http://www.weather.com/ says that currently, here in sunny Milwaukee, it has gotten up to a whopping ZERO degrees. It was -11 this morning.
And that's without the wind chill.
I have to go out and run errands today - we are horribly low on produce and I need to be eating lots of it - so I plan to wear yoga pants under my sweats and to keep my entire head wrapped in my extra long knitted scarf.
Ooog. I was supposed to give a music presentation this morning, but the schools are closed today because it's not safe for kids to be waiting at bus stops. Lots of other buildings have closed too since many people have to take public transportation and/or park far away from where they need to go and would be endangered by being out in the bitter cold. The news channels are all spouting information on how to deal with frostbite and hypothermia.
So those of you currently living in tropical climates, if you send me emails telling me how sunny and warm it is where you are, I'll personally hire some hacker to figure out how to blow up your computers. Okay fine, I don't know any hackers who know how to do that, but lay off it until we at least get into the teens, okay?
Warmer news - it's my marvelous mother-in-law Mimi's birthday today! From the moment I met her back on Thanksgiving in 2002, she has always extended her home warmly and with the utmost hospitality. She has adopted me as her own daughter, and I've always felt close to her. I am so glad she was born - for selfish reasons of course, because of David - but also because I love having her in my family. Happy Birthday, Mimi!! :)
In other news, the kitties have been just absolutely silly of late. Emma, quite intelligently, has figured out that sleeping on the heater vents in the floor is the way to go in this weather. Bianca and Gabby like sleeping on the tops of the couch and loveseat cushions (David gets irritated because they leave giant dents in them, since they make a habit of this). Sometimes to keep their noses warm they sleep on their faces. That's hilarious.
Here are some absolutely sidesplitting pictures of Bianca and Gabby, playing in the basement rec room.
And that's without the wind chill.
I have to go out and run errands today - we are horribly low on produce and I need to be eating lots of it - so I plan to wear yoga pants under my sweats and to keep my entire head wrapped in my extra long knitted scarf.
Ooog. I was supposed to give a music presentation this morning, but the schools are closed today because it's not safe for kids to be waiting at bus stops. Lots of other buildings have closed too since many people have to take public transportation and/or park far away from where they need to go and would be endangered by being out in the bitter cold. The news channels are all spouting information on how to deal with frostbite and hypothermia.
So those of you currently living in tropical climates, if you send me emails telling me how sunny and warm it is where you are, I'll personally hire some hacker to figure out how to blow up your computers. Okay fine, I don't know any hackers who know how to do that, but lay off it until we at least get into the teens, okay?
Warmer news - it's my marvelous mother-in-law Mimi's birthday today! From the moment I met her back on Thanksgiving in 2002, she has always extended her home warmly and with the utmost hospitality. She has adopted me as her own daughter, and I've always felt close to her. I am so glad she was born - for selfish reasons of course, because of David - but also because I love having her in my family. Happy Birthday, Mimi!! :)
In other news, the kitties have been just absolutely silly of late. Emma, quite intelligently, has figured out that sleeping on the heater vents in the floor is the way to go in this weather. Bianca and Gabby like sleeping on the tops of the couch and loveseat cushions (David gets irritated because they leave giant dents in them, since they make a habit of this). Sometimes to keep their noses warm they sleep on their faces. That's hilarious.
Here are some absolutely sidesplitting pictures of Bianca and Gabby, playing in the basement rec room.
These little furballs are just too much fun!!
3 comments:
Yes, I can definitely relate to your chill factor, as it's the same here in Des Moines. Down to -10 last night and it's only "warmed up" to 7 now.
Gabby looks SOOO much like my cat Rupert! Same markings and general shape. Did you know that the breed is called "Maine Coon"?
The adoption agency that gave me Gabby told me that she had Maine Coon in her - so did my vet. I love the big tufty, plumey tail, and the completely sweet and affable demeanor. You can just scoop her up anytime and cuddle her and she'll purr and purr and purr.
Bianca, on the other hand, absolutely loathes being picked up and will spring off your shoulder like a flying squirrel! She loves to snuggle with me in bed, but only when it's HER idea.
So what's Rupert like? :)
Rupert? ha ha...as all we cat lovers can attest, it takes a BOOK to describe our feline companions!
James' immediate response to your question is: "Saucy!"
Rupert is mostly affectionate, but can quickly become "feisty" with teeth and claws, especially when he's petted on his body (he prefers head rubs).
Maine Coons are very curious, clownish, and like to be near their owners without being gushy (although sometimes Rupert will sit on our chests when we're lying down, or jump in our laps for a moment).
I've noticed certain recurring patterns with the playing differences between males and females. Males tend to like chasing feathers or dangly things, while females like to bat things around.
Rupert DEMANDS to be played with first thing in the morning. Pity the fool that ignores him! So we bring out the feather at the end of the stick.
I think this is enough for now...I could go on and on about Rupert's antics! Thanks for asking!
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