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| tree decorated |
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| Ghost under decorated tree |
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| as I got closer... |
Well, the tree is up and decorated, the mantle has it's garland, and I started baking Christmas cookies and whiskey balls today...
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| Christmas tea cakes |
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| whiskey balls - DH's favorite |
And I also made a big batch of African Chicken Peanut soup today!
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| So-oo good! |
And as I cooked and baked, DH watched football and the cats enjoyed the warmth of the Aga. I've gotten use to cooking 'over' them in the kitchen...
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| keeping warm... |
And regarding feral cats, I have to mention this. One of our neighbors wrote on our neighborhood association watch (which goes through our cell phones) that he had recently put out a box with a cat bed in it for the neighborhood ferals - to help with the cold. He called it his *feral B&B*.
Several others commented on how nice this was... and so far, no negative comments. (I wanted to say that I've been doing this for years along with heat lamps and straw on the back patio - but don't want to rock the boat) So happy that there are a few around that feel the need to help these homeless critters. So we silently joined his B&B idea and added a box and bed on the front porch. As you can see, it has occupants already.
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| feral B&B |
And I will post this sign again... as it really makes a point:
Have a wonderful week!
Your tree is lovely and may I just say..."You have a heart of gold."
ReplyDeleteYou are sweet, Deb... and I'm pretty sure you share our love for critters.
DeleteI think I mentioned this here once, but Styrofoam picnic coolers make good outdoor shelters, with or without the cover. My friend who does this for her Wisconsin ferals cuts a door and leaves the lid on for warmth.
ReplyDeleteYes, Joanne, you did mention this... and someone else did also. The insulation probably is a good idea.
DeleteThank you for your kindness to creatures large and small. I feel I have made friends with an angel. You are definitely one. :-)
ReplyDeleteDJan, I hope you are feeling better. And it's wonderful to know that others think it's important to do what we can (even though it's never enough).
DeleteLovely Christmas tree. I use ribbon on ours as well. My father made a wooden outdoor house for our cats when I was little and he lined it with Styrofoam. Extremely warm for them. -Jenn
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jenn. I think the styrofoam idea is a good one. DJan mentioned that too.
DeleteThat last pic makes me want to cry my heart out. Anyway.
ReplyDeleteYour tree is lovely and oh, those cookies! Yum!
I'm glad there are other neighbours who are helping out; good karma for you and for all those who ARE making an effort.
Purrs and peace from Nicki and Derry
Kim, that pic says it all. How could anyone not be moved by it?
DeleteIf I ever have to live life as a feral cat, I certainly want to be in your neighborhood. Sweet picture of cat under a tree.
ReplyDeleteOh Olga, everyone in our neighborhood doesn't feel the same, but it's good that some do.
Deleteferal B&B just awesome! so glad more of your neighbours are into helping them.
ReplyDeletethey look very warm!
your tree looks great!
thanx for sharing
I think it's a great idea that could catch on... but fear the backlash so won't push it. Hopefully more will do it and not make a big deal of it. That way the feral cats will be warm and the nay sayers won't nix it.
DeleteWe don't have too many feral cats around here, which is good. I hate to have them out in the cold
ReplyDeleteAdam, it IS hard to think of them out in the cold. Glad you don't have too many ferals around you.
DeleteBeautiful tree and I love the feral kitty B&B!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Linda. The ferals seem to like it.
DeleteThe tree is lovely and the treats look delish (as does the soup...is there anything better in cold weather?)
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear your neighbour is joining the movement to care for the ferals. Definitely that last photo is intense.
I know, Eileen. It would be difficult for that photo not to move someone.
DeleteCan I have two dozen of those tea cakes??? :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a Merry Christmas :)
Um..mmm, maybe. Ooops! Nope, sorry we ate them all!
DeleteMerry Christmas!!