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Larry with Iggy and Ella
@larry-iggy-ella.bsky.social
Larry, cat dad to Iggy & Ella. Retired, married to Chris, with 2 children and 2 grandchildren. From Glasgow, live in Oldham. Deaf but speak french & cymraeg 💕 cats, Man City, cooking, fantasy novels, socialism, swimming & soul music. Ex labour, now Green
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@hedgewatatchers.bsky.socia #HedgewatchforKevy Ella is dedicating her evening #Hedgewatch to the friends and family of Kevy.
Well straight after 2nd breakfast this morning guess where Ella went for her nap? Yes, that box again. I won't be recycling it until she's found a new favourite box.
Happy #Caturday to all! We've been out all morning, got back and my wife opened a box of art supplies, emptied the box and left it in a chair for me to crush and put in the card and paper bin. I went to do it a couple of minutes later and found it fully occupied by someone small and floofy.
youtu.be/EdhoX1Xu6ZI This is an absolute banger! I already had the cover from the Brother to Brother and the Joe Bataan instrumental version. The original is the best, loved by both the Northern Soul and Jazz Funk scenes. Blistering lyrics and a beat to die for.
Gil Scott-Heron -- The Bottle (Official Version)
YouTube video by downlowpictures
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Iggy rarely goes into the tunnel which is mainly used by Ella. However he was fully occupying it here, hanging out of all 3 entry points. Fair to say, it suits a smaller cat more.
This was taken last night, we still had the patio doors open and the screen up at 23.00. Ella was below staring out on a #Hedgewatch but I couldn't photo her because she was behind the stumps. Iggy looks magnificent, he's so handsome you'd never guess that he's ill.
Happy #Caturday to you all. It's our youngest son's 30th birthday today. We bought him new walking boots and some walking gear. The boot box proved extremely popular, Ella moved in instantly.
Well it is #TBT. Here is daddy's number one boy about 18 months ago. Iggy has been to the V-E-T this morning for a claw trim. All sulking disappeared after 5 fréeze dried chicken treats. He is a very handsome man.
What a helpful cat we have! Iggy decided that he would participate in bedmaking this morning. He got himself under the traditional Welsh runner we have on the bed and played at ambushing and swiping at anyone passing by, including Ella. The goblin eyes give him away.
A purrfect #Caturday story. And a happy ending! BBC News - A missing cat was found in Leeds after disappearing last year - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
A missing cat was found in Leeds after disappearing last year
Ginge the cat was found in Leeds almost a year after going missing from his home in Sunderland.
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NYC: Seeking home for 2 cats due to owner's terminal illness
FRIENDS IN THE NYC AREA: Okay, this is a tough one, but please bear with me. My wife's lifelong friend has stage 4 pancreatic cancer and is desperately seeking a home for his two cats when that time comes. The elder, Wally, is something like 13 years old and DELIGHTFULLY dim. The younger, Doris,
We bought two new cardboard scratcher boards for downstairs as the old ones were the worse for wear. Ella nabbed the paper bag they came in, occupied it and looked so majestic. Nothing escapes her notice.
My new lampshade arrived, it looks terrific! Here it is in operation. Ella after sniffing at the box and then the lampshade, climbed right in as soon as the box was empty. She is so nosy, she followed me upstairs with the box. No box or bag permitted entry without passing the Ella sniff test.
I reached 🐝 Queen Bee in the SpellBee game! 🏆 311/311 points 📝 54 words ⭐️ 1 Pangram Give it a try and beat my score! spellbee.game/g/cikgnsu
SpellBee — Spelling Words
Can you beat my score? Make words from the letters in SpellBee.
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Well, we're heading towards another heatwave. It will be up to 26 tomorrow and reaching 30 on Friday. I know some of you are reporting 40 plus but I'm not looking forward to it. The heat puts extra pressure on Iggy's heart. Anyway, here's the man himself stretched out today at 20c.
I reached 🐝 Queen Bee in the SpellBee game! 🏆 213/213 points 📝 48 words ⭐️ 3 Pangrams Give it a try and beat my score! spellbee.game/g/abckenr
SpellBee — Spelling Words
Can you beat my score? Make words from the letters in SpellBee.
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Happy #Caturday! It's my 45th wedding anniversary today but it's also a sad day for us as my Mother in law died today 5 years ago. So a bit low key, we'll have a nice meal tonight. My son only knew the Fatboy Slim version of this, which I didn't know. Original and imo best! youtu.be/iYa8F0827_g
Camille Yarbrough - Take Yo' Praise (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Craft Recordings
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Mixed news from the vet today on Iggy. His heartbeat was steady and the vet said not as high as last time. Bad news he has lost 0.6 kg from 7 to 6.4. He didn't need to lose weight. He's long enough to stand on the floor and have his front paws and head on the kitchen counter. We suspected as 1/2
And here we have the epitome of 'manspreading'. Iggy was actually sleeping in this position! Wish him well, he's off to the vet tomorrow, it's a 6 month check up on his heart and breathing. It's been 18 months since we found he had a heart tumour. We think he's lost weight lately and are worried.
Mmm, not sure how I managed to post a shortie that but this is right now. I also played this on my trip out this morning. I like the Jerry Cook version too but Sidney is the man. Another fast obscure brilliant 60s soul record. youtu.be/SMZNkyyCBWY
Sidney Barnes - I Hurt On The Other Side
YouTube video by brico
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Happy #Caturday to you all! We've been to the garden centre to buy cat grass this morning as our current offerings were looking sad. This came on in the car and I can't stop singing it now. I do like obscure 60s soul. youtu.be/gKOFp4CBX2Y
Silhouettes - Not Me Baby
YouTube video by Soultwinz
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Happy Wednesday from adoptable kitty, Hope! Hope is hard at work at Pet Valu (16507 Rabbit Hill Road SW, Edmonton, AB), she is on floor inspector duty and is happily answering questions and directing people to the products they are looking for! This little cutie is a ray of light and she is going
Our new table decorative centre piece, Ella. Ella may have misplaced her limbs and tail. She is such a polite and glamorous lady.
Ella cooperated for a #tongueouttuesday special. Here's the diva herself, at her toilette. All tastefully done!
Iggy is loafing on the floor next to his purple octopus. A minute earlier, he was rolling on the floor bunny kicking and biting it. His favourite toy is a fishing rod with ribbons, he just can't resist, especially when it's dragged across the floor or furniture.
Someone played Martha & the Vandellas Heatwave on here earlier. From singing that, I then can't stop singing this Popcorn Wylie number. No idea how my mind linked the two other than both 60s Detroit soul. youtu.be/FpSO05tTyi8
Luther Ingram - If It's All The Same To You Baby
YouTube video by brico
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Masterclass in napping with Iggy. 1 - Make sure your feet are raised and pink beans on display. 2 - Make sure your head is properly supported. 3 - Have something comfortable to lie on 4 - Feel safe and secure. Spot the gaffer tape holding the box together.
Large handsome white male cat Iggy just wanted to wake up from his nap to say happy #Caturday to you. He'll quickly return to his quality rest and récupération. Eating and napping can be so exhausting.
Happy #Caturday everyone! I caught Ella airing her pantaloons and doing pull ups on the screen door. We're back in Wales after the heatwaves and we can't believe how parched it looks, every field is yellow grass. Still, madame was busy bug hunting. Elegant climbing, less so the descent. #Hedgewatch