When we opened the back door at 7:30 this morning, there he was, ready to come in for breakfast. I didn't see him when I left for my morning walk, but upon arriving back home, there he was. And there he stayed...all...afternoon...long... He'd come in awhile...lie around like he owned the place...meow to go back out...curl up on the bench...(repeat scenario)... Our dinner guests arrived at 5:30, and as we sat out on the deck for the cocktail hour, Dill was right in the middle of the party. At 7:30 when we went in to eat, I called David to come pick up his cat... I expect we'll see him again for breakfast.
I didn't have much time on 365 today and it pains me to leave your lovely comments unanswered, moreso because I've had time to get to some but not all.
And for the many of you who commented that you'd love to own that fabulous camera that was in my picture, Ken looked it up on the computer. You can have the body & a 18-55mm lens for a mere $4,365. Am I the only one who sees the irony in the 365 part of that number?
your house is just so beautiful! "sigh"....:)) and he fits in perfectly :) in terms of the camera, well, i can only admire... i would rather spend that amout of money on a vacation like the one that's coming :) maybe one day when i win the lottery :)
He's such a good looking cat....You can certainly see just by looking at him that he has a very distinct personality....Looks like he enjoys hanging around!
We knew you would run into this and completely understand. Stop apologizing and just do what you can when you can. =) We know your heart is in the right place. (And I know you can't help apologizing... it is because your heart is in the right place.)
This is a gorgeous shot with all the colors and the beautiful garden--and Dill! Such a face on that boy! I can't resist a cat quote today: "As anyone who has ever been around a cat for any length of time well knows, cats have enormous patience with the limitations of the human kind." --Cleveland Amory
Thank you for your words Louise. My girls do mean a lot to me. They are my babies and I like to show them off.... I feel so bad that I haven't been very active lately. Spring has turned out to be a very busy time for me. I really miss being on the site and looking at everyones photos.... Hopefully things will slow down a bit here soon and I'll be able to take the time to browse and relax in the wonderful world of 365. I hope everything's well for you..... Keep in touch
What a beautiful shot!! I don't blame Dill for adopting you ;-)) You feed him, pet him, and give him all the attention he needs - no wonder he sticks around ;-)) He fits right in, and he is handsome, as always ;-)
I think once Dill figured out you thought he was handsome enough tp be a star he felt he needed to oblige you by showing up to model! What a sweet kitty! At least David doesn't have to worry when he can't find him. This setting is perfect for kitty poses btw, Dill knows it too!
Love the camera price!! And, why don't you just let Dill stay overnight... he's there at bedtime... he's there at breakfast time... he's there for mealtimes.... probably should be there for bedtime too! Great photograph.
PS....I've just been reading about how a tiger and 2 camels have gone missing en route in Nova Scotia.....um, er, how do I put it Louise.....that's a bit extreme isn't it??
Wow, I would love to spend a few hours in that setting. Dill knows a good thing when he sees it. Since you're only there for part of the year he just wants to spend as much time with you as possible, just like all of your human friends.
Aww, such a cute story :). I saw another cat picture on here last night saying something along the lines of how in the past cats were treated like royalty and they haven't forgotten that ;).
you know what would be funny? if, one morning, you'll find that instead of the cat, there's one (or more) of us on your doorstep, wanting to be adopted, too! haha.
Beautiful garden. Love the birdhouse above him too. So peaceful one can't blame Dill picking this spot. Looks like a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the birds & butterflies. You are obviously more diligent in your garden than we are since things are, well...alive :).
Re: the camera, I'm venturing to guess the lens is more than a a lowly 18-55 up front. Maybe a 24-70 which makes it even more crazy.
That purple house just fits you to a T...and your setting outside of the house itself is so inviting...no surprise there either! Love the pic and the kitty sitting there watching us (well, really you.)
Jane Terry said she wished she was in a club ...I told her to start her own...going to copy/paste what I told her.
re - the book club...we have one at school where once a month a few of our teachers meet after school to discuss their book for that month. I could have joined that one, but really I am more about socializing than just reading, so I started my own group with people I knew had similar interests. There are only 6 of us now, but we decided 8 or 9 might be a better number so if a few can't make it the group will still be able to have a good conversation going. So...just start one yourself. We drew names to see what order people would host...and they can host at their own home or can choose for us to meet in a restaurant if they prefer...also who's ever turn it is gets to choose the next book. This was our 4th book and it seems to be working ;-)
And....like you I don't take the time to read as much as I used to b/c of all this computer time online BUT I will say I can make time if the book is a good one...and if it isn't and any of us don't read it all, no one really cares...really, ours is a fun group!
Louise, this is such a wonderful shot! I would thoroughly enjoy sitting on this porch just watching the day go by. Dill looks perfectly at home right where he is.
And I wanted to thank you so much for your wonderful comments on Doodle's picture. I was happy he hung around and posed so nicely for me! I released another one today and took some pictures but then I had to come to work. I won't know if any turned out until tonight when I get home. Your comments always make me smile!
Oh this is just perfect. It looks like it's a picture of your porch...and how nicely arranged it is! (Perfect, btw) and then....there he is right there among everything else. Then, I quickly realize that HE is the star in the photo and in your life as well. haha! Dill reminds us of how important it is to take in people, not just family. I just love To Kill a Mockingbird.
Louise, re the sailing shot. I helped as asked. I've had a little experience being a "helper" and steering a sailboat but only on larger sailboats that have a steering wheel and sails that go up and down with the push of a button (which I didn't want to tell this guy who had a very nice but only 22 ft boat) so when he asked if I had any experience steering (his had that stick/rudder thing - see what a pro I am...I really know the lingo, don't I?) and such I said yes but that he would need to tell me what I needed to do since I am not experienced enough for anything to be intuitive...anyhow, we managed fine and I helped out pretty well...even grabbing lines and tying us up at the dock as he instructed (well, not tying US up, but you know what I mean)...whew...didn't want to make a fool of myself! First dates can be so stressful ;-)
Louise, once again thanks for finding those matching pictures. You'd be great at playing Concentration! I do think Choy Mei's picture was better than mine but i appreciate the comparison.
aw, how sweet :) i got your comment on the photo of my friend's baby. please do send good vibes! i would really appreciate it. she has to have surgery tomorrow so i'm keeping her in my thoughts all day long. i'd love if you looked at her photo and pictured her just like that, you're the best.
Thank you very much for your comments. I know how busy you must be. Lunenberg looks so wonderful, I can't image how you find the time to sit infront of a computer! re: the move. My packing has come to a scretching halt. I couldn't face it tonight. I came home from work, changed into proper attire and headed to the pool. I went for a swim, then got in some reading from an actual book. When the sun began to disappear, around 8:30, I went back to my now crowded apartment. I'm down to 3 weeks and a day - I have no more space to put the packed stuff. Sytse is going to his (unrelated) Aunt & Uncle's house about 5 days before closing. Then I'll still have 2 weeks to move. They will keep him as long as I want, so that will be a big help. Closing is on a Thursday and I hope to get the furniture and heavy stuff moved before the end of the weekend. I'll take about a week to get everything in and settled, then I'll bring Sytse over the threshold into his new home. Rabbits do not like change so it will be interesting at first. He may have to sleep with me the first few nights until he adjusts. Yes, he really is a spoiled rotten "child".
About the favs - I agree, I do love everyone I saved and, like you, I wish I could put them into a coffee table book so that I could just look through them anytime I need a quick pick-me-up.
I see that little face peeking. I really like this photo.
Re: comment: yes, go figure my chickens would illicit so much response. I'm silly sometimes. And, as far as the theme contests--I really don't like artistic contests, I probably won't be entering my photos in any (save for my ear--that was a joke!).
You're on the popular page!! Well deserved I must say!
Re: the car shots on my facebook. Thank you so much for the comments. I do have two favorites but I like all of those that I posted. I took almost 400 shots so it's hard to narrow that down to just a few LOL.
And I definitely see the irony! But is it just me, or is that a bit expensive? haha.
Adorable!
this is a overall interesting photo , love the framing !!!
Just love Dill - always there for you when you arrive home!
He's a star!
lol@ the $4.365.
Re: the camera, I'm venturing to guess the lens is more than a a lowly 18-55 up front. Maybe a 24-70 which makes it even more crazy.
re - the book club...we have one at school where once a month a few of our teachers meet after school to discuss their book for that month. I could have joined that one, but really I am more about socializing than just reading, so I started my own group with people I knew had similar interests. There are only 6 of us now, but we decided 8 or 9 might be a better number so if a few can't make it the group will still be able to have a good conversation going. So...just start one yourself. We drew names to see what order people would host...and they can host at their own home or can choose for us to meet in a restaurant if they prefer...also who's ever turn it is gets to choose the next book. This was our 4th book and it seems to be working ;-)
And....like you I don't take the time to read as much as I used to b/c of all this computer time online BUT I will say I can make time if the book is a good one...and if it isn't and any of us don't read it all, no one really cares...really, ours is a fun group!
And I wanted to thank you so much for your wonderful comments on Doodle's picture. I was happy he hung around and posed so nicely for me! I released another one today and took some pictures but then I had to come to work. I won't know if any turned out until tonight when I get home. Your comments always make me smile!
Re: comment: yes, go figure my chickens would illicit so much response. I'm silly sometimes. And, as far as the theme contests--I really don't like artistic contests, I probably won't be entering my photos in any (save for my ear--that was a joke!).
Re: the car shots on my facebook. Thank you so much for the comments. I do have two favorites but I like all of those that I posted. I took almost 400 shots so it's hard to narrow that down to just a few LOL.