). It's seriously out of control!

 Now of course, she only gets a few tiny tastes off of my finger. Ranch contains onion powder and garlic powder, both of which are no-no's for kitties. I think she'd enjoy the entire bottle if given the opportunity!

Lily hopes everyone has a great weekend...with RANCH!