The Neighborhood

So, this kitty has adopted us. He sleeps on the back porch often, watches us work in the yard, follows us around the yard, greets us when we are about to leave, and drinks water from the little birdbath. He finds a different place to go when it's raining or cold which may explain his recent three day absence. I know, I know...why don't we let him inside?? Well, truth is...Josh is VERY allergic to cats oddly enough, even though he grew up with MANY his entire life.

Last night we went on a walk. Aliyah wanted Tufsey to come along so daddy being a sweet daddy carried Tufsey. The hives were starting on his arms, and he had some itchy eyes. Much exposure to cats--even the short haired Tufsey gives him the symptoms. Of course, Tufsey in the way of cats couldn't be more perfect. He isn't jumpy, loves to follow us, is cute, and never growls or hisses at any of us--unlike other cats we've seen around. No, he doesn't bother birds or anything either. Oh yes, you will see a collar in the picture. That is a new addition by Aliyah and Josh from yesterday.

Another thing...we have yearly garage sales. As of a few days ago, we have received daily questions from people as to when we are having our garage sale. One is in the works, but it's funny to have people anticipating it. We were out working in the yard last night and these ladies riding bikes with their kids stopped to ask the date of it--quite funny. I'm going to have to start using those rainy/cold evenings to mark items because--yes it's time to lighten the house again!

Well, we're off to enjoy this day that is supposed to be 80 degrees--can I hear the "Hallelujah Chorus"?? This makes me really come alive--I love the sun and WARM/HOT weather. Have I ever mentioned that?