Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Miscellaneous

 I had to go to the VET a week before last or thereabouts for some routine stuff.

Look at my pouty face

Even though I was allowed to roam free during our 114,000,000-mile ride to see the grands a few months ago, I was forced to ride in captivity for this short, stupid trip. I was a bit unsettled, but once dad opened the hatch on my porta prison, I was okay with it.

So dad took last week off from work, and he and mom did some exploring that they'd talked about since we moved up to not-like-the-NC mountains-sylvania. They hiked up in the Poconos one day, wore their feet out at Valley Forge another day, and wandered in awe at Gettysburg. Of course, they didn't take me along for any of these, and I was okay with that. Seeing historical sights is cool and all, but my idea of relaxing time off is more like-

Oh, and dad also got another year closer to 100 during the week, so I made him some special "sand🤣" art to commemorate the occasion.

19 comments:

Lynn and Precious said...

Smudge it is nice to know that your parents are starting to look around a little bit and find some fun things to do close to the new home. Precious had to go to the vet yesterday and we will wait to see what all of her blood test results are. She does have to get her teeth cleaned later in the month. You look so comfy at home it's hard to believe that you took that great big long trip. And your dad is a youngster compared to me. Add an extra 10 years.

Memories of Eric and Flynn said...

Happy birthday to your dad! I am like Lynn, add an extra 10 years for me too.
You looked much happier once the door to your PTU was opened. You look very comfortable relaxing too.

My Mind's Eye said...

Smudge I'm giggling " porta prison". That tickled my funny bone.
Happy 63 to Da Dad. Tell him I like the background on your blog.
Hugs to you all
Cecilia

Eastside Cats said...

That's an adorable PTU, Smudge...so girly!
Happy B'day to your pops.

Brian's Home Blog said...

I'm glad your Vet trip is over and done with. Happy Birthday to your Papa from all of us!

Gidget Blue Sky said...

happy birthday to your dad!!

Wanderingcatstudio said...

Relic feels for you - he got stuffed in the box last week! Tell Dad happy Birthday!

Katie Isabella said...

Smudge! I LOVE that PTU you have. Mom has been looking for a new fresh one for me...and such a girl one would be perfect! She said she'll keeplookpng. Happy Birthday to your Dad! Your art work is..um..remarkable.

da tabbies o trout towne said...

smudge…eye agreez…vacationz time iz chillax time tho de sand art ya put two gether for dad total lee rockz‼️‼️‼️ way kewl 😺 hope dadz birthday waz happee awesum way soooper grate and heerz two de next 63 and a grate yeer a head filled with happeez and healtheez 🎂🎂🍻🐟😺

Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, Ryu said...

We didn't know that you were an artist, Smudge. That's a lovely piece of birthday art! Were your parents glad to no longer be in the Carolinas when that terrible hurricane hit?

Purrs,
The Chans

Sandee said...

All trips to the vet are a zillion miles away from home. You made me chuckle more than once.

Happy birthday to your dad. He's 10 years younger than I am.

Have a purrfect day and week. My best to your peeps. ♥

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

Poor baby. Hope the vet visit was uneventful. I'm with you on the best way to spend relaxing time off!

pilch92 said...

Happy Birthday to your wonderful Dad! I hope all your vet tests were good. XO

messymimi said...

PTUs (Personal Transportation Units) are really no fun, are they.

It sounds like your parents spent a very busy week exploring, which can be a lot of fun for us people.

I wish your Dad many happy returns of the day!

Saku said...

Happy Birthday to your dad bean. That's pretty old, isn't it. My mom bean just yelled, no its not...she's older, MOL
That face of your is so sweet. I wonder how your beans keep from giving you luvs all day!!

meowmeowmans said...

We are glad you did okay at the vet, Smudge. We think your vacationing style is great, and happy birthday to your wonderful dad!

The Island Cats said...

Glad your vet visit went well, Smudge, but being in that prisoner transport unit is no fun! Happy Birthday to your dad. ~Murphy

The Oceanside Animals said...

Charlee: "I'm with you, I would definitely rather relax on the bed or Dada's lap than wander around a battlefield or anywhere else that might potentially be scary."
Lulu: "Happy belated birthday to your dad!"
Java Bean: "¡Feliz Cumpleaños! Many happy returns!"

Darla M Sands said...

:D