Category Archives: Cats Plants Animals

B95

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Abby

I was so thrilled to see the news report that the Moonbird, B95, was recently spotted.  See my review and discussion of the book by Phillip Hoose here to understand why I’m excited about this news.

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Spring is coming…and thanks

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Abby

I have absolute proof that spring is coming, despite the snow currently fluffing through the air:  at Monday morning’s storytime, several of my regular attendees – kids who are always attentive – were practically bouncing off the walls.  Some of … Continue reading →

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Ophy

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Abby

Ophelia Harper Kingsbury ~ 1998 – February 26, 2013 Goodbye, my sweet.

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Ah, vacation…

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Abby

We had a great vacation – relaxing, refreshing, and fun.  Here are a few highlights:

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Ophy

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Abby

Ophy, my furry soulmate and Jim’s feline best friend, isn’t feeling so well these days.  We’re pretty worried about her, so please keep your fingers (and paws) crossed that she gets better. 

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Man in the Moon

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Abby

Last Sunday, to assuage my guilt at wasting time watching the Olympics, I decided to multitask and make a necklace while observing other people being active (which always makes me feel woefully chubby and out of shape).  The necklace is … Continue reading →

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Cats

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Abby

There’s no better feeling than to shuffle out of bed in the morning into the kitchen, only to be greeted by feline adoration.  Ophy looks anxiously through the French door, pawing impatiently at the door as I walk towards and through … Continue reading →

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Resident Rodent

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Abby

Though we’ve always had mice living in the attic and basement of our one-story home, there has only been one mouse dumb enough to venture into the living space - and a younger Pippa quickly and proudly killed that mouse.  Until … Continue reading →

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Pippa

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Abby

The vet came by yesterday for another check of Pippa, our fifteen-ish year old tuxedo cat.  At her annual exam in February, Dr. Reiner told us that Pippa now has old-age kidney problems, and gave us a prescription to try the special … Continue reading →

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Spring!

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Abby

The snow has finally receded, and the crocus are enjoying the sun: Thank goodness for spring, especially after this winter…

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