chicats - Moe and Carmela (in memory of Lucinda) and now featuring Cosmo!

It's a special day!

2011-06-30T08:42:00.003-05:00

Lots of love (and shrimp and catnip and tummy rubs and kisses!)

Moe, Cosmo, Angel Lucinda, Catdaddy, and Catmomma

What is the best part of the day?

2011-05-10T22:10:00.002-05:00

Moe: The best part of the day is when momma or daddy get tired of the pawing, whining, and general chaos that occurs when we all get hungry! Cosmo gets momma up in the morning for breakfast. Carmela usually gets us our lunch. We all take turns to get our dinners. Yes, we eat three times a day. It's good to be the King of the House!

Monday with C+C+M

2011-05-09T23:51:00.000-05:00

Carmela: Boys, I think we have a problem here.

Moe: What's the matter, sweetie?

Cosmo: Yeah, what's up?

Carmela: Well, if Moe is King of the House, and you are the King of Mischief, what am I?

Moe (taking a deep breath): You are the Queen of my heart!

Carmela: Oh, Moe! (kissing him on his cheek)

Cosmo: Oh, barf!

Happy Mother's Day

2011-05-08T22:52:00.002-05:00

Cosmo (gently pawing at momma's knee): Mom?

Momma: Yes Cosmo.

Cosmo: I love you Momma. Sometimes I bite you, but I don't mean to. I am trying to be better. You only had to spray me with the water a few times today.

Momma: My sweet boy. I know that you are getting better. I'm glad that you let me pick you up and hold you. That is the best present of all.

Cosmo, Moe and Carmela: Happy Mother's Day! We all love you!

Saturday with Moe and Cosmo

2011-05-07T22:39:00.005-05:00

Moe: Hey, Cosmo.

Cosmo: Yes, Moe.

Moe: I read your blog post from yesterday, and I think there is a problem.

Cosmo: What kind of problem?

Moe: Well, old buddy, old pal. As the senior cat of the house, the title of "King of the House" should be mine.

Cosmo: Okay, I just thought that because I was the biggest...

Moe: Let me think. The "King of Mischief." That'll do. I hereby dub you "King of Mischief"!

Cosmo: What does dub mean?

P.S. Carmela has her own blog: http://carmelashome.blogspot.com

It is stories of her first years with us. We hope you visit.

Thank you

Finally Friday!

2011-05-06T22:46:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone!

I'm glad it's Friday. I'll have two humans to worship me for two days! Of course, I will allow them to worship Moe and Carmela, too! But, I will get the most because I cause the most trouble if I don't!

Cosmo (The King of the House)

Carmela - Gotcha Day - Part 4

2011-05-05T00:05:00.001-05:00

Hello everyone!

Thank you for reading along as I revisit my first days in my new home.

Back to the story:

"Leave me alone, " I yelled. "I'm staying here!" I crawled back under the couch as far as I could go. My eyes shot lasers at the offender. Lucinda sighed and said, "Now look what you've done. I know you are excited to see Scandalous, but I told you to wait."

The bigger cat nervously licked his paws. "I'm sorry, I thought she would remember me."

"It's okay, Moe. She just needs time and we need to be patient. This here first night away from all she has known. We will let Momma work her magic to get her out."

Moe looked hopeful, "You're right, Lucinda. I will leave her alone. She knows you better, anyway."

Lucinda started walking towards the bedroom and turned to say, "Remember this. All the males she has known were stud cats and not very friendly. Once she gets to know you better, she will be your best friend." She headbutted under his chin. "Come on, Moe. Let's go to sleep. Momma has to get up in a few hours."

To be continued.

Carmela

Carmela - Gotcha Day - Part 3

2011-05-04T00:05:00.001-05:00

Saturday, May 2nd, 2003 - 2:00 AM

I shook my head and thought I was dreaming. "Little sister, is that you?" said the voice. "I never thought I would see you again. Welcome to your new home!"

I crawled halfway out from under the couch. "Zoom-Zoom," I softly said. "I am so happy to see you. I have missed you."

The dark brown cat licked my ears and said, "My new name is Lucinda. I like it and usually answer to it, unless I am playing with my mousie." She went on to say, "you will love it here. The humans are very caring and provide everying you need. You can sleep on the bed with us. Do you want to go in now?"

While I was thinking about abandoning my safe spot, the shadow of a larger cat suddenly appeared. I panicked and dove back under the couch.

Part 4 tomorrow.

Carmela

Carmela's Gotcha Day - Part 2

2011-05-03T07:12:00.005-05:00

Good morning kitties and kitty folk!

It's a beautiful day here. The sun is shining and I know that I will be sitting in the window today!

Now, lets get back to my story.

I forgot to mention that I was taken to my my new home on a Friday. This is very important to the story.

"Where are we going?" I meowed as we drove away from my birth home. My new momma reassured me that I was going to a home full of love, lots of good food, sunny windows, and two cats who wanted me to be there. I stayed quiet for the rest of the trip. My new humans spoke to each other about how luck they were to have me. I liked hearing their voices and relaxed a little.

Soon, we stopped moving and I was carried in my PTU up many stairs. The door was opened and we entered my new home. The familiar smells got stronger. Momma opened the PTU door and the other cats pushed their way in to get a good look and sniff! They scared me, so I hissed at them and rushed past them to find a place to hide. I squeezed myself under the couch and hissed again. Momma talked calmly to everyone. She knew that it would take time for us to get used to each other. Since I wouldn't come out, food, water, and a litter box were put out where I could find them. The other cats were taken away so I could come out and explore if I wanted to. Soon, the lights were turned out and I thought everyone went to sleep.

I thought about my kitty momma and my grandpa. They both told me my sister had gone to a forever home with one of the boycats. I had been busy with my kittens at the time, so I never got to say good-bye. As I started to doze off, I heard a whisper in my ear!

More tomorrow!

Carmela

My gotcha day story - Part 1!

2011-05-02T12:48:00.004-05:00

May 1st, 2003

There I was, minding my own business. Living with the other cats in the cattery. My kittens were grown and gone. I was recovering from my ladycat surgery. I was missing my sweet sister, Absolutely Delicious. I heard one of the ladies that raised me talking on the phone about "adoptable girl cats." In the evening, some very nice people came to visit. They had two other cats and wanted a third to round out the group. I guess that the boycat was too much cat the the ladycat. Anyway, they were introduced to me and I noticed a familiar smell, but I couldn't put a paw on it. They were nice and gave nice pats and scritches. I purred and rubbed and let them know I liked them. Papers were signed and I said good-bye to my birthplace. They put me into a PTU and got into the box with wheels and traveled to my new home.

Tomorrow, I will tell you the next part of my story, especially about the familiar smells!

Carmela

My Gotcha Day!

2011-05-01T23:23:00.002-05:00

Hi, it's Carmela here!

Grrrrrrrrrr. My momma is a bad momma and I am gonna have Cosmo bite her toes tonight! She forgot that my gotcha day was today, not tomorrow. It's late and all, but she said she would make tomorrow a special day. I heard tuna and a massage are part of the plan.

Tomorrow, I will tell you my story about how I came to live with momma, daddy, Moe, and my angel sister Lucinda.

Sleep tight and Meow for now!

Carmela

Frisky Friday

2011-04-29T21:29:00.002-05:00

Hi every furry one!

I'm glad that it's Friday. The sun shined today and I was full of energy. I was jumping up to snag a cord from the blinds. Momma squirted me with water to get me to stop. I finally got tired and took a nap! Momma is going to get some action shots, tomorrow. I think I will put on my cloaking device, so she can't find me!

I want to wish my roomie, Moe a very happy birthday! He is a good guy and I let him lick me once in a while.

Have a great day!

Cosmo

Happy Birthday, Moe!

2011-04-28T06:07:00.004-05:00

Hey everyone, it's Moe!

It's been a long time since we last posted. Our momma has been busy (lazy) and has not updated in a while. Cosmo's new job is to get momma up to feed us breakfast and turn on the computer so we can all tell you about our day.

Here are thirteen things that I want you to know:

1. My birthday was yesterday.
2. We had a low-key celebration.
3. I am a thirteen year-old meezer geezer!
4. I am the referee for Cosmo and Carmela during their wrestling matches.
5. I meow and everyone comes running to see if I am okay!
6. Carmela is my best girl.
7. Momma is my next best girl.
8. I crawl onto my daddy's chest for a purrfest in the morning and the evening.
9. I sleep on momma's pillow, so she only has a corner to lay her head.
10. I keep Cosmo in line with a swipe of my paw.
11. I let Cosmo take over as spokescat of the house.
12. I had my teeth cleaned in February, and they stole four teeth!

And finally:

13. I am the happiest cat in the world!

Have a fantastic day!

Moe

Thursday Thirteen

2011-01-06T22:40:00.003-06:00

Thirteen things about Cosmo!

1. He is black

2. He is very furry

3. He was adopted from Illinois Animal Rescue in October

4. He is twice the size of Moe and three times the size of Carmela

5. He has big teeth!

6. He loves to eat

7. He loves treats

8. He loves toys, especially mice, jingle balls, toes, tails, etc.

9. He just get girl cats at all!

10. We think he is still growing, even though he is a year and a half old.

11. Did we mention he love his food?

12. He is the spokescat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

13. We are glad that he is part of our family

Meow for now!

Wordless Wednesday

2011-01-05T00:05:00.000-06:00

Three Cats on Tuesday!

2011-01-04T10:40:00.002-06:00

This is how we greet momma in the morning. We like to all be in the bathroom at the same time. We get lots of pats and kisses while she is trying to get ready to leave us. Cosmo is being very stealthy, Moe is blurry, and Carmela is rightfully sitting on a throne!

Meow for now!

M + C + C

Mancat Monday with Cosmo

2011-01-03T00:05:00.000-06:00

Happy Monday,

I am not happy that Momma is leaving to go to work. I don't see why she can't take me with her. After all, she says that she will miss hearing my bell jingle as I follow her around the house. On the other paw, we would all miss the food and snacks that she brings home. Instead, I will sit here and reflect the fact that she will come home soon.

Meow for now,

Cosmo

Sunday with Moe!

2011-01-02T00:05:00.001-06:00

Hi everyone!

I hope that you had wonderful holidays with your family and friends. My Christmas and New Year's was quiet and relaxing. Momma was off of work, so we had unlimited access to snacks, snuggles, and quality naptime! The new guy is fitting in. I have let him be the spokescat for meals. I am the senior cat in the house after all! Camela is still my girl. We can be found curled up together most of the time! She tried to flirt with Cosmo, but he didn't get it! I will let her tell you about another time.

Well, that's all I have.

Meow, for now!

Moe

Happy New Year!

2011-01-01T20:57:00.002-06:00

Cosmo here!

I'm just going to rest up for 2011. This has been my first New Year's with my forever family. There were lots of boom-booms outside, and I didn't know what to do, but my mom reassured me that I was safe. I got a kiss at midnight and got a snack. I love my mom, dad, Uncle Moe, and Aunt Carmela!

We all hope that you have a great start to the new year!

Halloween Howdy!

2010-10-31T17:04:00.002-05:00

Hi everyfurry one in the Cat Blogosphere!

My name is Cosmo and I am happy to meet you! I came to live with Chicats two weeks ago. Momma says that there was something missing, so she went on Petfinder to find a new roommate. Lucky for me, she went through all the paperwork with references to have me come to my forever home! I am over a year old and am what momma calls "enthusiastic"! I am jet black with yellow eyes. I hoover all the food and toss mousies and jingle balls around the house. The other cats are cool about me. They hissed and swatted, but now we have an understanding. Momma is waiting for one of them to start cleaning my ears. Then she knows that they have accepted me fully.

Have a super day!

Cosmo

Happy Birthday, Carmela!

2010-06-30T01:43:00.001-05:00

Hey everyone!

It's my birthday today. I am ten years old and proud of it.

It's gonna be a great day! You are all invited for tuna cake and mice cream. Moe will give the tour and daddy will make sure the litter box is clean. Momma has to work, but wants to hear about the party when she gets home.

Meow for now!

Love from Carmela

1:40 pm

Wow! what a party! I'm having a lot of fun. Daddy is doling out the cake and treats.

Thank you for stopping by!

Happy Tuesday!

2010-06-29T08:49:00.003-05:00

We love this commercial! What are your favorite animal related commercials?

Moe and Carmela

P.S. This is not an endorsement!

Easy like Sunday!

2010-06-27T01:00:00.001-05:00

We are waiting for our "Hungry Cat Breakfast"!

Hurry Momma! We don't want to put the bitey on you, but you have been warned!

Meow for now!

Moe and Carmela

Wordless Wednesday

2010-06-23T08:28:00.001-05:00

Father's day 2010

2010-06-20T11:14:00.002-05:00

We want to wish out bean daddy, and our furry daddy a wonderful Father's Day.

And we wish the same to all our friends bean daddy's (and mommy's too!) the same!

Have a great day, everyone!

Moe and Carmela

Friday with Moe

2010-06-18T20:55:00.002-05:00

Hi everyfurry one!

I am reporting from my favorite pillow. When our housemate Lucinda was with us, all three of us would pile on this big old pillow. it was our favorite place to hang out. It's in the spare room now, and I sit by the door and ask to go in. Momma knows that we go in there to talk to to Lucinda's spirit. We find comfort in that room on that pillow.

Have a great night!

Moe

Thankful Thursday!

2010-06-17T11:26:00.003-05:00

Meow everyone!

I feel so happy that momma is at home today, that I've been running around the house singing. I sing about good food, fresh cool water, a clean box, all kinds of places to sleep, daddys scritches, and best of all:

air conditioning!

Momma laughs when she sees us trying to walk under the flow of air. We twist our bodies around it.

Well, its back to singing! Meeeeeeeeeeeeoooooooooooooooowwwwwwwwwwwww!

Carmela

More words on Wednesday.

2010-06-16T12:45:00.001-05:00

Hi all you cool cats out there!

One of our Facebook friends commented on our names. I was part of a litter of three boys, so they named Moe. My brothers were named Larry and Curly. I was (and still am) a clown!

Carmela on the other paw was first named Scandelous. She is a scrappy little thing, but it was kind of an odd name to call her. If anything, they should have called her Aria or Sunny (based on her singing skills or her disposition.) Daddy looked at her nice carmel colored coat thought that Carmela was a great name for a little kitty.

That's our name story.

Meow at you later!

Moe

Wow! It's Wednesday!

2010-06-16T00:05:00.001-05:00

Hey everybuddy, it's Carmela checking in. Our momma finally is letting us post. It's been a while, right Moe?

Yeah, that's right. Wait, while I clean your ears! That's better. Anyway, here is what we missed reporting:

New Years was quiet.

We got kisses on Valentine's day!

My gotcha day was March 2nd. I have been here for seven years!

Our daddy's birthday was March 23rd. He got lots of loves!

My birthday was on April 27th. I am 12 years old, but I act like a young kitty!

My gotcha day was May 1st, two months after Moe and Lucinda.

My birthday is coming up the end of the month. I think we are getting something new, but momma is not saying what it is.

We have been taking extra special care of momma, right Carmela?

Yes, my handsome hunk! We have been her study buddies, paper weights, and pen wranglers. We are glad that she finishes her studies this week. We will be helping her relax and get ready for her next course.

We promise new pictures and all the news from around the house!

See you tomorrow!

Moe & Carmela

Variations on a favorite song!

2009-12-22T12:35:00.002-06:00

As sung by Carmela:

Oh, the weather outside is frightful! It's snowing and yucky.

But in the house it's so delightful! We are snuggled up together on the big bed.

But since we have no place to go! Maybe the litter box or the food dish!

Let's kiss Moe, let's kiss Moe, let's kiss Moe!

Thank you for all your kind words about catdaddy. He needs all the extra tlc that he can get. He has a new driver's license and we are getting other cards replaced. He is feeling better about it now.

Have a great day!

Moe and Carmela

The Grinch came to visit.

2009-12-21T08:45:00.003-06:00

If anyone sees the grinch-like person who picked our catdaddy's pocket last Friday, please give him or her the bitey real good. We are very angry about this. Tell your humans to be careful when they are out. We don't want this to happen to any of our furriends.

Moe and Carmela.

It's good to be back!

Sunday service!

2009-12-20T13:43:00.002-06:00

It's 8:30 in the morning. Moe and Carmela are waiting by their dishes. They have been trying for hours to get their humans attention. Finally, Moe attacks the toilet paper in the bathroom, and that is what gets someone up!

Moe: Hey! Can we get some service around here?

Carmela: Yeah, we're hungry!

Catmomma: (a bit peeved at finding fang marks in the TP) Good morning, I'm Catmomma and I will be your server today. What can I get for you?

Moe: Some turkey and duck. Mashed really well. And some fresh water. Make it quick, or Carmela will put the bitey on the paper towels!

They got their morning meal, and much to the delight of Catmomma, they settled down for a nap and the toilet paper and paper towels were safe for another few hours!

P.S. Catmomma has just finished her first online course towards her Master's Degree. She has time off until January, so we will be more active.

Have a great day!

C&M

Tummy Tuesday

2009-09-28T23:51:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone!

In honor of Tummy Tuesday, I would like to show off my very soft tummy!

I usually roll over in front of momma or daddy for tummy rubs. They find my soft belly furs irresistable, so they have to stop and love me up!

It's the purrect way to start (or end) the day!

Meow for now!

Carmela

Wordless Wednesday

2009-09-22T23:12:00.001-05:00

Future Formerly Feral Friday

2009-08-14T21:01:00.003-05:00

Hi everycat!

A friend of momma's from her day hunting place has some kittehs for adoption. Please let us know if you or a friend needs someone furry in their lives. Here is what momma's friend had to say:

"For the kittens looking for a home, click the link below. They have had shots and have been fixed. The new owner would be asked to pay the vet fees. . They are all spayed/neutered, vaccinated and have been dewormed.
Here's the kittens' page on Catster:

http://www.catster.com/cats/815676

Be sure to check the video out."

Meezer Monday

2009-08-10T11:06:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone!

Momma says that it's hot outside. We don't care! We have chilled air! Our water is cool and we go into the bathroom and lay on the floor. We all stayed around the house this weekend. Our beans only went out to the store and that was in the evening. Even then, Momma said that it was really sticky and warm. She said we should be glad that we aren't outdoor kitties. We are glad. Especially since we would have to catch our own dinners!

Meow for now!

M & C

Thursday Thirteen

2009-08-06T08:42:00.002-05:00

These are some of the things that momma does in the morning before she goes off to her day hunting place:

Stumble out of bed to turn off the alarm thingy
Pet a kitty
Go to the human litter box
Pet a kitty
Make a pot of coffee (yuck!)
Pet a kitty
Feed the kitties
Pet a kitty
Practice her guitar
Pet a kitty
Stretch like a kitty
Pet a kitty
Eat breakfast
Pet a kitty
Get wet
Pet a kitty
Get dressed
Pet a kitty
Say the password of the day to get out the door!

Have a great day!

Moe and Carmela

Wordless Wednesday

2009-08-05T01:00:00.000-05:00

Two cats on Tuesday

2009-08-04T10:24:00.003-05:00

Hi everyone!

We are back and we have a lot to say!

We've missed all our friends and are happy to be back. It took a lot of purrsuading to get momma back to work, but we know how to charm her.

Here we are by the bathroom door. She had to give the password to get by!

See you tomorrow!

Moe and Carmela

Finally Friday!

2009-06-05T00:30:00.000-05:00

Hi everycat!

We got a visit from Tabbymom last Sunday. She drove in from up north to meet momma and other cat bloggers. She was furry nice and gave us lots of pats and scritches. We, in turn gave her lots of purrs and some of our furs! Momma had a lot of fun meeting some really cool people. She didn't take a lot of pictures, but here is some meerkats "resting" after some afternoon fun!

Have a great Friday!

Headbutts and purrs,

Moe and Carmela

Easy like Sunday!

2009-05-31T03:00:00.000-05:00

This is our Sunday eating schedule:

5:00 AM breakfast (I jump on the bed and yell at mom!)
12:00 PM lunch (Carmela yells at daddy.)
3:00 PM snacktime (we both yell for this.)
6:00 PM din-din (we take turns on this one.)
9:00 PM more food (whoever feels hungry!)
12:00 AM even more food (Carmela needs here energy for her 3:00 am patrol.)

Have a great Sunday!

Carmela and Moe

P.S. We only get fed moist food with a smattering of moist treats. Our coats are shiney and we are very fit. We don't miss dried food at all. Momma gets the best for us because she doesn't want us to get sick like Lucinda.

P.P.S. Momma says that we are getting visitors today. We'll update you later!

A letter to catmomma.

2009-05-30T21:22:00.002-05:00

Dear Mom,

It's been a few weeks since you last blogged for us. Now that you have a faster internet, we hope that you help us visit our furriends and let everyone know what we are doing.

Love,

Moe and Carmela

P.S. Next time it won't be a foil ball in your shoe!

Musical Meezer Monday

2009-04-20T00:05:00.000-05:00

"4-1/2 pounds of fun,

That's my little honeybun!

Get a load of honeybun tonight!"

"I'm talkin' about my sweetie pie,

Only eight inches high,

Every inch is packed with dynamite!"

Easy Like Sunday

2009-04-19T00:05:00.000-05:00

Here is my favorite lady cat on her perch with her laser eyes of love.

Moe

Sleepy Saturday

2009-04-18T16:54:00.003-05:00

Hi everyone!

Carmela here with the pajama party report. Moe and I stayed up all night and played and sang and ate. It was a great time. Momma joined us at 2:30 AM. She fell asleep early, so she could be up with us later. As you can see by the picture, we are tired out and resting up for another all nighter!

Well, I'm going back to join Moe.

Have a great day!

Carmela

Friday Funnies!

2009-04-17T13:18:00.006-05:00

Hey everyone! Check this out!

Biggify for better viewing!

Have a great weekend!

Carmela and Moe

P.S. Tomorrow, we are having a pajama party! That should be fun.

Thursday Thirteen - What's been happening?

2009-04-16T09:01:00.006-05:00

Hi everyone! Moe here.

It's good to be back blogging. I think I gave my secretary enough rest, but now it's time to do a Chicats update.

1. We got new doors to keep out the introoders.

2. We got new blinds on the windows, so we can hide and sit in the sun.

3. Momma got a "Total gym" to work out on. We just sit and laugh at her! She needs to just chase a mouse around the house.

4. March 1st was my 6th gotcha day. None of us felt like celebrating because it was also Lucinda's gotcha day, too. She was my first girlfriend cat and I miss her very much. (So does Momma, Daddy, and Carmela.)

5. Momma lets us play on the stairs in the front hallway. We can claw and kick and roll around.

6. We celebrated Daddy's birthday in March. Momma gave him a funny card about letting the cats pick out the gift. We will post the pictures soon.

7. Momma has been coming home tired. We don't ask for too much, just food, water, a clean box, and a warm lap.

8. We spend most of our day in our heated bed.

9. We take our job of watching over our Daddy very seriously. As soon as Momma leaves, our shift starts.

10. Daddy rescued us from a wasp last week. We don't know how it got in, but we were watching very intently.

11. The Easter Bunny never came. Momma said that he was probably scared of our teeth and claws of doom!

12. The weather has been very strange. Warm, cold, warm, rainy, snowing, sunny!

13. We have missed our friends and we are glad to be back!

See you all tomorrow!

Moe

Wordy Wednesday

2009-04-15T08:51:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone, Moe here.

It's been a while since we've last posted. Well, we have been busy. You see, our Catdaddy is not feeling well these days. He has something called "vasculitus" which is an inflammation of blood vessels. He is in a lot of pain and has a hard time sleeping and getting around. Momma told us that we should watch over him while she is out earning green papers. So, that has been our job for the past few months. We take turns and make sure that he gets all the love we can give him. I sit on his chest and heart and Carmela rubs against his feet.

We wanted to let you know that we are still here and tomorrow we will have a TT13 post so you know what else we have been doing.

Meow for now!

Moe and Carmela

Wordy Wednesday

2009-01-28T10:39:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone!

We are staying warm here in Chicago.

We just have a few things to say:

1. If it looks like a sausage and smells like a sausage, than someone should offer a hungry mancat a taste. We're just say'n!

2. If a good-looking mancat is on one side of the bathroom door and knows that his sweetie is on the other side, he will open the door and let her in. Sorry for the draft Mom!

3. If a good ladycat wants a bottle cap from the table, she will paw at it and get it herself.

4. If the good ladycat (who is usually very quiet) starts squeaking, this means that she wants a snack NOW! This means that the good human(s) will drop what they are doing and give it to her.
And just to annoy the good human(s) she will also sniff at it and walk away! Grrr. And come back to it later.

That's all for now!

Carmela and Moe

Wednesday fun - Lets dance!

2009-01-21T11:25:00.002-06:00

Hey everycat and bean!

Let's put our paws in the air and dance!

Carmela and Moe

Sunday - a week in review!

2009-01-16T12:26:00.003-06:00

Hi friends!

It has been a bit crazy since our last post. Moe wasn't feeling well on Tuesday, so he got hauled off to the V-E-T for a checkup. I got to go too! I talked and talked and talked all the way! I talked about the weather, world events, the need for cats in every office, and other important things. Moe got his exam, and he is as healthy as an allmost eleven year-0ld meezer can be. The V-E-T thinks it was hairball issues, so he has to take a dose of lubricant twice a day. He likes the taste, so Momma doesn't have to pry open his fangs to dose him.

In other news, the real cold weather has broken. We stayed in our heated bed most of the time. Except to use the box and eat or drink. We snuggled more with eachother than with Momma. She understood. We'll make it up to her. She has an extra day to get loves from us. She is off of work on Monday.

We've got to pose for some pictures! Momma, get out the camera!

Meow for now!

Carmela

Meezer Monday and Used Moms (or Dads)

2009-01-12T11:32:00.002-06:00

Carmela: Hey Moe, get up! Let's talk about our crazy week-end!

Moe: You mean about the delivery of guitar cases for Mom and Dad? The box was the best part!

Carmela: The man who came to measure for our new doors?

Moe: What about the door bell melting and almost shorting out the building! And don't forget about the pizza man!

Carmela: Yeah, that was fun. But today, we want to address a subject that the Furry Kids mentioned last week.

Moe: Used Moms.

What is a cat to do when the Mom starts to get worn out and tired looking. Well, the Blue Book value on used moms is really low right now, so we suggest that you take them in to the shop for reconditioning. You know, the kind of shop that does stuff to their head furs, pets them to loosen their muscles, and shudder clips and polishes their claws. If you can afford the green papers send them away for a while to a place with no cats or other furries. Then when they come back all refreshed and missing you, you will get all the good stuff you want!

Have a great day!

C&M

Wild Wednesday - Secret Paws!

2009-01-07T00:05:00.000-06:00

Hey everyone!

Momma finally got around to getting the pics off her flashybox. So here it goes:

Hey, what's this that came for us? Let's check it out!

It's from Fiona from Florida! We were so excited that Momma couldn't get a clear picture.

Oh looky, it's our favorite treats and some nifty rings to bat around.

Thank you Fiona.

We hope that you had a great holiday.

Moe and Carmela

Letters to Santa Paws

2008-12-24T20:18:00.003-06:00

Dear Santa,

It's me, Moe.

I hope that this letter is not too late to get to you. I know that you are busy with your lists of wishes from all of earth's creatures. I will make this quick.

You know that this year has been difficult all over the world. People are out of work and have had to give up their furry friends because they could not care for them. I on the other paw am very lucky. I have a wonderful home and lots of food and treats. Please do not stop here this year. Give my gifts to those creatures who need it more.

Love,

Moe

Meow to you Santa,

It's me, Carmela.

Please pay extra attention to all the cats in the blogosphere. They have been very inspirational and many special cats have gone to the bridge this year. Give them all extra catnip in their stockings.

Have a great evening!

Carmela

Monday stuff

2008-12-22T14:46:00.004-06:00

Dear Friends,

We apologize for the lack of posts. We had to keep our momma warm as she was icky-sicky all last week. She is better now and back to work for a few days before she is home with us for Santa Paws and the New Year.

We have received our secret paw gifts and will be sending ours our ASAP.

Carmela and Moe

Finally Friday

2008-12-12T00:00:00.001-06:00

Hello everyone!

We just wanted to extend our condolences to every family in the cat blogosphere who has lost a family member this year. We know how if feels and have found it hard to talk about. We still have not posted much about what Lucinda went through with her kidney disease. We will save that for another post. Now we want to offer you all some hope.

Someday, while you are still grieving, you will feel something brush against you, but there is no one around. Out of the corner of your eye, you will see the tip of a tail that vanishes. You will hear a familiar meow while you are in a place where there are no cats. If any of this happens to you, just clear your mind and understand that your cat, dog, person, is trying to let you know that it's okay to be sad, and that they are still with you.

Trust us. This happens.

Moe and Carmela

Thoughts on Thursday

2008-12-11T10:56:00.002-06:00

Hello everyone!

It's been quiet around our house. We have been doing our normal routine:

*wake up Momma at 5:00 AM for breakfast
*snuggle up in our warm bed
*leave buried treasure for Momma in the box
*trying to ignore the local news (it's hard when the scandal is on every local and national channel)
*begging for treats
*keep Daddy company during the day
*make sure that we get rested up for the nighttime games of pounce and chase
*think about our sweet Lucinda (we miss her very much)

Have a great day!

Moe and Carmela

Wordless Wednesday

2008-11-26T00:09:00.001-06:00

Two cats on Tuesday

2008-11-25T00:03:00.000-06:00

Double Mocha Burmese Delight with a Twist!

Momma caught us sleeping this way a couple of days ago. Moe and I are the best of friends and are never far away from each other. Momma calls me Moe's Beau!

Carmela

Meezer Mancat Monday

2008-11-24T11:55:00.002-06:00

Momma, please don't leave me! Don't you want to stay home and pat my soft tummy? Don' t you want to snuggle with me and Carmela.

What's that? If you don't go to work there won't be any treats or chow?

Oh, well in that case, can I help you with your coat?

Moe

Finally Friday - a PSA

2008-11-14T10:06:00.002-06:00

A message to all the kitties who are not feeling well:

A spoonful of tuna helps the medicine go down,
the medicine go down,
the medicine go down.
Oh, a spoonful of tuna helps the medicine go down
in the most delightful way!

Please take your meds!

Carmela

Thirteen things that make us go PURRRRR!

2008-11-13T01:00:00.004-06:00

1) Stinky goodness for breakfast
2) Momma's warm lap
3) Scritches from Daddy
4) Our heated cat cup
5) TREATS
6) An unattended Italian Sausage
7) Mornings in the bathroom with Momma
8) Stinky goodness for dinner
9) Bacon
10) Kisses
11) Warm sunshine
12) Burrowing under the covers
13) Weekends

There's more, but we'll leave it at that. We may do things that make us go GRRR, but there aren't that many.

Meow for now!

Carmela and Moe

Wild and Wooly Wednesday

2008-11-12T11:40:00.005-06:00

Our momma saw this (tasty morsel) caterpillar at our local arboretum, but did not bring it home for us to (eat) play with!

C&M

In Honor of Rememberance Day and Veteran's Day

2008-11-11T13:30:00.003-06:00

Our Momma's daddy was drafted at the end of WWII. He was about to be shipped out overseas, when the war ended. He instead processed the men coming back. Our Daddy's daddy flew bombers over Germany. We never got to meet him, but he never forgot what he saw and relived it every day.

Moe and Carmela

Dona Nobis Pacem

2008-11-06T08:43:00.001-06:00

Let us find peace in all we see, feel, hear, and touch.

Moe and Carmela

Wordless Wednesday

2008-11-05T08:55:00.004-06:00

Moe

Wednesday fun

2008-10-29T14:29:00.002-05:00

Psst!

Someone dropped a mousie in Momma's slipper, but we aren't say'n who!

Carmela

Two cats on Tuesday

2008-10-28T10:28:00.006-05:00

Good morning everyone!

Moe thought I needed a bath, so here we are in the bathroom. He likes to make sure that I am nice and shiny with clean ears and other parts. I return the favor and clean up the parts that he can't reach.

Just so we are clear, Momma, we never, ever want to have a bath with water. Okay?

Momma: Yes, Carmela. But I've got shampoo just in case!

Oh no! Moe lick faster!

Carmela

Meezer Monday - snuggle time

2008-10-27T14:11:00.006-05:00

Hey everyone!

It's suddenly gotten chilly here in Chicago. We can be found in our heated bed, on our bean's bed, or on a bean's lap. Here is an old picture of all three of us on Catdaddy. He is very warm and is always happy when one of us jumps up. I, Moe have taken over Lucinda's role as shoulder percher/chest sitter. Carmela will only sit on Momma.

It's going to be freezing here tonight. I hope that Momma has good food tonight, so I can be warm from the inside out. We can't wait for the electric blanket to be put on the bed. That is the best!

Stay warm (or cool)!

Moe

P.S. Momma has her own blog! http://dgrit.blogspot.com

Sunday stuff

2008-10-26T11:08:00.002-05:00

Momma and Daddy have been sicky this weekend. Of course this means more snuggle time! I am sending get well vibes using my high beams!

Have a great rest of your weekend.

See you tomorrow!

Carmela

Wide-eyed Wednesday

2008-10-14T22:44:00.002-05:00

Someone's in the kitchen with momma!

Finally Friday

2008-10-10T11:21:00.002-05:00

4:30 AM

Heard from the dark: MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM! MOOOOOOOOOOM Wake up!

Heard from the bedroom: What is it Audrey? I mean Moe?

Again from the dark: Feeeeed Meeee! Feeeed Meeee Noooow!

From the bedroom: No, it's too early. Go back to sleep. Oh goody, you are on my nightstand. Don't sit there, you'll knock my....glasses off. Great. And you've woken Carmela.

Heard from Carmela: Come on Mom. I'm hungry too! Moe, keep knocking stuff off and I'll walk on Mom. She'll have to get up now!

5:00 AM - Radio alarm goes off.

Moe and Carmela (racing to the kitchen): Yay, she's up. Where's the chow!

Mom (slowly making her way to the kitchen): It's coming. You know, the least you two could do is make me coffee.

Moe: Yeah, we'll work on that. (snort)

And so the morning begins at the G house!

Thankful Thursday.

2008-10-09T09:18:00.002-05:00

Catmomma is thankful that my kittymomma took me by the paw and showed me how to use a scratching post. See how worn it is at the top? Moe and I are going to ask Santa Paws for a taller post, so we can really stretch our muscles and keep our claws in tiptop shape.

Meow for now!

Carmela

Wordy Wednesday

2008-10-08T09:43:00.002-05:00

Good morning everyone!

Last week, we told you about our new heated cat bed. Well, here we are lounging in it. It is our favorite spot in the whole house. We only leave it to eat, drink, and use the box! My fur has gotten softer and I am much calmer now. I used to roam around the house at night, but now I play while Momma is around and sleep at night. The mousie that I showed you a few days ago, still has it's tail. I'm working on that though.

Have a great day!

Carmela

P.S. Isn't my Moe a hunk?

Thursday Thirteen

2008-10-02T15:38:00.004-05:00

Favorite sleeping spots:

1. On Momma's lap
2. On Daddy's chest (M)
3. On the floor by Daddy's feet (C)
4. In a patch of sun
5. In any window
6. On Momma and Daddy's bed (C&M)
7. Burrowed under the covers (C)
8. On a kitchen chair right before Daddy sits down (C)
9. On a pillow on the couch
10. In the closet
11. On a pile of dirty laundry (M)
12. On a pile of clean laundry

and finally

13. In the new heated cat bed that we got as a present yesterday. (We slept there all night!)

Meow for now!

C&M

Wordless Wednesday

2008-10-01T13:05:00.002-05:00

High and Dry

2008-09-18T11:10:00.004-05:00

The weather is warm and sunny here in Chicago. Incredibly, on Saturday, we got over 6 inches of rain, which caused massive flooding in Chicago and Indiana The people who got flooded by the Chicago River are getting help from the city with cleaning up. We were lucky being on the third floor and just had a little seepage through a crack in the basement. Us cats, being cats, slept through it all. Momma and daddy did not leave the house except to get us food from across the street.

Here we are in our favorite spot.

Excuse us while we take a bath in the bathroom!

Have a great day everyone!

Carmela and Moe

Sad and (Soggy) Sunday

2008-09-14T23:21:00.004-05:00

We are sorry to hear about Daisy's sister Pixie going to the Rainbow Bridge. We know how it feels to have lost a part of the family and that there is a deep hole in her family's hearts right now. Rest in Peace, dear Pixie.

On the soggy side of things, Chicago has been declared a disaster area, due to heavy rains causing major flooding.

Carmela: Momma, are we going to need a life jacket and canoe? Do I need to sit on my scratching post? Will we get water in our house like I saw on TV?

Momma: No, honey, we live on the third floor. I just hope I can get to work tomorrow.

Carmela: Whew! That's good. I don't like to get wet. And I hope you don't have to work tomorrow!

Momma: I don't think I will be that lucky. Now, let's go to bed because I need to get up early. Good night.

Fabulously Female Friday

2008-09-12T09:57:00.004-05:00

I am Carmela - Queen of all I survey.

As my first proclamation of the day, I banish the rain and dreariness from my domain. Then I order my momma to stay home with me because I miss her.

Momma: I miss you too muffin puss.

Oh well, all this makes me tired. I'm going to take my morning nap now.

Have a great week-end everybody!

C

Hurricane supplies

2008-09-11T11:58:00.006-05:00

We don't have hurricanes in Chicago, but we would like to suggest some supplies that you might need.

Some canoes:

Some canoe paddles:

Some life preservers:

And most important!

We hope that you all get through Ike safely.

Carmela and Moe

Naughty and Nice

2008-09-10T09:12:00.004-05:00

Hee, Hee! Carmela here. Last night I was very naughty. What did I do? I attacked momma's toes. Well, what did she expect when she wiggled them under the covers?

Now for the nice part. This morning I burrowed into momma's bathrobe and purred real loud. Lucinda told me before she left for the bridge that it would be good for momma and me to do that once in a while.

Thanks for stopping by!

Carmela

Two cats on Tuesday

2008-09-09T14:05:00.003-05:00

Sittin' in the window watching all the birds go by!

It's sunny and cool here in Chicago. The sun is warm and catdaddy is home to give us snuggles and treats.

We hope that all of you have a great day!

Carmela and Moe

Meezer Mancat Monday

2008-09-08T10:23:00.003-05:00

Moe says:

I am the king of all I survey.

I want my breakfast at 5:00 AM and my dinner at 6:00 PM.

I want treats and pats and tummy rubs.

Most of all, I want my momma to be happy.

Friday Finally!

2008-09-05T09:51:00.002-05:00

We here at Chicats are overwhelmed by all the kind thoughts and prayers.

It is a cool and dry day here in Chicago. It is peaceful in the house. All the anxiety is gone.

Lucinda was getting weaker by the day. I did all that the doctors told me to do. The daily medicine, the fluid therapy, the eventual modified syringe feeding. I knew that a choice had to be made to help her find her peace. She ended up making the choice for us.

She is with her family beyond the Bridge.

Purrs and headbumps.

Moe, Carmela, and Catmomma Diane

Thankful Thursday.

2008-09-04T12:03:00.003-05:00

Thank you to all of you who read yesterday's post and especially those who commented. Lucinda was a special friend who's life was too short.

When I have the energy, I will post about her life.

In the meantime, hugs and headbumps to all of you.

Catmomma Diane

No words

2008-09-03T06:27:00.003-05:00

In memorium

Lucinda G.

AKA Wobegon's Totally Delicious

AKA Zoom-Zoom

05/29/1999 t0 09/03/2008

Meezer Monday - meal time

2008-08-25T15:05:00.005-05:00

A conversation.

Carmela: Momma, is it true that Lucinda can eat all the stinky goodness she wants?

Momma: Yes, dear. The special vet said that she needs to gain some weight so she can get stronger.

Moe: Momma, can I eat her leftovers? She doesn't finish it all.

Momma: No, Moe. We need to leave her food out so if she gets hungry, she won't have to wait.

Moe: But it smells so good. Can I have a taste?

Momma: Okay, only a taste. Save the rest. And, Carmela?

Carmela: Yes, Momma?

Momma: No sneaking behind my back. You had a good breakfast.

Carmela: Oh, Momma!

Lucinda (from the kitchen): Nom, nom, nom! This is good chow. I'm glad that I'm hungry all the time.

Finally Friday

2008-08-22T11:17:00.002-05:00

Hi every furry one!

It's me, Lucinda. I am here in my little bed waiting for momma to come home from where ever she goes in the morning. I think it's called a school. I wonder what kind of fish are in this school? Anyway, I have an appointment with my special vet to see if all the meds and sub-qs are working. I'm feeling pretty good. I have been purring more lately. I haven't been talking to my mouse at all. I hope to start that again, as my mousie is looking kind of lonely.

I think I will take a nap now.

See you later!

Lucinda

Notes from Moe

2008-08-20T11:48:00.003-05:00

Hey, it's me, Moe!

I want to thank all of you for visiting me and my girls. We all enjoy reading your comments.

It's a quiet day here in Chicago. The weather is cool for August, but we aren't complaining. That gives me an excuse to snuggle up to Carmela!

Lucinda is starting to get stronger. She knows that the needle pricks and tuna flavored drops are good for her. I want her around for a long time.

Have a great day everyone!

Meow for now!

And now a special message!

2008-08-19T09:53:00.004-05:00

Look into my eyes.

Good.

Are you ready?

You will give me many pats and treats.

For this I will give you many purrs!

Meow for now!

Carmela

Lazy weekend

2008-08-17T21:32:00.004-05:00

We here at Chicats spent the weekend enjoying having momma home. She comes home tired and ready for kitty love. We wait at the door to give her as much as she needs. Of course, she has to feed us first!

We know that this past week has been a tough one for members of the cat bloggers. We hope that time will heal the holes in all of your hearts. Cherish the memories of those you have lost and embrace the memories that are to come.

Meow for now!

Lucinda, Carmela, and Moe

P.S. Momma went to the store and forgot to get us treats! Carmela will commence with toe-biting at midnight.

Momma, you are a pain!

2008-08-14T15:01:00.004-05:00

Hi, it's me, Lucinda.

I wanted my mom to start blogging again. She tells us about all the fun cats, bunnies, dogs, etc. that she has been reading about.

Now, I want to explain why she is a pain in my neck. You see, my kidneys haven't been working right since last October. It seemed be under control. I have been eating my special food, but I got real sick last week. I got put into my pretty pink PTU and taken to a special doctor.

I get stuck by a needle 2 time a day for sub-q's. I am a good girl and just squirm a little. When it's over, I get a treat of baby food. Just a little as a reward. Carmella usually mooches some too! I love my mom, and I know that she wants me to be as happy and healthy as can be.

We hope that everyone has a peaceful, quiet weekend.

Meow for now!

Statue cats

2008-08-14T08:50:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone. Moe here. Thank you to those cats who have visited. We want to hear from you!

We are a close knit family. We are protective of each other and you will frequently find at least two of us together. Here I am with my honeybun, Camela lounging by our favorite statues. We like to rub up against them and sing them a song. They haven't told us their names yet, but we will tempt them with treats to get them to talk.

That's all for now. Tomorrow, Lucinda will tell you why Catmomma is a "pain in the neck"!

Meow for now!

LC&M

Inspired to blog again.

2008-08-12T21:51:00.003-05:00

Hello to all furry and non-furry folks!

Our catmomma has been showing us all the nice and funny blogs that are written by cats (with a little help) and we wanted to start up again.

We hope that all of you find what we have to say fun and sometimes quirky!

We look forward to making new friends.

Have a great day!

Friday Cat Blogging - Wake up call!

2006-08-11T12:51:00.000-05:00

A recent Saturday morning event:

Lucinda: Mom, get up. I'm hungry! (purr, headbutt, purr)

Catmomma: Oh no Lucinda, it's too early. Go back to sleep.

Lucinda: sigh Ok (plops down)

A few minutes later -

Lucinda: Mommm, please? (purr, purr, sneeze)

CM: Oh, yuck! Thanks for sneezing on my pillow! Alright, you win.

Moral of the story, the snooze button doesn't always work on my cataclock!

PS: It’s Feline Friday at The Modulator .

Friday cat blogging - A couch for two

2006-08-04T19:43:00.000-05:00

When we brought Moe he was shellshocked at first. He came to a house with no cats, no friends or family around him except for Lucinda. He had us humans and it took him time to adapt. Moe hid under the bed for a couple of weeks. I coaxed him out by giving him brushings which he loved. He was just a big boy that no one bothered to get to know. Now, he knows every move we are going to make. He joins me in the bathroom in the morning, and tries to get into Catdads sock drawer. He is a lot of fun and has found his soulmate in Carmela.

Catmomma's story,

2006-08-03T09:15:00.000-05:00

I have always loved cats, ever since Miki, the first cat that I remember. He was a Siamese and very devoted to my mother. He put up with my tail pulling and eventually became a good friend.

When I first met my husband, four years ago, he came to the conclusion that I needed cats. I was living in a small apartment that was not suitable for cats. I was cat sitting for a friend's cats and was always talking about cats. So, after we were married for four months, we decided that the time was right to adopt. We wanted adult cats because we did not have the time to house train kittens. We found a local breeder and made an appointment to visit them. There were lots of cats napping in beds around the house. We chose Lucinda (AKA Simply Delicious and Zoom-Zoom) and Moe (sibling of Larry and Curly). Two months later in May 2003, we adopted Carmela (AKA - Scandelous). These cats are well socialized as they grew up with their family all around them.

I look forward to sharing more of their story with all of you.

Catmomma

Friday Cat Blogging - Lap cats

2006-07-28T14:08:00.000-05:00

What better way to spend a hot day than on a warm lap!

Moe, Lucinda, and Carmela

And now...Carmela!

2006-07-27T15:21:00.000-05:00

Dear furry friends,

I'm Carmela and I'm happy to be here. Catmomma calls me Moe's Beau! You can find us snuggling together somewhere in the house. Our personal favorite is the laundry basket. It smells so good!

This morning, I was on bug patrol. I saw a big yummy bug with lots of legs on the wall. I sat on the bed and meowed to let my people know that I wanted to get at it. Momma took a stick and knocked it down, but it got lost. Maybe it'll turn up later.

Here's a picture of me (the light brown) and my sister (the sable brown.) Usually, there there are three of us in the bed, but Moe was off napping on his favorite pillow.

Well, that's all for now!

Carmela

Introducing: Moe

2006-07-26T10:06:00.000-05:00

Hello out there!

My name is Moe (my brothers were named Larry and Curly!) I am a handsome boy with a chocolate brown coat. I love my humans and my girls, especially Carmela. You will meet her tomorrow. It's been a busy day so far. Got up with catdad and helped him read. Got fed and loved by catmom. Well, it's time for the morning nap.

Moe