Isaac is here. He is actually lovely. The rain began this morning around 4:00 with just a whisper, and it has continued like that. It feels like a benediction. At the moment the radar map shows a gigantic feathery swirl reaching up here and into the northwest — with the larger hot-spots still remaining in the southeast. So we may still get clobbered — but at the moment this feels like heaven, after the inferno of the summer.
So, with compassion for those others who got hit harder, in this household we are grateful today.
And the picture of what life may come to be like in this household continues to develop. As the storm approached, the boys started fighting in earnest, so time-out and separation overnight seemed called-for. Today, though, is what looks as close to ideal as I ever hope to see.
Barnes, taking up space. Together, enjoying the gentle rain.
Barnes mutilates the Chip-n-Chirp.
I am Master Of The Chip-n-Chirp.
catself 
I’m glad you’re getting the rains! We were trying to push it out west with our super-duper-mind control, to those drought areas so needing it…
What a great idea, dear FeyGirl. Let us join in and do our part. But it doesn’t seem to working, does it. Poor drought-places. I heard Texas people are coming over here to buy hay for their stock. Not much hay over here either. 😦
Oooo, FeyGirl is powerful! Happy you’re getting rain for that parched land. Still keep us posted.
Yes, those boys are looking like old friends. Amazing…. How’d that happen so fast?!
Miracle, if you ask me. It was fast, wasn’t it! In large part due to big happy Barney, methinks.
Mellowness does not go amiss in these situations! Yaaaay Barney!
I hope it’s OK to remember Fangie’s influence on Bugsy, especially when I think of Bugsy doing exuberant Fangie tricks (The Chest Carom) while Fangie lived, but retreating to quiet Bugsy afterward.
So extremely OK, dear Lahgitana. Any opportunity to remember Fangie, I say. May his memory be ever green.
<:-D Wait'll Barney becomes Barnedle Dangle off that delicate antique desk! hahhahahahaa (I don't know if you have one…. but the thought…. yikes!
Ker-ash. Although believe it or not, despite his enormous bulk, he’s more nimble than dear Fangie was. He’s already jumped from the counter and landed on the edge of the sink, without mishap. How do they do that? Cat-feet! I want my feet to be like cat-feet!
Oh gawd, me too. I just took a header in the garage yesterday, hands full, and managed to get an owie on each limb. How’d I do that?! If I’d had cat feet, I’d-a just launched myself across the room instead of down. Ow ow ow! (Oh wait! That sounds like BuddyBoop!)
Oh crap. I am sorry.
Yeah, I’m a barrel of laughs! This is the kind of thing that makes me tired. No wonder I feel like I can’t write! I’m OK, though.
Thank goodness. You take care, please!
workin’ on it, mindin’ mah own bidness! >:-D
Gorgeous pictures. Glad to hear that Isaac is being gentle at the moment. I hope it continues that way. Wishing you a safe time there!
I am so glad you enjoy the pictures. Sometimes I think I have mush for brains and body, the way I positively — well, ooze seems the right word — into the pictures of these glorious creatures. It’s just wonderful to know you like them, too. Thank you Long Life.
The huge diamond in the middle of Barney’s face slays me, by the way. Does it always make him look a bit cross-eyed or is it just because he is concentrating so clearly on you with the camera?
Me, too, Wazeau! I was just staring at that photo of Barne and wondering if it was an optical illusion or maybe he looks cross-eyed because I get cross-eyed looking at his beautiful diamond…I just know he is a handsome fellow and his personality really shines through.
And I, too, think that FeyGirl’s superpowers can end the drought.
Glad there is ‘no depression’ in your household, Bean!
I’m really not sure about the cross-eyed impression, guys. I don’t get that, myself. For me, my response to the images springs from feeling the total package of the boy — looks, movement, what he does . . . . but then I have the great advantage of being with the dear guy in person minute-to-minute. So I can link the look on his face with his whole vibe. Which is the most interesting mix of sprightliness and kindness and spit. He’s just fascinating to me!
And typist, you are the coolest. I like to be sly with the tags — and you spot them! Love you gal.
Oh, Bean! Your slyness is greatly enjoyed and appreciated ’round here! YOU are the coolest! Love YOU!
Back and forth. FUN!!!
I love that last picture of Barney, he’s got a big ol’ goofy look on his face! A little fighting now and then is expected, sounds like it’s going pretty good though! Sweet boys.
Yeah, about the fighting, Andrea — but not a trace of it this morning, so halleluyah for that. I keep trying to ease up on my adverse reaction when those spats break out — but I really wish they wouldn’t. Can’t help it. But am working with myself on it. Isn’t that last picture something else? What a guy. He is a big ol’ goofy guy for sure.
Ah…. I see it now. Why Barney was destined to be with you at this very moment of your life! It’s this huge generous love that transpires from him! The way he looks at you in that first picture with Bugs is almost like he’s saying “how can you not love my like crazy? Even if you’re afraid after what happened… how can you not allow yourself this love?” – Oh, well… No depression over there, that’s right. Glad Isaac is such a balm to you and the boys. I absolutely love all the pictures and had to look at them 2, 3, 4 times…
You are so right, Ivy. And when I look back at that picture, I have to laugh, too. There’s Mr. Cool-as-Chrome Bugsy, gazing off into the post-oak heights, lost in his blue-jay dreams. “You may admire me all you like. I am unmoved. I am concentrating on Important Matters Elsewhere.” And then there’s His Hugeness. “What? You don’t get the love? Whatsamatta you?” So fun. And I can’t tell you how much I love that you’re admiring the pictures. Like I said, about oozing into them! I could seriously believe I was nuts and had lost my marbles utterly, were it not for your admiration right there along with me. So great. So great.
You’re really not nuts. Or maybe the both of us are! Ha ha ha!
I’m going with the latter. At least we have company.
Deal! I’ll stick to the latter too. 😛
Love the diamond on his nose.
It is — dramatic, isn’t it.
It reminds me of Jake, Pseu’s cat who died earlier this year.
The black under his chin looks like a big goofy grin
Especially in that last one, I agree. Something about the look in his eyes, plus the chin, really cracks me up. He is so cute.
Anita…he’s adorable! This is Christine (not Daniel)…can’t figure how to change accounts. Anyhow, I can’t WAIT to meet Barney.
So glad we’re getting rain too.
I can’t wait, either, Christine — but wait we must, right? Meantime — enjoying what’s here. Great great to hear from you.
His Hugeness loves the camera that’s for sure. I had several looks too. He is saying “I am lurve cat-ified”. He and Bugs will be a great team!
Gosh I hope so, CAT. Things don’t look so rosy today . . . .
Such beautiful pictures!
Stay safe.
Purrs
Thank you, Texas. So far so good.