Tag Archives: cats

Down one cat

Posted on January 16, 2020 by rossmurray1

This is a sad cat story, I’m afraid. Attentive readers will remember Nellie, one of our five cats, and one on the larger side, so large that she had difficulty cleaning her deepest, darkest regions. First thing every morning, she … Continue reading →

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Notes from an ongoing territorial dispute with the cats

Posted on May 9, 2019 by rossmurray1

Background The queen-size bed situated within the master bedroom (hereinafter known as the Territory) has been officially occupied by two economic partners for more than two decades, and clear title and ownership of said Territory is undisputed, with divisions between … Continue reading →

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Meet the pets

Posted on May 3, 2018 by rossmurray1

Over the years, I have frequently referenced the many pets that have roamed this house, not always in a flattering light. Not ever in a flattering light. Sometimes you can’t even see the light because it’s blocked by too many … Continue reading →

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The cat who cancelled Thanksgiving

Posted on October 12, 2017 by rossmurray1

Regular readers know that I harbour a certain prejudice against cats, and like most prejudices, it’s defined by my own narrow experience. But this summer, our middle daughter Katie moved back home along with her own two cats, Lincoln and … Continue reading →

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I am running for town hall?

Posted on October 5, 2017 by rossmurray1

A number of people have asked me about a rumour going around that I plan to run for municipal council. If ever there was a time to address such a rumour – one day before the nomination deadline – this … Continue reading →

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