Hearth and Home // A New Addition

Meet Florence - the newest member of our family.

A New Arrival

One of the reasons I have been a bit quiet on the blog front over the past couple of weeks is this little munchkin...

Meet Sydney - the newest member of our family!

Sydney was one of a small litter that a friend's cat had three months ago. As they needed homes, my Mum decided to take one in, hoping she would be a companion for our cat Cleo, who has been on her own for about six months now.

Step by small step they are getting used to each other and while I was at home visiting, as I'm sure you can imagine, much of my time was taken up playing with both cat and kitten.

After all, who could resist that little face?

Even when it cheekily sticks out a tiny tongue!

Cleo's Guide to Life

Meow! Salutations! My name is Cleo. Avie and her family are my pets. I have noticed that she has been rather distracted from her job of giving me attention lately and have come to the conclusion that this blog is at fault. So I have taken it hostage. Today I thought I would give you my key steps to the good life.

Here goes...

1. Curiosity is your friend.

Sniff things. Pad them with your paws; feel them with your whiskers; taste them if you fancy. Ask questions about everything! And even though sometimes we make mistakes, this is how we learn and grow. For example, I know now that tasting bumble-bee results in a very swollen face and a trip to the vets. 

2. Stay focussed.

If you want to get to places, you have to concentrate. Put one foot in front of the other and try to stay balanced. Don't be put off if you have to take small steps. Racing ahead will mean you'll fall off the wall. Take in every moment of the journey - you learn as much from that as from reaching your goal. 

3. Be resourceful.

Obviously I much prefer to get my scratches and strokes from the humans, but sometimes you have to make do with what is at hand. A tree branch, car exhaust or new carpet can be just as useful - it's all about thinking outside the cat-carrier.

4. Do your stretches.

Keeping fit and healthy is important so make sure you get regular exercise and lots of fresh air. Look! I can touch my toes. Can you?

5. Relax.

Take some time for yourself in a quiet spot to rest and recuperate. If you can do this in the sunshine, well that's a bonus.

Cleo. x

Holly

Sadly our beautiful, curious little girl has left us this week. At only 18 months old this seems unjust and I am sad for the little hole she will leave in my family's home and for the little sister she leaves behind. 

After hearing the news, my partner sent such a sweet thought my way:

'I'm sending my energy to little Holly so her journey

wherever she is going will be safe. I hope she has

lots of cats to play with.'

I couldn't help be thankful: thankful that she mewed her way into our home and hearts, but even more thankful that I have someone who understands how important that is.