Obstacles

 Writing a daily (almost) blog is not always as easy as it might look.

  Sure, the subject matter is always there.  But in spite of that, there are times when I sit down at the computer and struggle for new and interesting ways of describing the beautifully mundane... where life ticks along with routine certainty.

On random occasions, however, there are real obstacles to writing - physical obstacles... actually one, in particular.

This little one, so demure and sweet one minute, can be a complete pain in the "behindertail" at another.

There's no regard given to the fact that I am sitting here, trying to create something.  No, at this particular moment the cat has needs.  And needs must be met.  Like... please let me rub myself against your body and stick my tail up your nose.  If you love me, you'll let me....

Over and over, she rubs herself on me and tickles my nose with her tail until I sneeze!

That activity finished, she moves on to one of her favorite cat and mouse games.

Is nothing sacred? 

 Lord help me if I try to intervene.  I am reprimanded with a sharp swipe across my hand.

No, I must wait until Ivy, Her Ladyship, is quite finished with the game of the moment.  

No worries, she quickly moves on to another game... "bat the lamp pull".  She watches as the pendulum, that she has set in motion, swings...

occasionally helping it along its path.

About 90 seconds later, she becomes bored with this game as well.

Now it't time for a stare-off.  I have no choice but to play.

Moments later, I reach for the mouse and she swats my hand away.

Games over.  The cat is evicted.  And work resumes.

You see?  I need to ask for hazard pay for this blogging job!  What's that?  No pay?  Oh, that's right... I do this for the fringe benefits.  What's that?  No benefits?   Hmmmmm.... me needs to rethink this arrangement! [laughing]

Two photos that Jack took... 

The morning sun glistening on the ice-tipped tree branches.  I wish you could have been there... the woods looked like it was strung with Christmas lights!

Breakfast time... arrival flights on a crowded runway... all flights on time this morning! 

I know that it may seem crazy how we feed all of these ducks, but our two domestic ducks count on us to feed them and there is no way to keep the wild ducks from partaking... so we end up feeding everyone.  It's ok... not complaining in the least.  Ducks are such benign creatures.  Their presence on the pond makes me very happy!


In case you were wondering about our newest addition, Gus - this lovey boy - is still calling the barn "home".  I think he's here to stay.  Although, I noticed that he has a patch of hair missing from his neck.  And I had found a lot of black and white fur on the barn floor several nights ago.  My theory is that Gus had a go-round with Half-cat Pat (the black and white stray that we occasionally catch on "kitty-cam".  We examined Pete (the only other cat with white hair) and he had no evidence of any fight wounds or hair missing.

Hopefully everyone works out their differences.  Luckily, the Bea's, Moll, Pete, and Gus all seem to get along just fine.


Well, just like that - we slide sideways (literally... we are sliding sideways around here with all this ice!) into Friday and another weekend.  We are predicted to have a rather significant snowstorm beginning on Sunday.  We'll report back on Monday and let you know how we fared!  Until then... stay warm, stay safe!
With hugs from the farm.

PS:  Patsy... you can definitely make donuts from sourdough starter.... don't give me any ideas!!

Comments

Mundane is in the eye of the beholder. Though it may be hard to find things to write about, one man's mundane is another man's joy.
It seems people love to visit the world of another. You never know how much a blog post can mean to someone else. Maybe someone who can't get out to do things, or doesn't have family to visit or whatever the case may be. But they can visit others through blogs,email and such. Never underestimate what sharing a bit of your life can do for another. It can be a real blessing to others.
Hope you can hunker down and stay safe in this next storm.
Love the kitties and glad they all have a nice warm home with you! Enjoy your weekend!
daisy g said…
Oh, that curious kitty! They are so easily amused, and then easily distracted.

I enjoy anything you write about, it is one of the best parts of my day.

Enjoy your snow! We are supposed to get a significant amount here in the Piedmont and I couldn't be happier!
Marcia LaRue said…
I would love to have that problem of a kitty interrupting the flow ... LOL Where I live now ... No pets allowed! Ugh! So, I have to be happy with enjoying your furbabies ... All of them!
Visiting BHA every morning is far from mundane ... I do miss you on the weekends, however, that just makes Monday so much better!
I don't think we have to tell you to enjoy your days off! 🐈
Jeannie said…
Thank you for taking the time to take pictures and write to us. I find something to smile about in every post. Today it was the kitties. We no longer have one, but I still enjoy observing their mysterious ways, whether through your blog or in my neighbor's yard. The closeup of Ivy reminded me of my brother's Cats Eye marbles from long ago.
Jody in Georgia said…
Bev, "mundane" is NOT a word to describe your blog. I would use the words joyful, inspiring, entertaining, delightful....and so on! And, of course, very much appreciated! Today's blog had me chuckling....as a catmom of three, I could identify with your computer time. Right now there is a big orange and white furkid sprawled on my desk. And I wouldn't have it any other way! Thanks again for sharing.
Karla said…
Great post as always and that tree picture is amazing!!!
Mimi of Five said…
I am in full agreement with all the previous comments. I stand in awe of your life on the Farm. I gave my Farm life up several years ago but hope to return for retirement, therefore any and all events are welcomed. It stands to remind us that if we take the time daily to live in the moment, we can all find beauty and peace in our surroundings which is especially essential during this time and given the pandemic. Please continue on your journey and make all of your followers lives whole by letting us live vicariously through your lens.
littlemancat said…
Everyone has said it so well! Your life at the farm,photos,musings,animals,absolutely all of it bring something bright and good to our days.
Mary
Agent X, not said…
"Dogs have masters, cats have servants." ~ Author unknown
Always enjoy your thoughts. As most of our worlds are made of the mundane & little moments in life, best to enjoy what we have as it is presented. Have a safe and warm weekend.
Junebug said…
Mundane, ha ha! I can't imagine my morning without you! I so love the antics of kitties! Even though my nose my have been itching through screen time, lol! Enjoy your weekend and stay warm in the predicted storm!
This N That said…
I can relate!
You don’t know Mundane, luckily!
I miss my quackers..There we’re only two of them but they provided hours of entertainment.
Have a good weekend. Snow late Sunday. We just got over last weekends snow as far as being able to navigate through it. Now this again. The forecast said it could happen again in seven days. Whoopee! Xxoo
THE BEARDED ONE said…
YOUR BRILLANCE IS VERY OBVIOUS IN THIS POST...YOU ARE SOOOOOOOOOOO VERY AMAZING...YOU MAKE EVERYTHING SPECIAL...YOU ARE SURE AN AMAZING LADY..HUBBS IS SURE BLESSED...GREAT PICS AND STORIES..I IMAGINE YOU WERE SAD WHEN YOU HAD TO PUT THE IVY OUTSIDE...THEY ARE PREDICTING 4/6 INCHES OF SNOW AND ICE STARTING SATURDAY AND BEING MUCH WORSE SUNDAY..
THOUGH IT IS BEAUTIFUL AND I LOVE SNOW ICE CREAAM...IT IS S DANGEROUS FOR THOSE WHJO WORK IN HSOPITALS AND NURSING HOMES LIKE OUR GRANDSON.. HE LIVES ON A SLIGHT HILL..BUT THE ROAD TO THE H/NH IS A STEEP HILL DOWN W/A CURVE AT TEH BOTTOM AND A STEEP HILL BACK UP TO THE H/NH...SOOOOOO IT GIVES US MUCH WORRY...HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND...LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT WEEKS ENJOYABLE POST AND BRILLANT COMMENTS !!!
That Ivy is a stinker, but so loveable. She really helps doesn't she???
I didn't know that black and white cat that we saw quite awhile ago, is still coming around. I hope s/he and Gus can learn to get along, like all the rest. You have such a sweet group of critters around every corner of your place. That's just one reason why I end every evening with a visit to your farm. Wishing you all will fare well during the coming snow storm. Take good care.