Apparently it is called a Scratch Lounge!
First you scratch.....
You can watch on YouTube here
...... and then you lounge!
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| Can anyone spot Mini-Me? |
Purrfect!
I want to apologise once again for my lack of presence on the blogosphere - ok, so you didn't notice! The Staff has been suffering from galloping ennui caused by her annual descent into the morbid flux, which, coincidentally, always seems to occur at times of collective jollity and celebration. She is an awkward biddy for sure!
Me? Well I have been causing great consternation by getting all excited about the wind (the external variety ;). We have had gales in excess of 100 mph along the coast and it makes me all excited so I climb the walls to try and get out into it! The Staff doesn't seem to realise that if I don't go out and patrol, there is a very good chance that something terrible will happen and I won't be able to stop it. She is clueless really!
Me? Well I have been causing great consternation by getting all excited about the wind (the external variety ;). We have had gales in excess of 100 mph along the coast and it makes me all excited so I climb the walls to try and get out into it! The Staff doesn't seem to realise that if I don't go out and patrol, there is a very good chance that something terrible will happen and I won't be able to stop it. She is clueless really!
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There has been some sad news in the cat blogosphere as we have heard of several friends who have gone to the Bridge in the last week. Bridget from Dip Dip and the Bridge and Gris Gris from Cat Wisdom 101. And now also Stranger from Angel Whisperer blog. Such a sad time for the kitties families and also for the whole cat blogosphere. We send lots of purrs and hugs xxx
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morbid - a higher offer, usually at auctions
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Wow , what a pawsome CATmas gift you got !
ReplyDeleteMy mom-person have been working most of CATmas :(
But I guess it means that she get a lot of green papers in january :)
I love the definition, Prof. Austin.
ReplyDeleteOur moms never understand our duties and how we must attend whether they think we should or not! However my dear, sometimes, Mom's know best and we don't want you out there in that wind. You might come back furless.
That is well cool Austin. Enjoy.
ReplyDeleteHave a super Saturday.
Best wishes Molly
Austin - our humans go through the same bizarre behavior each year as well. Mind boggling for sure... Anyhow, we love your video and we were also deeply saddened by the news that we lost some of our dear kitty friends in the last week...
ReplyDeletePurrs from the Zee and Zoey Gang!
Now that's got style Austin and we know now that you're a trend setter. We love the raised edges so if you are dreaming of chasing mice you won't fall off onto the floor.
ReplyDeleteLuv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
very cool Present Austin,and yes i see mini-me Austin,and we had the same winds down here too! more on monday I believe,xx SPeedy
ReplyDeletethat's a mighty fine gift you have there Austin...looks like fun too!! Enjoy it...Purrs!!
ReplyDeleteSorry about the Staff's descent into morbid flux (we like the word of the day definition of morbid better) although we definitely understand.
ReplyDeleteWe heard about the crazy weather over there and are very glad to hear all is well with you guys.
Great gift!! Scratch and lounge...pretty efficient!
Purrs,
Annie
We may have to whip out our dictionary for this post!
ReplyDeleteI see Mini-Me!!!
ReplyDeleteWe like to lounge on our cardboard scratcher too!
ReplyDeleteWe much prefer your definition of Morbid. :D
how wonderful! Congrats
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted a Scratch Lounger - my human is a big slacker for not getting me one! Those winds sound scary - I can't believe you want to go out in that! We've had winds really bad a couple of times and I just wanted to hide.
ReplyDeleteAustin my love,
ReplyDeleteYous still has a whole day to enter the Thankful Contest!!!!
And after watching yous, Me wants a scratch lounger!!!
Kisses
Nellie
Your scratch lounger looks very relaxing.We have had those winds here too. I went out in the garden a couple of times, but I had to slink around on my belly so I didn't get blown over.
ReplyDeleteThat is one terrific scratcher that you can sleep on too and you sure knew what to do with it. Sorry the Mom has been in another world but our Person gets like that too. It just goes along with the holidays. Take care.
ReplyDeleteWell we've sure been missing you pal!!! We were so sad so many friends are going to the Bridge too.
ReplyDeleteSo great to see you, Austin! Y'know what? That Scratch Lounge is one of my favorite things in the whole world!
ReplyDeleteWally
heh. The wind originates from Vegas...and our MOMMY! She's a gassy wench.
ReplyDeleteGalloping Ennui? Almost sounds like fun.
Austin, I really love that scratcher box you got there. That looks like a great place to nap after you have sharpened your nails.
ReplyDeleteAw, Austin, Buddy! You really got BOTH halves of that Scratch Lounger down pat. Good job!
ReplyDeleteI hope your Mom gets to feeling a bit better soon. It seems like this time of year brings on a funk for a lot of peeps. Sigh. Humans are too complicated!
Good to see you, Austin! XOXOXO
Pawsome gift ! You got two gifts in one ! Purrs
ReplyDeleteWOW Austin looks like you scored a way cool scratch lounge from Santa Paws this year! Nobody had to show you how to "use" that thing did they?! Well done. As for the BIG WIND - we've been reading blogs from other friends across the pond who have lost fences, roof tiles, gardens, and more with the huge winds - I think you should stay inside and stay safe my friend.....really!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sammy
Oh, we heard about your gale force winds and hope all the Christmas Trees of GB don't blow away. Our paws are crossed that all that nonsense ends soon so you can go out and patrol. We will all feel much safer when you do
ReplyDeletexo and headbonks for a Happy, Wind-free New Year!
Sparky
Holy CAT that's a lotta wind. They really need to use aome anti-gas product out there on the coasts, shouldn't they?
ReplyDeleteOh, and our mom totally has the definition of morbid WRONG. Just meowing!
It's a good thing she has you to keep her in touch with reality, Austin! And it's a good thing you got something to work out your issues when you're frustrated! Merry Christmas to both of you, and a very happy new year to come!
ReplyDeleteAll that scratcher needs is a cup holder and you've got EVERYTHING! ; )
ReplyDeleteWe hope your Christmas was WONDERFUL, Austin.
We're so sorry to hear about the sweet kitties that have left us.
(((purrs)))
I sure do like the sound of that scratch lounge. Or was that loungin' scratcher? Scratchin' and loungin' are BOTH AMAZINGLY FUN THINGS TO DO! Sounds like you got a great prezzie, for sure.
ReplyDeletePurrs,
Nissy
What a pawsome present. Might have to look for one of those. Very sad to hear about the families who are losing their furbabies. They are in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteSue B
funny you mentioned the "morbid flux"....tonight I began to feel the same. I don't often get like this but there is something about New Years that does it to me every time. It is NOT one of my most favorite holidays, AT ALL
ReplyDeletexoxo
Purrs and good thoughts to Caro (we understand that). Yikes about those winds, we hope they settle down. We loved your video Austin, looks like you are really enjoying your pressie, cool!
ReplyDeleteCool present!
ReplyDeleteAnd live it up - we're not here forever. Love your blog!
-Achae
Today's definition made mom chuckle. We have one of those lounge/scratchers. We prefer it for lounging. We really like it best when Mom sprinkles catnip on it. MOL! Purrs and hugs, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
ReplyDeleteVery cool Christmas present!
ReplyDeleteAustin you sure gave that scratcher a work out and then held it down well by napping on top!
ReplyDeleteI see mini-you
I see mini-you
That looks fab - hope you had a lovely Christmas!
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