Sunday 14 April 2013

Meeting the Neighbours

More new neighbours. This one visited last year but the pics have just been taken off the old camera. This one has been named Tinkerbell even though I do think it might be a male. Not a manly name but oh my goodness is he one seriously gorgeous full fluffy cat.


He visited one day while a friend and I were having lunch and her comment was "quick, there is a 'fluffing' big lion in your garden"! At least I think she used the word 'fluffing'. Excited by the idea of having a free safari attraction I raced to the window to see Tinkerbell and his foxy tail stalk up the neighbour's garden and disappear into his tented barbeque area. He came back a little while later and strolled around like a prospective purchaser before clocking Magic sitting scowling and low growling at the interloper. Tinkerbell was entirely unfussed, haughty as anything and decided to take up residence on the patio steps while posing shamelessly.

Red became alerted to this commotion and manfully ran up to stand shoulder to shoulder with Magic to lend his muscle (!) in support. When Magic realised he was beside her she barely took her eyes off Tinkerbell while swiping Red a decent thump for his trouble! Seemed a tad ungrateful I thought but Red was too interested in the new arrival to take much offense.

Anyway, the Mexican Stand Off lasted until Tinkerbell got bored and vaulted over the fence.






13 comments:

  1. Tinkerbell is quite handsome or pretty. Maybe the guys inside will get used to him/her coming by. It looks like he is look for a friend. He certainly looks like he is owned by someone. Have a great day.

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  2. Tinkerbell has pretty furs and looks to be quite placid. We're sure they will make friends soon.
    Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

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  3. Tinkerbell is very good looking. We aren't very friendly when "neighbors" come over to visit...we usually yell and scream at them to leave.

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  4. Thanks folks he does look very chilled. I'm guessing he is a boy with his lovely blue medallion in his chest wig but it is maybe a bit early in out aquaintance to check for sure! I'd be quite happy for him to make friends but think Magic might have other ideas. He/she is certainly a big improvement on Stinky who is still spreading his own noxious brand of hello....!

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  5. Tinkerbell is stunning!!! We've only had one neighbor come visit in our yard and Mom chased her off because we have a baby birdie nest.

    The Florida Furkids

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    1. It will remain to be seen if he comes in peace, but he is gorgeous and seems to know it!

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  6. That was an entertaining post - I like the photos of the 'stand off'!

    I've never actually tried a Derbyshire oatcake myself but I can recommend a Staffordshire one! I dream of buying a little place in the Peak District too. I grew up there and love it so much, but I now live about 5 miles outside the border and I don't like it!

    Just in case you're interested, here are some links for oatcakes which explain the difference - I thought it was an interesting read!...

    Derbyshire:
    http://www.matlockmercury.co.uk/news/story-of-derbyshire-oatcakes-1-3346583

    Staffordshire:
    http://www.nsoatcakes.com/

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    1. Thanks for this Louise, I've popped over to your blog.

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  7. Hi friends!
    We love your visit!
    We live in Brazil, and love to know catlovers and new kitties!!
    Kisses
    Marilia, Rafaela, Nelson, Bartolomeu, Ébano and Luan.

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    1. Welcome Marilia, and love from my fur family to yours.

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  8. Well hello! Thanks for dropping by our place. Please fell free to come by anytime!

    Quill and Greyson

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    1. Many thanks, I'll look ofrward to it, those were some great pics today on your blog.

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  9. What a handsome/beautiful specimen that Tinkerbell is! He does look friendly, though.

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