Cats Rule

We have 3 cats. Imp, is about 4 years old, quite loving and still playful. Even plays tag with the Hubby. And he is a voracious hunter. It is not odd to find wriggling lizard tails around the back yard or for him to bring in live mice, moles, and birds which he will present to us before chowing down on them. (ask me about the baby quail that escaped into the house sometime) I am quite certain, (although I have not seen it happen) that he unhinges his jaw, and like the giant anaconda, he eats these creatures whole. This past summer he brought down a cute and fuzzy bunny, which was eaten in stages and was buried and unburied all around the yard for a time. I have seen him do many acrobatic tricks when playing with chipmunks and squirrels.

Then there is Hoops & Yoyo, our kittens of 8 months. They are quite active and playful. Hoopsie is the lady of the house and will let you know when she wishes to have you pay attention to her by gently, but firmly, nipping at your finger or even your nose, if that is what she can get to. Yoyo is a long, sleek guy with big ears and at times acts like a puppy with his exuberance. He has a high squeaky voice that is hilarious given his growing size.

Several times since we brought home the kittens (and Imp decided that they were not vile creatures), he has brought in "toys" for them to see. I heartily applaud the mole that was brought in last month, I just wish they didn't have to bring it inside. Well I guess his training has paid off. Tonight Hoops brought in a bat. Which of course, was still alive and when we tried to stop her she let it go and well, it took about 20 minutes of ducking, and chasing but we finally netted the poor little thing and let it go. Hoops of course was quite put out that her "toy" was gone and bounded out the door. I'm sure she'll be back soon with something else.