Sunday, 20 December 2009
Snowy Adventure
-by Carlsberg
but the humans made more of a meal of it...
B1B2 and her dog, B2, had a quick cup of tea at the cafe...
Then everyone set off to the pinetum. The dogs usually go pretty wild there. They must be communing with the spirit world. You can see Beanz heading off to frolic...
They went to their special tree...
...before heading off in the blizzard, singing Christmas songs.
When they got home, Beanz went for a lie down in the garden...
... and I pounced on everything that moved. You will notice that photos of Chips are severely lacking by this point. She was in her warm bed...
...and now my favourite photo, in which I am bigger than Beanz!
Today, the humans (TJam, Nerospal and B1B2) and dogs went for a walk in the snow. TJam fell over twice in the first 5 minutes. The dogs were pretty sure footed...
but the humans made more of a meal of it...
B1B2 and her dog, B2, had a quick cup of tea at the cafe...
Then everyone set off to the pinetum. The dogs usually go pretty wild there. They must be communing with the spirit world. You can see Beanz heading off to frolic...
They went to their special tree...
...before heading off in the blizzard, singing Christmas songs.
When they got home, Beanz went for a lie down in the garden...
... and I pounced on everything that moved. You will notice that photos of Chips are severely lacking by this point. She was in her warm bed...
...and now my favourite photo, in which I am bigger than Beanz!
Labels: b1b2, beanz, carlsberg 2009, chips 2009, nerospal, snow
Saturday, 12 December 2009
Truce
We are having a truce in the bed wars. The fire is on and there's only one place to be.
Labels: beanz, beds, carlsberg 2009
Sunday, 22 November 2009
Bed Saga Continues
This bed business has not been much fun. Since Carlsberg got ideas above her station, Beanz and I have had to sleep on the floor while she gets the best bed in the house.
But then I developed a cunning plan. So cunning that in the words of Black Adder, you could put a tail on it and call it a fox. Only I call it, "Mission Bunkbed"
I thought Mission Bunkbed was win-win until I felt the evil eye. Foiled!
I will have to start work on plan B.Labels: beds, carlsberg 2009, chips 2009
Friday, 20 November 2009
Online Shopping
I love online shopping, as long as it comes in a box. With plenty of packaging. Labels: carlsberg 2009
Friday, 25 September 2009
Alien Craft
I was out in the garden the other day, when a funny thing appeared on our lawn. Well, lawn is a very grand word for my teardrop of grass, but that is its name. Lawn.
I had a good look. Then TJam put some sticks in it. I don't want to lose my "curiosity" reputation, so I went in to have a look. Turns out TJam and the dogs are going on a camping trip. I am the only one not going, and I am the only one showing any enthusiasm round here.
Wait a minute. I am not invited? I jumped up on the tent and made 9 little holes in it. That'll teach 'em.
(Actually, I jumped on the tent to try and climb up it and fell off in a You've Been Framed movement, but don't tell anyone. They can quake at my vengance.)
I had a good look. Then TJam put some sticks in it. I don't want to lose my "curiosity" reputation, so I went in to have a look. Turns out TJam and the dogs are going on a camping trip. I am the only one not going, and I am the only one showing any enthusiasm round here.
Wait a minute. I am not invited? I jumped up on the tent and made 9 little holes in it. That'll teach 'em.
(Actually, I jumped on the tent to try and climb up it and fell off in a You've Been Framed movement, but don't tell anyone. They can quake at my vengance.)Labels: carlsberg 2009, tent
Saturday, 12 September 2009
Resistance
I will not move until I am good and ready. I don't care if TJam's mum IS coming to visit tomorrow, and TJam wants to cut my lawn.Labels: carlsberg 2009, lawn
Friday, 28 August 2009
King of the Castle
I am officially King (or Queen actually) of my castle. TJam took it apart and reassembled shorter and on top of the cupboard. I LOVE my hammock 8' high. It is GREAT.
Now Chips can't climb up and try to eat my food. It was getting boring.
Labels: carlsberg 2009, cat tree 2009, spot the cat
Wednesday, 19 August 2009
Accusations
TJam has just come home and found a couple of feathers. And the first thing she said was, "Oh no Carlsberg!" What kind of stereotyping is that? Why does she think that I would know how those feathers got there?
*burp*
Labels: carlsberg 2009, eaten 2009
Monday, 13 July 2009
Bready hill walking and bikes
Everything is very beautiful at the moment. Even more beautiful when people drop their picnic food and other unmentionable disgusting stuff. Beanz and I love it but TJam goes hopping mad when she sees it. We are so luck to live near walks like this.
At the weekend, we met up with Bready. We hadn't seen her for a while and she brough TJam some date slices. We did not get any.
We went out for a drive and climbed up a big hill. I never thought it would be possible in England, but we couldn't go to the top of the hill because it was actually too hot and we needed to stay near shade. Here is Bready half way up.
We made it to the pigeon tower on the first ledge.
TJam and Beanz had a little rest. They said they were posing for photos, but you don't need to lie on the ground to pose for a photo.
On Saturday, TJam needed to go and feed Silky's cats, but there was a big cycle race going on, so she had to cycle herself because a) she should cycle, not drive places and b) she couldn't get the car out of the drive because of the 5 deep river of cyclists. She cycled down the hill, against the flow and fed the cats.
She felt like a bit of a fraud coming back because she had to go with the official cyclists. She overtook a few, and even though she was only doing 2 miles and they were doing 55, it still felt good. It was also cool that the road was dominated by bikes, not cars. The motorists didn't see it like that. She could tell from the revving and gesticulation, but there are always at least 2 sides to everything. And TJam liked her side.
And a cat closer to home spent the day in the garden, with her black and white complemented by the flowers that have amazingly managed to grow.
At the weekend, we met up with Bready. We hadn't seen her for a while and she brough TJam some date slices. We did not get any.We went out for a drive and climbed up a big hill. I never thought it would be possible in England, but we couldn't go to the top of the hill because it was actually too hot and we needed to stay near shade. Here is Bready half way up.
We made it to the pigeon tower on the first ledge.
TJam and Beanz had a little rest. They said they were posing for photos, but you don't need to lie on the ground to pose for a photo.
On Saturday, TJam needed to go and feed Silky's cats, but there was a big cycle race going on, so she had to cycle herself because a) she should cycle, not drive places and b) she couldn't get the car out of the drive because of the 5 deep river of cyclists. She cycled down the hill, against the flow and fed the cats.She felt like a bit of a fraud coming back because she had to go with the official cyclists. She overtook a few, and even though she was only doing 2 miles and they were doing 55, it still felt good. It was also cool that the road was dominated by bikes, not cars. The motorists didn't see it like that. She could tell from the revving and gesticulation, but there are always at least 2 sides to everything. And TJam liked her side.
And a cat closer to home spent the day in the garden, with her black and white complemented by the flowers that have amazingly managed to grow.
Labels: beanz, carlsberg 2009, cycling
Thursday, 2 July 2009
Lunch Time Capers
-by Carlsberg the Hungry
When TJam called home for lunch today, she was rightly suspicious of this tail wagging dog that did not venture out of her box to run to the lunch bucket. It could only mean one thing...
Yes, that in the kitchen, there awaited a chilling (but not that uncommon) sight, of a half eaten bag of animal food on the floor. Problem is, it was MY FOOD!
Beanz had been loyal to her feline friend, and judging by the size of her belly, had not eaten much, if any. Chips's belly region and general posture of malaise told a different story of her part in the caper...
Not one to bear a grudge, I calmed myself from the thought of dogs stealing and eating MY FOOD with a little yoga posture I invented myself. I call it reclined triangle with dog and cat. It promotes harmony. And good digestion.
Labels: carlsberg 2009, chips 2009, eaten 2009
Tuesday, 16 June 2009
Spot the Cat 2009
It's been a while since TJam played Spot the Cat. She couldn't find me anywhere. All that lovely garden and no sunbathing cat...
It's not that our decking has become a junk yard over the winter, but you may just be able to spot me.
TJam was so ashamed after seeing this photo that she has since make big inroads on clearing it up. Now there is plenty of space for me to knock out some Zs.
It's not that our decking has become a junk yard over the winter, but you may just be able to spot me.
TJam was so ashamed after seeing this photo that she has since make big inroads on clearing it up. Now there is plenty of space for me to knock out some Zs.
Labels: carlsberg 2009, messy, sleep, spot the cat, tidy
Monday, 8 June 2009
Nosy Neighbour? Moi?
I was just minding my own business, looking into next door...
... when I heard the rustle of a camera case...
... but I think it was ok and I got away with it. I just made like I was on my way down anyway and that I had finished admiring the scenery...
Tum tee tum!
It wasn't me :)
Labels: carlsberg 2009
Sunday, 31 May 2009
Fly Screen
We had a bit of a problem with flies. What with my food bowl being out and those stinking dogs and all...
So TJam decided that we needed a screen of some description. They don't make those cool screen doors like they have in the States here, so we had to go with one from the Betterware catalogue. It was only a tenner, so it's not all bad.
However. TJam did not consult with me before installation. As you know, cats do not do change. Here is my first attempt at crossing the screen:
I did a little better on my second attempt.
I'll keep practising...
So TJam decided that we needed a screen of some description. They don't make those cool screen doors like they have in the States here, so we had to go with one from the Betterware catalogue. It was only a tenner, so it's not all bad.
However. TJam did not consult with me before installation. As you know, cats do not do change. Here is my first attempt at crossing the screen:
I did a little better on my second attempt.
I'll keep practising...
Labels: bravery, carlsberg 2009, fly screen
Saturday, 30 May 2009
Lifting and Backs
If your human throws stones into the van and then has to lean over to get them out and doesn't carry out back hygene and pulls her back, this is what your hall will look like. Probably for a few days too, til she can bend her knees and lift things PROPERLY. And no TJam, that does not mean you don't have to hoover. Although you probably won't anyway.As you can tell by the look on my face, I am disgusted and a little indignant. And a little disbelieving. I am very subtle and complex.
TJams says she purpose put extra junk in the hall on purpose to create a lived in atmosphere. Obviously it is usually show home, but she didn't want to make you feel bad.
Labels: back, carlsberg 2009, stones
Saturday, 11 April 2009
Did I or Didn't I?
Before I ask the question, "Did I or didn't I?" I want to tell you about this cool bed I found. TJam got some liners for some hanging baskets (don't hold your breath, she always gets as far as liners and even plants, but falls down when it comes to putting the two together).
I said, "This space is TAKEN. Move along please. There are no hanging baskets to make here."
TJam has been busy making Easter nests for Bamgee, Bready and Unliz. You have to imagine that the Easter hen laid flat eggs in her nest. Tjam didn't get to the shop in time to get small vegan eggs. I'm sure no one will notice.
TJam saved herself a nest to have with her cup of tea before she sets off. When she came into the kitchen, this is what she saw:
I quickly headed in the direction of the door and TJam didn't actually see me touch the cake, I just had my head near it.
There was dribble on the chocolate button, which was lying next to the nest, but since the nest is shiny anyway, TJam doesn't know if I licked the nest or not. Now she has to decide whether to take the chance and eat it anyway, or whether to play it safe and throw it away.
What would you do?
It would seem that 12" is just the right diameter for a cosy cat bed.
I said, "This space is TAKEN. Move along please. There are no hanging baskets to make here."
TJam has been busy making Easter nests for Bamgee, Bready and Unliz. You have to imagine that the Easter hen laid flat eggs in her nest. Tjam didn't get to the shop in time to get small vegan eggs. I'm sure no one will notice.
TJam saved herself a nest to have with her cup of tea before she sets off. When she came into the kitchen, this is what she saw:
I quickly headed in the direction of the door and TJam didn't actually see me touch the cake, I just had my head near it.There was dribble on the chocolate button, which was lying next to the nest, but since the nest is shiny anyway, TJam doesn't know if I licked the nest or not. Now she has to decide whether to take the chance and eat it anyway, or whether to play it safe and throw it away.
What would you do?
Labels: carlsberg 2009, easter nests, eaten 2009
Saturday, 14 March 2009
Times I Am Glad I Am Not a Mouse
Monday, 2 March 2009
Thomas Edison
As Thomas Edison said, "I haven't failed, I have discovered a thousand ways not to make a lightbulb" so TJam said, "I haven't failed, it was a good idea and now I have discovered a way not to cook a jacket potato."
TJam will not be getting any more ideas from Harry Hill's TV burp. You may be able to poach a salmon in the dishwasher, but cook a jacket potato, you cannot.
(Do you notice that salmons have been mentioned twice in the last week? What is going on?)
Labels: carlsberg 2009, dishwasher, failing, potato, salmon
Saturday, 14 February 2009
Valerian Teabags
- by Carlsberg
Today, Bamgee brought me a present. When she said, "Valerian Teabag wrapper" you could forgive me for not being all that excited.
Until I smelt it, that is.
Then I was very excited.
Now I am sleeping off my trip in a hazy eyed stupour.
cool man.
Peace out
Carls
x
Today, Bamgee brought me a present. When she said, "Valerian Teabag wrapper" you could forgive me for not being all that excited.
Until I smelt it, that is.
Then I was very excited.
Now I am sleeping off my trip in a hazy eyed stupour.
cool man.
Peace out
Carls
x
Labels: carlsberg 2009, valerian teabag
Sunday, 25 January 2009
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SECURITY CAT GUARDING SERVICES
DECEPTIVELY SMALL AND CUTE CAT WILL GUARD YOUR PRIVATE OR VALUABLE PAPER WORK FOR SMALL FEE. CATNIP DROPS ACCEPTED AS PART PAYMENT. RATES NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON COMFORT OF PAPER.
A3 SHEETS PREFERED BUT WILL CONSIDER A4 SIZE.
EXAMPLE OF WORK BELOW, (ACTUAL GUARDING POSITION MAY VARY)
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Labels: carlsberg 2009, security services 2009
Thursday, 15 January 2009
Cat Tree
- by Carlsberg
My food, my tree. Paws OFF. Do NOT try it again.
What happens when a dog waits until the humans go out and then tries to climb up a cat tree to eat a cat's breakfast?
My food, my tree. Paws OFF. Do NOT try it again.(and put my crinkly paper back in the box where it came from)
(and wash my bowl once you've licked it with your smooth doggy tongue)
Labels: carlsberg 2009, cat tree 2009, eaten 2009
