With Thanksgiving travel schedules and lack of anyone close to take care of her, we’ve had my son’s cat, Sora, with us for the past couple weeks, along with Bond, our own cat. They are not friends. At best, they tolerate each other. With Bond’s “This is MY house” attitude and Sora’s “I’m the Queen of Everyone’s Universe” notion, worlds collide. Over the span of two weeks I’ve found tufts of cat fur here and there and witnessed endless chases from one end of the house to another, but they’re both still alive, and I consider that an accomplishment. They take each other’s toys and favorite napping spots and hiss and yowl over nothing – it’s like having toddlers in the house. In the picture, Sora is at the top of the stairs daring Bond to come any closer. As I write this post, my son just took Sora home about an hour ago, and Bond is passed out cold on the back of the couch. It’s hard work being constantly vigilant.
Hubby and I took a long weekend and went to the beach (which is why I’m so behind on emails and visiting blogs – I’ll get there!). Maybe traveling isn’t the best thing to be doing right now, but we needed some time away and had a fantastic mini-vacay. Honestly, I could count on one hand the number of folks I saw unmasked in the airport and resort where we stayed. I see far more on my weekly grocery trip. Lots of social distancing, hand sanitizer stations, and masked employees and guests at the resort and airports that weren’t crowded. I had a few glorious days in my happy place – on the beach under an umbrella, book in hand.
Have a wonderful, safe and healthy week!
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Sounds like the time away was well-deserved. 🙂
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I really enjoyed it, Staci. A new place for us, but one we plan to revisit in the future. Now I have to face everything that got put on hold and a loooonnnng to-do list. It was nice while it lasted, lol.
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The to-do list can wait a little longer. Bask in the glory of the vacation with your hubby. Those moments are few and fleeting.
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The beach and a book sure sounds like the perfect getaway to me, Teri. I’m happy you and your husband had a nice time. The photo of the cats cracked me up. They look so guilty!
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I guarantee they were guilty over something, Jill – so many things it could have been.
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That picture says it all. Love it! Glad you got a vaca in, too. We could ALL use one these days.
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When all this is over, there should be a designated international vacation week. Great idea, Sue!
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My daughters female cat and my female cat have a similar relationship. It always makes things exciting when she visits.
And the beach sounds so good right now. Glad you enjoyed it ❤️
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It’s never a dull moment when they’re together. I don’t think either of them sleeps because they don’t trust each other, lol. The beach sounds good any time to me!
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Aaahh I could do with a holiday too😍
But it doesn’t look like people are much concerned with distancing or masks here these days!🙆♀️🤷♀️ So I’m surprised + glad that you found everything on line!😁😁
Mm…book in hand in the beach😍😍😍
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A book in hand at the beach is always a perfect day, right?
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Sounds like you needed that vacation after the “cat wars.” I’m glad everyone seemed to be taking lots of precautions, and a book on a beach sounds great! Welcome back and Happy Holidays!
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Thanks, Diana! Yes, the vacation was much appreciated after refereeing so much, lol.
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Oh my! Bond and Sora are like cousins that don´t like each other. I´m sure Bond is happy to have his place to himself again. Glad you had a nice get away. xo
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They absolutely don’t like each other, Darlene. It’s really like having children who steal each other’s toys – so ridiculous.
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How funny about the antics of the cats. 🙂 Congrats on taking the time to go away and refresh! We all have to remember we need self-care during this crazy time.
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Absolutely, Jan – however you’re able, self-care is especially important right now.
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It sounds like a lovely mini-break, Teri. I am looking forward to our holiday at the ocean in early January. I feel like I have cabin fever, even though we do go out a bit, it’s not often enough to feel like a real change of environment. Our shops, etc. are very crowded. A bit like it was in the USA and UK during the summer. The hot weather puts C-19 far away from people’s minds.
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I hope you and your family have a wonderful time, Robbie – you deserve it! Our restaurants here in KY are closed to indoor dining, but the stores are still crowded with shoppers.
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It was probably a smart time to go on a mini vacation to the beach. When the pandemic peters out, I think the beach and other vacation spots will be packed.
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I bet you’re right, Priscilla – people will be ready for vacations when the world is a little safer.
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Bringing a new animal into a feline household is an ordeal — even if it’s temporary. I’m glad you’re relaxed and recharged, Teri. Stay safe and well. Hugs.
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Sadly they’ve known each other for three years, Teagan – they just still act this way, lol. Hugs to you and Crystal!
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My cat would act the same way with a four-footed guest, lol. Glad you got some YOU time, Teri, I think we all want to bury our heads in the sand and wish this year away.
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I loved having some me time, Jacquie – it’s always appreciated. Too bad we can’t have a redo for 2020.
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Welcome back, Teri. You were certainly brave to keep your son’s cat. I’m glad you got some beach time.
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They’re sweet (for the most part) when they’re apart, but getting them in the same room is never boring, John.
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I remember the troubel we would have with Frankie and Stella when we took one to the vet and not the other. (They were siblings) We finally took both even if just one was having an issue. 😁
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I bet Bond is passed out cold LOL That’s great that you could have some vacation all while being safe! That’s my dream.
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He sure was, Sophie. Neither of them sleeps much when they’re together. I was really pleased to see all the precautions taken during our long weekend. Hope you get some vacation soon!
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Your time away sounds wonderful. We took a mini day trip the Saturday after Thanksgiving and it did me a world of good.
Had to laugh about Bond and Sora not killing one another being an accomplishment. Poor Bond, I’ll bet he needed his rest. 🙂
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Glad you also got some time away, Joan – can make all the difference.
If having Sora here wasn’t enough, today Bond has to go in for vaccinations. He’s not having a good month, lol.
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Poor baby.
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I’m envious of your time by the beach 😦
Not so envious of the cat fights!
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Right? Refereeing cat fights/disagreements has its hazards – I now own stock in Neosporin.
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HAHAHAHA!!!
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I can empathize with your cat situation, Teri. Our situation is reversed. Two years ago, we adopted a tabby named Charlie, he was being traumatized by the family’s dog and needed a new hope. A very affection cat, but skittish. This fall, we adopted a cat named Sage, and she seems to think that she is the boss. She dominates poor Charlie and he won’t fight back. 😦
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Poor Charlie! He’s had a tough life. Hope Sage eases up on him or he learns to stand his ground.
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Me too.
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Glad both cats survived with no more than some missing fur, and that you and your hubby were able to get away for a few days.
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Sorry I’m just getting here, Tori – a busy couple of weeks! I’m still finding bits of fur here and there, and Sora was also back for a few days over the weekend. Bond has done almost nothing but sleep since she left yesterday, lol.
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“They tolerate each other”! I always think it’s funny that cats don’t like other cats, but then I’m a person and I don’t like other people. 🤣🤣🤣
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Seems like cats always want to cozy up with non-cat people, lol.
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Haha, mine will cosy up with anyone who’ll have him, but he has a preference for boys. 🌈
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