HAPPINESS & A SNUGGLY CAT

Sparks

 

snuggly cat happiness: A grey, tabby Manx cat sleeping on a throw with bicycles with a quote from Robert-Baden Powell, "The most worth-while thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others."

 

I know snuggly cats make my life happy. And I hope our blog adds some happiness to your life.

This is our first Spark from Robert Baden-Powell. He’s an interesting and highly accomplished individual. Click on his name to find out more about him.

Sparks is the creation of Annie from McGuffy’s Reader. Sparks began as a blog hop, created by our friend. Annie stated when she began Sparks, “I believe we are meant to be lights in this world. If we allow our light to shine, we can see where we are going. It is then that we can begin to truly see each other clearly. Together, we can light up the entire world.”

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Sawyer will be joining the Awww Mondays blog hop hosted by Sandee at Comedy Plus. If you would like to be a part of the hop, click on the Awww badge.

 

The Adventures of Periwinkle & Stinky

Tuesday is adventure time for our two fun-loving tabbies, Periwinkle & Stinky. It’s Periwinkle’s turn to plan their adventure. That means you can join them tomorrow at Friends Furever. I know the kitties will be looking for you, so don’t forget to pop in tomorrow and share in their fun.

 

October 9, 2023 by Awww Mondays Sparks 14

14 Responses

  1. Amy says:
    October 11, 2023 at 7:33 pm

    Such a true saying. And this is why our dogs and cats are loved so much, because they give us so much happiness.

    Reply
  2. meowmeowmans says:
    October 10, 2023 at 10:52 pm

    That is a true quote indeed. And snuggly kities make us happy, too!

    Reply
  3. Indulgedfurries says:
    October 10, 2023 at 5:17 pm

    Fantastic spark. The best thing about kitties is that they bring happiness every day!

    Reply
  4. messymimi says:
    October 10, 2023 at 2:40 pm

    Bringing joy to others brings me joy, too. Reading about your cats does make me happy.

    Reply
  5. mommakatandherbearcat says:
    October 10, 2023 at 9:47 am

    Ellie Mae makes sure I get my required purr therapy every day 🙂

    Reply
  6. Meezer'sMews&TerrieristicalWoofs says:
    October 10, 2023 at 2:45 am

    That’s a great spark, and so true! Imagine the way our world would be if everyone did that!!
    Snuggles are cozy and sweet.

    Reply
  7. A ShutterBug Explores says:
    October 9, 2023 at 4:46 pm

    Sweet napping kitty and adorable photo and awesome spark ~ thanks,

    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

    Reply
  8. Ellen J Pilch says:
    October 9, 2023 at 1:19 pm

    Beautiful spark and adorable photo. XO

    Reply
  9. Sandee says:
    October 9, 2023 at 12:02 pm

    It’s always good to see Sawyer. He’s most handsome and I love the Spark. Excellent.

    Noelle is most happy to see her handsome boyfriend this morning.

    Thank you for joining the Awww Mondays Blog Hop.

    Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week. Scritches all around, a smooch to Cooper Murphy and Sawyer and a big hug to mom. ♥

    Reply
  10. The Florida Furkids says:
    October 9, 2023 at 9:14 am

    Great Spark. Noelle is thrilled to see her handsome boyfriend today!

    The Florida Furkids with love and whisker kisses to Sawyer from Noelle

    Reply
  11. Katie Isabella says:
    October 9, 2023 at 8:13 am

    I try to fulfill that saying of Mr. Powell.

    Reply
  12. Pam and Ted says:
    October 9, 2023 at 3:58 am

    Awwwww……that picture of Sawyer absolutely makes us AWWW and we love keeping up with the adventures of ALL of the Blues Gang!

    Hugs, Teddy and Mom Pam

    Reply
  13. Loulou says:
    October 9, 2023 at 3:57 am

    Well, we agree with that for sure.
    And just watching someone be happy because of a kind action is gold itself.

    Reply
  14. Leah says:
    October 9, 2023 at 2:51 am

    Good spark and yes indeed snuggly cats, and even unsnuggly cats help make me happy! Your posts, pics, and writings about cats certainly cause happy moments every day!

    Reply

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YOU
For Fiona

It seems like only yesterday…
You were just a kitten.
When I saw your pleading look,
I was completely smitten.

Now at only six years old,
You are getting ready to leave,
Soon you will have your wings.
I’ve already started to grieve.

You’ve fought hard for the past year,
And I’m not ready to say good-bye.
I can’t imagine you not in my life
I am so sad…today I had to cry.

I am grateful and blessed
For my six years with you.
You’ll live in my heart forever.
You’re one of the best ever Kitties Blue.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2016

YESTERDAY

Many yesterdays have passed since
You gained your angel wings. Today
Is six months since you left us behind
To remember and mourn. Our hearts
Continue to hurt, and we miss
You as much as the day you left.
Giulietta whined from the catio
Yesterday as I worked in the yard.
I know you put her up to it. That
Was your way of getting me to,
Allow you to join me as I
Gardened. You were there with me
In spirit. With every meow
I thought of you and how much I miss
Your sweet face and disposition.
In these past few months, many friends
Have traveled your same path in your
paw-steps. I am certain you were
Waiting to greet them with purrs and hugs.
I pray you and your friends are laughing,
Frolicking and having fun together.
Picturing that makes me smile, but
Does not lessen my sadness at your
No longer being here to snuggle
And receive our love, care and kisses.
Fiona, please do not ever forget
You are still and always will be loved.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 06/01/2017

ONE YEAR MISSING YOU

One year has passed since you flew away,
And I still think of you everyday.
I see your sweet face in my mind’s eye
And wish we’d never had to say good-bye.
It’s nice you’ve sent us kitties needing a family,
But my dearest love, we are now at capacity.
You thought it would take more than one cat
To take your place in our habitat.
We love Cooper Murphy and baby Sawyer dearly
But thinking either could replace you makes me teary.
You were one-of-a-kind and will stay in my heart
Until the day I join you and we’re no longer apart.
When once again I can hold you in my arms
And revel in all your love and feline charms.
Together with you and all who have passed.
I will spend eternity contemplating how blessed
I was to share my life with my furry children,
Each and every one of you one-in-a billion.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2017

UNTIL

I miss you each day.
Until we meet in heaven,
The pain will remain.

© Giulietta Blue 11/01/17

ONE OF A KIND

I don’t know how to say good-bye.
I thought you were invincible; though,
You used up many of your nine lives.
You ruled us all with an iron paw;
Never took “no” for an answer
And always got your way.
If not, you’d bark to signal your
Displeasure and sometimes raise a paw.
I always joked that you were bi-polar.
When I told people you were a calico
They immediately understood what I meant.
Today was unnaturally quiet in the house.
Can a home seem empty with eight cats?
I will miss waking up at night to find you
Sitting next to me and staring at me.
I will miss you yelling at us as you did
When you wanted breakfast and dinner.
I will miss watching you lounging and snoozing
On the porch settee on a warm afternoon.
But most of all I will miss your kisses!
When kitten Sawyer befriended you,
We suspect you were imparting your
Wisdom and secrets for controlling us.
Time will tell if he was a good listener.
But whatever he may have learned,
Neither Sawyer nor any other cat
Can or will replace you in our hearts.
Lily Olivia, you were one-of-a-kind.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 01/03/2018

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Married: July 23, 2016

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Married: June 23, 2016

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YOU
For Fiona

It seems like only yesterday…
You were just a kitten.
When I saw your pleading look,
I was completely smitten.

Now at only six years old,
You are getting ready to leave,
Soon you will have your wings.
I’ve already started to grieve.

You’ve fought hard for the past year,
And I’m not ready to say good-bye.
I can’t imagine you not in my life
I am so sad…today I had to cry.

I am grateful and blessed
For my six years with you.
You’ll live in my heart forever.
You’re one of the best ever Kitties Blue.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2016

YESTERDAY

Many yesterdays have passed since
You gained your angel wings. Today
Is six months since you left us behind
To remember and mourn. Our hearts
Continue to hurt, and we miss
You as much as the day you left.
Giulietta whined from the catio
Yesterday as I worked in the yard.
I know you put her up to it. That
Was your way of getting me to,
Allow you to join me as I
Gardened. You were there with me
In spirit. With every meow
I thought of you and how much I miss
Your sweet face and disposition.
In these past few months, many friends
Have traveled your same path in your
paw-steps. I am certain you were
Waiting to greet them with purrs and hugs.
I pray you and your friends are laughing,
Frolicking and having fun together.
Picturing that makes me smile, but
Does not lessen my sadness at your
No longer being here to snuggle
And receive our love, care and kisses.
Fiona, please do not ever forget
You are still and always will be loved.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 06/01/2017

ONE YEAR MISSING YOU

One year has passed since you flew away,
And I still think of you everyday.
I see your sweet face in my mind’s eye
And wish we’d never had to say good-bye.
It’s nice you’ve sent us kitties needing a family,
But my dearest love, we are now at capacity.
You thought it would take more than one cat
To take your place in our habitat.
We love Cooper Murphy and baby Sawyer dearly
But thinking either could replace you makes me teary.
You were one-of-a-kind and will stay in my heart
Until the day I join you and we’re no longer apart.
When once again I can hold you in my arms
And revel in all your love and feline charms.
Together with you and all who have passed.
I will spend eternity contemplating how blessed
I was to share my life with my furry children,
Each and every one of you one-in-a billion.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 11/30/2017

UNTIL

I miss you each day.
Until we meet in heaven,
The pain will remain.

© Giulietta Blue 11/01/17

ONE OF A KIND

I don’t know how to say good-bye.
I thought you were invincible; though,
You used up many of your nine lives.
You ruled us all with an iron paw;
Never took “no” for an answer
And always got your way.
If not, you’d bark to signal your
Displeasure and sometimes raise a paw.
I always joked that you were bi-polar.
When I told people you were a calico
They immediately understood what I meant.
Today was unnaturally quiet in the house.
Can a home seem empty with eight cats?
I will miss waking up at night to find you
Sitting next to me and staring at me.
I will miss you yelling at us as you did
When you wanted breakfast and dinner.
I will miss watching you lounging and snoozing
On the porch settee on a warm afternoon.
But most of all I will miss your kisses!
When kitten Sawyer befriended you,
We suspect you were imparting your
Wisdom and secrets for controlling us.
Time will tell if he was a good listener.
But whatever he may have learned,
Neither Sawyer nor any other cat
Can or will replace you in our hearts.
Lily Olivia, you were one-of-a-kind.

© Janet Buickerood Blue 01/03/2018

Kitty Couples

Angels
Allie & Mau
Married: July 23, 2016

Astrid & Sampson
Married: June 23, 2016

Lisbeth & Angel Charles

Noelle & Sawyer

Tyebe & Snap aka Cooper Murphy