Wednesday Dose of Cute: That Autumn Look

It's in the Light

We call this neat little antique structure, which is made from hand hewn logs and sits just few feet away from The Shack, the Cat Cabin (you can see more of it, including how it's slowly sinking into the ground, here and here). The grandson of the couple my hunky farmguy Joe bought this farm from 20 years ago (who also happens to be the donkey peddling cowboy) told me that his grandmother always referred to it as The Smokehouse.

Two elderly brothers in overalls, who showed up one day a few years ago to visit and reminisce because they were related to an even earlier owner of the property, told me that at one point there were 13 children down here and this was the boys bunkhouse. (I can't remember now exactly when this was, and just how these two entertaining old guys were related to them, but I have it all written down somewhere.) I asked if there had been some kind of chinking between the logs back then, since it would have been awfully drafty in the winter. They couldn't remember, since neither of them had been down here since they were kids in the 1930s.

Sunday Dose of Cute: Brotherly Love

Patchy Cat and J2 in the Cat Cabin

Looked at too many lambies lately? Pore over pussycat pics instead:
J2
Patchy Cat
Sylvester
Topaz
Smudge
Sarah Kit Kat Kate
Mr. Midnight
New Cat
Molly Doodlebug (aka The Doodle Monster)

© Copyright 2009 FarmgirlFare.com, the furriest, friendliest foodie farm blog where the cats don't get as much attention—or blog space—as they're used to this time of year, and I haven't been giving enough attention to the comments section (here and at In My Kitchen Garden). I hope to have a chance to answer more of your questions soon. Thanks for your patience—and your comments! And for those of you who haven't had enough looks at the lambs, don't worry, there are plenty more cute photos to come.

Tuesday Daily Dose of Cute: Where the Boys Are

Patchy Cat and J2 in the Cat Cabin

Want to see more farm feline photos?
J2
Farm Boss Patchy Cat
Sarah Kit Kat Kate
Topaz
Smudge
New Cat
Molly Doodlebug (aka The Doodle Monster)

© Copyright 2008 FarmgirlFare.com, the award-winning blog where we'll never stop being in awe of the innate elegance and grace of cats—and sometimes we love a photo so much that we decide to post it even though it isn't 100% in focus.

Farm Photo 1/10/08: Cat On A Hot Tin Roof

Feline Friend Or Furry Heat Detector?

Actually, the old tin roof on The Shack probably isn't real hot, but the woodstove chimney must put out some heat because cozied up next to it is one of J2's favorite winter places to be. Plus the view is great.

As for the big cracks in the top piece of the chimney, they happened when the whole thing flew onto the lawn during that bad storm back in July 2006 (the one where the greenhouse blew apart and Lindy The Chicken went missing). I figured we could just patch it back together with duct tape (I love that stuff), but Joe used some sort of special high-temp glue instead. So far so good.

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You'll find other pictures of J2 here, lots more farm cat photos here, and various farm life stories and tidbits here.

© 2008 FarmgirlFare.com, the award-winning blog where Farmgirl Susan shares stories & photos of her crazy country life on 240 remote acres.

Farm Photo: 6/16/07

Heading Out Of The Heat

We're in the middle of a scorching heatwave, also known as summer, and farm cats can be counted on to find the coolest places around. In this case that means under the 100+ year-old half of The Shack. If we had a basement I'd be sleeping in it every night until at least the middle of September.

Heatwave or not, I'm just happy J2 was out and about. Today was the first time I'd seen him leave the cat cabin since his pal New Cat died unexpectedly last week. I was afraid J2 would go off in search of his buddy, but instead he's been staying in the cat cabin so he wouldn't miss New Cat's return.

I miss New Cat something fierce, but my loss is nothing compared to J2's. Those two were the best of friends who spent nearly every waking moment together, then slept curled up side by side each night on their silly pink wool bed. Tell me animals don't have real feelings, and I'll show you a heartbroken cat.

"It's a bad time of year to chuck a kitten in there with him," Joe said the other day when I mentioned how bad I felt for J2. He meant that in the kindest possible way, but sometimes the things that guy says crack me up. He was right, though. Life on a farm is risky enough for a cat, and snake season is especially dangerous if you're an innocent kitten.



J2 is a friendly guy, but because he was so close to New Cat he didn't want much attention from us. Now several times a day he jumps over to his feeding perch in the cat cabin and cries out for affection. This afternoon I was out in the yard hanging laundry on the line and was thrilled to see him heading toward me and loudly meowing hello. I could hear his purr box running on high from several feet away.

As I pet and he purred, I explained to J2 that I understand how lonely he is and assured him that a new feline friend would be bunking with him soon. I have no doubt that another cat in need of a home will find us. They always do.

Daily Farm Photo: 12/17/06

J2 With A Good View

Attention Cat Lovers! This Is Weekend Cat Blogging #80!
My bread baking pal KitchenMage is harboring all the links to this week's kitties. And if you need a good eyeball washing (or your faith in humanity restored), do stop over at Bernie Berlin's blog, A Place To Bark. . . And Meow. Her selfless, loving efforts are simply beyond extraordinary. You can also click here to see some of the fabulous donated artwork that will be going up for auction on ebay in January. The first phase of Bernie's art auction raised nearly $1,200 desperately needed dollars. All proceeds go directly to Bernie's non-profit dog and cat rescue, A Place To Bark, in Tennessee. And if you are looking for a special furry friend to share your life with, A Place To Bark always has lots of adorable animals hoping for new homes. Delivery to other states is even often possible.

A year of Daily Photos ago: She's Not Over There

Weekend Cat Blogging #51

Cat Shelf

Attention Cat Lovers! This Is Weekend Cat Blogging #51!
See fun feline photos & discover tasty new food blogs. Visit my pal Clare & the gorgeous guest cat this week over at Eat Stuff in Australia for all the links to this week's kitties (plus news about next week's very special edition of Weekend Cat Blogging). For more cat snapshots, catch the traveling Carnival Of The Cats each Sunday night. And the weekly Friday Ark boards everything from cats to cephalopods.

Weekend Cat Blogging #41

J2 On The Potting Bench

(Law Of Cats #74: If the sun shines on it, they will come--whether they should be there or not.)

Attention Cat Lovers! This Is Weekend Cat Blogging #41!
See fun feline photos & discover yummy new food blogs. Visit my pal Clare & her crazy Cat Kiri at Eat Stuff in Australia for all the links to this week's kitties. We'd love to have you join us. Just leave your permalink in a comment at Eat Stuff. For even more pussycat pics, be sure to catch the traveling Carnival Of The Cats each Sunday night. And the weekly Friday Ark features everything from cats to Carolina Parakeets.

Weekend Cat Blogging #30

How To Stay Warm If You're Not A Super Fluff

The boys love their new wool bed in The Cat Cabin--even if it is bright pink. (What was I thinking?) That's extra wool piled up behind them.

Attention Cat Lovers! This Is Weekend Cat Blogging #30!
See fun feline photos & discover yummy new food blogs. Visit my pal Clare & her crazy cat Kiri at Eat Stuff in Australia for all the links to this week's kitties. And for more pussycat pics, catch the traveling Carnival Of The Cats each Sunday night.

Weekend Cat Blogging #24

I'm Not Coming Out 'Til It Warms Up!
(J2 Peeks Out From The Back Of The Cat Cabin)

Attention Cat Lovers! It's time for Weekend Cat Blogging #24!
Food Bloggers around the world unite each week and share pictures of our favorite felines. See cute cat photos and discover yummy food blogs. My pal Clare & her amazing cat Kiri are back in fine form, so you'll find all the links to this week's entries at Eat Stuff in Australia. We'd love to have you join us. Just send your permalink in a comment to Clare (Kiri's slave) at Eat Stuff and add a "Weekend Cat Blogging" tag to your post.

Daily Farm Photo: 9/17/05

J2 & New Cat Survey The Day From The Cat Cabin

Attention Cat Lovers! It's time for Weekend Cat Blogging #15!
Food Bloggers around the world unite each week and share pictures of our favorite felines. See cute cat photos and discover yummy food blogs. You'll find all the links to this week's entries here at Eat Stuff in Australia (run by the adorable Kiri). We'd love to have you join us. Just send your permalink in a comment to Clare (Kiri's slave) at Eat Stuff and add a "Weekend Cat Blogging" tag to your post.

Daily Farm Photo: 6/25/05

J2 In The Cat Cabin: Where's Breakfast?