Unbecoming Levity

Been Shopping?

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:29 -0500

Here are the ladies of my life at PetCo buying all the paraphernalia we would need for our new kittens.

Staging Area

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:30 -0500

This is the temporary area we penned in for the kittens to initially stay in while they got used to us. They were climbing out of it within a few hours.

Debbie, Dolly, and Dottie

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:32 -0500

These were the provisional names given to the kittens that the shelter was supposed to hold for us. Since Wednesday I've had to keep reminding my daughter not to get too attached to them because for any number of reasons these might not be the kittens coming home with us.

I guess it was fortunate I did so. Due to a mix up at the shelter, Dolly (my favorite) was promised to another family.

So we had to select a kitten to replace her, but we told the folks at the shelter that if for some reason the other people decided they didn't want Dolly, to call us and we would take her.

Introducing Cherokee

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:29 -0500

Dolly's replacement, "Cherokee" (provisionally named "Regina #6" by the shelter) bats at a "Cat Dancer" toy. What a cutie!

Introducing Sunflower

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:33 -0500

The camera distracts Sunflower (formerly "Debbie") from the bell ball she was batting about.

Introducing Sprinkles

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:28 -0500

Here's Sprinkles (formerly "Dottie") batting at a spring mounted bell toy.

Gnarrrr!

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:31 -0500

Sprinkles gets her bite on.

The Brood Plays

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:35 -0500

Here's all three kittens playing in the staging area. We had to go back to PetCo today to pick up a couple more kitty beds. The salesperson assured us that the one bed we picked up was more than big enough for three kittens.

As you can see, it isn't.

Wow You Guys Should Try This!

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:33 -0500

Cherokee discovers that Patty has two laptops. And they're both quite warm!

Sprinkle Spots

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:29 -0500

I love the pattern on Sprinkles's coat. Sunflower meanwhile thinks Sprinkles's tail is far more interesting.

Sunflower Explores

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:30 -0500

Sunny contemplates pouncing on one of the other kittens as she explores the living room.

Zzzzzzzz...

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:32 -0500

Sprinkles dozes next to the xbox DVD remote.

Crawlspaces are Cool!

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:34 -0500

Cherokee checks out the tiny crevice between the hassock and the couch.

Two Cats and a Pat

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:35 -0500

Cherokee and Sprinkles try to grab the cat dancer while Pat relaxes and enjoys the show.

Hooked

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:32 -0500

Ermmm... can someone detach me from this drape... please?

The drapes are apparently a big hit with Sunflower.

Getting Ready to Hop

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:34 -0500

Sprinkles prepares to hop down and prowl the living room.

Chero-cutie

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:31 -0500

What a cutie! Cherokee is fluffing up the blanket here in preparation for stretching out next to Patty.

The Contraption

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:28 -0500

Sprinkles demonstrates the LitterMaid. Not only do the cats seem to use it, we've caught them playing in it more than once. And unlike Maya, these kitties bury their handiwork.

Sisters on the Prowl

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 03:40:33 -0500

These two tend to hang together while Cherokee is a bit more of a loner.

Her Royal Cuteness

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:14:49 -0500

Awwww...

Gazing

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:15:33 -0500

Sprinkles is fascinated by the snowy world outside the window.

Loner

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:16:33 -0500

While the other kittens play, Cherokee rests comfortably on Patty's swivel chair, tucked safely under the desk.

The Face

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:19:45 -0500

Here Sunflower is making the Jacobson's Organ Face.

I Have You Now...

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:20:32 -0500

Kittens ready to rumble!!!

Hah!

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:21:10 -0500

A playful tussle begins.

Little Lions

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:23:57 -0500

You are using Benetti's Defense against me, eh?

Wraaawwwr!!!

Abacquer — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 11:25:24 -0500

Someone needs to explain to Sunflower that you generally want to keep your eyes open during a fight. But what she's lacking in skill she certainly makes up for in enthusiasm!

Catnap

Abacquer — Wed, 30 Nov 2005 08:10:04 -0500

Sunflower is sprawled out in Sprinkles's bed here after a long tussle with one end of the cat dancer.

Do You Mind?

Abacquer — Wed, 30 Nov 2005 08:11:05 -0500

I'm trying to sleep here!

Rotate Every 10 Minutes

Abacquer — Wed, 30 Nov 2005 08:12:13 -0500

There is nothing quite so comfortable looking as a sleeping cat.