Poise

(Illustration Friday: March 27, 2009)

Always a lady, The Mother Kitty always maintains her poise...eventually.

Subtract

(Illustration Friday: March 20, 2009)

Cat math is a little different from human math.

Legendary

(Illustration Friday: March 13, 2009)

At a very early age, it was clear that Gordon was no ordinary cat. The day he left home, we knew he was bound for greatness. These days, he's well on his way to becoming legendary.

Intricate

(Illustration Friday - March 6, 2009)

An intricate pile of kitties on a lazy afternoon...

Breezy

(Illustration Friday: February 27, 2009)

During our most recent blast of frigid weather, The Kitties couldn't help dreaming of the first breezy day of spring. Anytime now would be fine.

Instinct

(Illustration Friday: February 20, 2009)

One day, Gordon noticed a white caterpillary-looking thing crawling around on our porch. After weighing his options carefully, I think he made the smart decision.

Celebrate!

(Illustration Friday: February 13, 2009)

Happy anniversary, Mom and Dad!!!

Time

(Illustration Friday - February 6, 2009 - Time)

Time is no object when Simon, star point guard for The World Champion Boston Celtics, is in the middle of a game (even if it's just a practice one).

Flawed

(Illustration Friday: January 30, 2009)

All of The Kitties are strays who found their way into our lives. Who knows why they were given up on/thrown out/lost, but we were happy to welcome them, flaws and all.

Climbing

(Illustration Friday: January 23, 2009)

The Mother Kitty's favorite tree is outside our garage doorway. She would often tackle it with her ferocious claws. One day, she climbed it so high that we considered calling the fire department, but we couldn't help laughing, congratulating her on the achievement, taking photos, and hoping that she'd find her way back down in one piece. (She did.)

Pale

(Illustration Friday: January 16, 2009)

Who you callin' pale???

Contained

(Illustration Friday: January 9, 2009)

I told The Kitties a secret over the weekend. They are containing themselves surprisingly well so far.

Resolute

(Illustration Friday: January 2, 2009)

With the new year, The Kitties have resolved to conquer The Ribbon. (They make the same resolution every year, of course, but don't discourage them!)

Clandestine

(Illustration Friday: December 26, 2008)

My sister moved into a new condo, in which Comet and the other kitties are fascinated with a particular downstairs closet. We can only guess what clandestine plans they have been making in there. Should we be worried?

Voices

(Illustration Friday: December 19, 2008)

As you know, The Kitties love to sing! While on vacation, they were nonstop with Christmas songs. They sounded pretty good--with only a couple of mix-ups.

Rambunctious

(Illustration Friday: December 12, 2008)

Norman is named Norman for a reason: he was one rambunctious kitten! As a grown-up, you may still catch a glimpse of that PsychoKitty inside. It leaps out every once in a while to keep us on our toes.

Similar

(Illustration Friday: December 5, 2008)

Beneath a sunny window, all kitties have similar ideas....

B.J. (1999?-November 24, 2008)

Sadly, B.J. (Bob, Jr.), passed away in November after his brave battle with cancer. Originally found in Cincinnati amid his worldwide travels, B.J. lived among several other alley cats in the area until he met my sister. The third cat to be welcomed into her family, B.J. decided to move indoors and live out the rest of his days with them in Columbus. B.J. was a large bear of a cat. While I didn't see him as often as the other kitties, it was clear that he loved to chat and play with anyone willing. I have lasting memories of being greeted by his loud hellos and enjoying his long conversations. The group will be a bit quieter and little less bright now, but I'll keep him going here. So long, beloved B.J.! We miss you!

Happy Holidays!

The Kitties are already playing in the snow and I'm off to join them. I'll be without a scanner for a couple of weeks but promise to be all caught up in January. See you then! Happy holidays, everyone!

Balloon

(Illustration Friday: November 28, 2008)

Norman doesn't seem as nervous as I think he should be, but is he ever?