IN A SHARING MOOD

Today was a pretty busy day for my family and not a lot of time for my usual adventures . I spent most of the day lounging, eating, and doing general cat stuff. I decided to share some photo's from the last few months. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do, MITCH.

Where's Waldo... I mean MITCH

I missed a few days with the blog due to technical difficulties. We had an issue with our computational device, but got it fixed....

It has been pretty rainy and windy the last few days but it hasn't slowed me down much. In between napping and cleaning myself, I managed to get some hunting and exploring in. I spotted a small red tail fox but my family member didn't have the camera ready in time(the big dope). To get even with him, I played hide and seek in the brush. See if you can spot me in my pic's. After the hide and seek game, I continued my exploration around the property. After the brief fox encounter, nothing really exceptional happened but I had a pretty good day enjoying the sights of the Willamette river. I had a pretty nice day and I wish the same for you.

Another great day on the river

The birds were everywhere today. My backyard was full of Blue jays, Sparrows,Robins, and others. So many birds for one cat to chase. I spotted a Blue jay right away. Ever so slowly I crept closer. As I prepared to pounce, it flew up to a Pine tree. I waited.. and waited. Then I remembered ... I can climb trees. I skillfully made my way up from branch to branch, Slowly getting closer to my prey. Suddenly the wind picked up and the rain started. My target flew away and left me trying to figure out how to get back down. I think I missed that lesson in school. After a bit I finally got down and went to the river(my favorite spot) and enjoyed the view. It was a good day for hunting. I really enjoy sharing my adventures with all of you and wish you all the best, MITCH.

Another nice day

Today was a great day. It was a little chilly this morning but I like the cool crisp breeze as it comes up from the river. I spent most of my day outside near the water and exploring in the woods nearby. I got a nice view of the heron again today flying along the bank and fishing. The beaver was very busy today dragging limbs and small trees out to his dam. As I was walking along the rocks, I spotted another mouse hiding down in a void. I was very patient and it paid off....Yippee... another trophy to lay on the door mat. The rest of the day I explored the woods and a lot of different critters that I hadn't met before. Have I mentioned how much I enjoy my life here on the river? I hope you enjoy your life as much as I do.

Oregon Beavers vs. Oregon ducks

.....The other day I posted pictures of the Oregon ducks in the river.....

Today was a pretty good day. It was a little on the rainy side this morning but it cleared up and I decided to go out and see who I could find to play with. As I made my way through the woods, I bumped into Mr. Squirrel(the fuzzy friend I made the other day). I watched him for a while without moving a muscle. He followed suit and froze in place. As we remained motionless and locked in a stare with each other, I heard a splashing sound from the river behind me. I briefly glanced away toward the sound and when I looked back, the squirrel had magically vanished. The splashing sound continued and curiosity got the best of me. As I crept down the rocky river bank I saw an Oregon Beaver(well it was a beaver and we were in Oregon). He was struggling with a large branch that was partially in the river. I slowly made my way over the rocks and down the bank. I watched as he got the branch out of the water and onto the shore. He paused for a while and then went back for a drink. I slowly moved closer and then I was spotted. He stepped into the water and swam away. I hope I get another chance to meet him, he seemed friendly. I did a lot of hunting today but that beaver was probably my most interesting find. I had a pretty good day, I hope you did too.

A lazy day for me

I stayed out late last night. When I went out for my evening stroll, I caught my chubby raccoon friend stealing food from my bowl. I knew there was something about him I couldn't trust. Instantly the chase began... first under the porch, then out to the yard for a few laps, and finally down to the river where he got away. Geeesh....he is pretty quick for being so darn plump. After the chase I decided to do some mouse hunting. I had a pretty good hunt and caught 2 mice. I don't like to eat mice, I just leave them on the doormat for my family to enjoy. I guess I wore myself out because today I was pretty tired. I went outside for a while and watched some geese but mostly I just lied around the house, watched "Ellen", and did the lazy thing. Untill tomorrow....LIVE , LAUGH, and Nap.

The one that got away....

Today was a pretty nice Sunday...Not too warm, but not rainy. I did the usual cat stuff (eating,napping,cleaning myself) and then went outside to see what kind of adventure was in store for me. As I sat on the back porch, I noticed a Blue Jay perched next to the river. I knew from experience that I probably had no chance of catching him but I am a cat and it is my job to try. I slowly crept to the edge of the yard and just as I was trying to invent a way to jump 5 feet in the air,he flew away. When I peered over the edge of the yard, I saw one of the largest birds yet. It was a Blue Heron. It had one of the longest beaks I had seen. I was so impressed with it's size that I sat and watched him for what seemed like an hour(probably only 7 minutes in cat time). When I got up the nerve to move in closer, he stretched his wings and took flight. It was amazing to watch. After going down and getting a drink of nice cool water, I realized I was hungry and went to the house to eat.

I think I made a new friend today

This morning I went out and cruised around the yard a while. I saw a squirrel that I have been trying to get acquainted with. I walked slowly (as not to spook him) and calmly so he knew I wasn't trying to stalk him. He seemed to understand and instead of quickly running away, he taunted me a bit by running circles around the tree and stopping each time to see if I was still watching.I guess he realized I wasn't trying to catch him. I think maybe we could be friends. After several minutes of this game, the squirrel moved on and I went down to the river to take in my daily view. As I sat on my favorite rock, I saw a couple "Oregon Ducks"... well actually they were ducks,,, and they were in Oregon. After a while, a drift boat floated past . Then it started raining a little bit and I headed for shelter. Even when it rains, I wouldn't trade my life on the river for anything.

I share the river with a lot of wildlife

Today while I was out enjoying the sunshine again, I had a close encounter with a chubby raccoon. I think he was as curious about me as I was about him. I tried to get close but I have to admit that something was a bit intimidating about him. I think it was the mask, or possibly his shiny eyes. After a brief stare down, He wandered away. I focused my attention on some small fish in the river and a hawk that was flying overhead that seemed to be watching the fish too. After chasing a butterfly for a while, I decided to take a nap in the old hammock. I love life on the river and all the wildlife I share it with. Have a wonderful day, MITCH

Another warm day

Today was nice and sunny again. The river was busy with a lot of boats. I even watched a rescue boat speed past. I watched a bald eagle up in a tree for a long time. I thought about catching him but he looked a little out of my league. I changed my focus to a grey squirrel climbing down a tree. He looked more my size but he was a bit faster than I expected and quickly evaded my pursuit. I sure am glad that my family feeds me, I don't think I would survive on my on merits. All in all, I had a pretty awesome day. I hope you all have a nice day too. MITCH