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[26point3andbeyond]

#caturday morning post w/ Jack. He was chatting (sternly) w/ squirrels about tearing up the coffee bean mulch around the begonias. Jack takes gardening seriously. ° #horticulture #diamondlkcats #jack #coolcat #norwegianforestcat #gingercat #calicat #catslife #talkingtosquirrels #squirrelwhisperer #diamondlk #begonias #catsagram #letmeclearmythroat #hestheboss (at Diamond Lake, Minneapolis) https://www.instagram.com/p/BomGmJxlalz/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qtzijh6ncq5e

[26point3andbeyond]

Our Sweet Girl 😢 - she left this world 29 October- cancer, once again, stealing another of our family. Fuck cancer. Kumakichi was born May 2008, in the back of 506 S. East Ave, Highlandtown Baltimore. She enjoyed a carefree childhood, w/ her siblings, protected from the rats & other elements by MamaCat, the best Cat Mom ever! She was sweeter than salt & would occasionally snuggle up on @margomuschamp ‘s head & sleep for hours, purring & nuzzling & giving love ❤️ No better guard cat - claws sharper than a Japanese Chef’s knife & teeth to match. But she was also gentle & kind & loved flowers & random wild animals that would wander through the yard (squirrels, possums, raccoons, turkeys, & crows); a true nature lover spending countless hours lolling under the peonies or amongst the grape vines. A ray of bright sunshine every morning, giving a Good Morning swat to anyone that came near. Kumakichi did not tolerate fools & kept everyone in line when the shenanigans we’re getting too wild. It sucks to say Goodbye but she left us with many happy memories & for that, we are grateful 🥲💜💚❤️‍🩹 #diamondlkcats (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVz--tPLamh/?utm_medium=tumblr

[26point3andbeyond]

When you have a Roger for your #guardcat you don’t worry about raccoons or Red Tail Hawks stealing your popsicle, you just watch pj masks & enjoy the afternoon treat. #diamondlkgirls #diamondlkgardens #diamondlkcats #summertimetreat #rogerstheman #dontmessaroundwithroger #guardian (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSibPYjMu_m/?utm_medium=tumblr

[26point3andbeyond]

For a Big Cat, he’s pretty stealthy - like Tyranny Mathieu #boom #HoneyBadger Fortunately, he’s a gentle Viking-Cat & just likes to watch the squirrels. ° #ErikTheRed #VikingCat #diamondlkcats #diamondlkphotography #strongsafety #stealthmode #bigcat #catslife #caturday #squirrelwatching #livethelife #gingercat #catsagram #sweetcat #gentlegiant #fullsize #summeractivities (at Diamond Lake, Minneapolis)

[26point3andbeyond]

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It’s raining in [#mpls ] [&] 15 miles East - Where Biggie should be, Rog is around - I need a phone call I [don’t] need a raincoat #diamondlkcats #diamondlklife #roger #hesalooker #rainlover #sota #raining #outsidemywindow (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQpavWVD8Qg/?utm_medium=tumblr

[26point3andbeyond]

The Mulberry Tree has gone the way of the Royals - physically, remnants remain, but for all intents & purposes, the death knell sounded today; & Jack is keeping a bit of one limb for auld lang syne. #thegentlemanfromcalifornia has been spending more & more time in boxes, regardless of the weather 🌧 so we accommodate his wishes... #respectyourelders Monarch spotting 🤗 @phillipska17 family came to do work on her house & remove said mulberry tree; & in the process have been so wonderful w/ the #diamondlkgirls :-: answering every query, explaining what, why, & what repeatedly & generally being exactly what 1 would expect from #Wisconsinites 💚💛 - 🙏🏽 #diamondlklife #diamondlkphotography #diamondlkgardens #sota #diamondlkcats (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQm7vhCM3ws/?utm_medium=tumblr

[26point3andbeyond]

Roger outside a window- A window into Roger’s soul- A soul that is full of wonder- A wonder that Roger remains so calm- Given the trials he endures daily- And the daily existence of a cat, in a house of cats, & cards, & constant threats to his throne- Throne of the little cat that keeps all the Wild Things in line, at #diamondlkgardens These are the days of Roger’s life- The life of Roger is continuously unfolding- Like laundry, in a dryer, unfolded, but perfectly happy in its environment- God save the Prince - #princeroger #sultanofdiamondlk #diamondlkcats #roger #notdean #bmorecats #sbcsbearcat #rogertwinklesjenkins #sowebo #acatslife #catlover #catinawindow (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CO4KZW3HdAf/?igshid=2py8rx3akjkb

[26point3andbeyond]

Bun-Bun BabyBun - what a cute little nose Adeline, I call her - awfully adorable & smart - she often goes in the fenced areas to eat Checking out the terrific artwork at the local #bbqjoint #qfanatic @savorybakehouse #biscone (way better than any scone you’ve ever had, anywhere) w/ @boarshead_official tavern ham, #locallylaid egg #eggporn from @kowalskis_markets & @lovemyphilly cream cheese. This #breakfastsandwich was so amazing that I forgot my name for several hours #deeelish #diamondlkbistro Speaking of the bistro, #teresmajor #tacos prep - we’re real professional like. #catsilhouette #roger #singular #notarkansas #diamondlkomneity #diamondlkgirls #diamondlkcats #mpls #sota #mplsfoodie #goodeats #babybunny #furrybaby #yolkporn #icook #savorybakehouse #michelinworthy #lifemovesfast (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/COMS0AenNO9/?igshid=n8m6g1dgkw3a

[26point3andbeyond]

Jack No Ka Òi! 20 years ago, The Once & Future King 👑 of Deerpark Drive, Robinson Street & Diamond Lake, was a newborn kitten. Jack’s life has been 1 adventure after another, & he just rolls w/ it. He’s California cool, Baltimore badass & Minnesota Nicer (he’s not passive aggressive). The most winsome in Windsor, prodigious in Paris, vociferous in Venice, & astute in Aspen. He’s a role model for cats, rats, hogs & dogs everywhere & has never met a stranger. Jack makes #themostinterestingmanintheworld feel like a slouch. He’s more famous than Amos & he spends his spare time crafting eyewear for manatees... he is, after all, a #jackofalltrades - a Renaissance cat if ever there was 1. Happy Birthday Month Jack! You’re the Best🧡🧡🧡 #happybirthdayjack #diamondlkcats #diamondlkomneity #diamondlkphotography #diamondlklife #acatslife #catlove #norwegianforestcat #orangecat #winsome #ourboy #famousamos #californiacat (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CN-LyXGHPc7/?igshid=1b37acc8g8ecu

[26point3andbeyond]

Sometimes Roger & I reminisce about days gone by, when we could sit for a spell & read a little poetry, contemplate life, maybe sip a little scotch, #saladdays - #diamondlkomneity #diamondlkphotography #diamondlkcats #roger #notvivier #poetrylovers #hafiz #amarillos #yellows #shades #tuscansun #sbcscat #sbcsbearcat #goodreads #shadesofyellow #catslife🐾 #deepthoughts #withroger #thegift #earsandfishes #persianpoetry (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNgUsTgnyOs/?igshid=g85x0xrobau

[26point3andbeyond]

When living in Ladysmith, blocks from the Flambeau, I never knew the secret of flambé. Now I live nearer Minnehaha creek, & I’m a flambé expert, sort of. Someday I’d like to be in a parade, on the Flambeau, making bananas Foster & other fruits in the flambé fashion. I think this form of fruit is particularly useful for layering on top of French toast, upon which one can stack pastrami or corned beef, or both, & call it an UnCrisped Cork W/ Fiery Fruits, or something more catchy. The #diamondlkgirls relax once every couple of weeks, for 30-40 minutes; & they love dress-up - as do I. Pirates #arrrgh pretty nice most of the time. We also prepare for #openingday by sporting some hometown gear (while secretly cheering on #thecrew - the fashion police may have paid us a visit, Shay was out of regs. Jack was also ready for the old ball game to get underway - he’s turning twenty in a few days (about 96 in hooman years). Good thing he’s got his #oodicorn posse at the ready. The Brewers won, 6-5, so we’re undefeated 🤗 #diamondlkomneity #diamondlkbistro #diamondlkphotography #diamondlkcats #foodporn #mplsfoodie #sandwichporn #sota #adayinthelife #ortwodays #justjack #birthdaymonth #pirate #twins #cat #animals (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNJQsP9HO5n/?igshid=48thxc3luhbu

[26point3andbeyond]

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Roger & Me: The 2nd story. @michaelfmoore doesn’t know about this yet, but I think he’ll like it. The cat condo is still prime real estate, @heath.mench - Rob & Lee should be proud of their craftsmanship. #roger #notsmith #diamondlkcats #diamondlkomneity #diamondlkshorts #mplsartist #acatslife (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CM-39GHBmC6/?igshid=11cdoldawtmx8

[26point3andbeyond]

Wait, I can’t, I got cats 🐈 🐈 🐈 🐈 🐈 Cats, who woulda thunk it. And I love them. They are vigilant & protective of anyone who comes in the house, like dogs, but smaller, mostly. They make sure the beds are made, the pillows are soft, the heads are booped - & in return, we make sure their food gets eaten, they get adequate snuggles & they have cozy places to sleep. It’s a good trade-off. Considering the unfortunate fact that I have allergic reactions to cats, it’s kind of amazing that I’ve become such a #catlover. We’re down to 4 - Jack, the Elder Statesman #Gentleman from California; MamaCat (Olympic class high jumper) & her daughter Kika (green-eyed girl)(#kumakichi ) of Highlandtown in Baltimore - MamaCat & her late beau, GreyBear (father of all of MamaCats kittens), were known as Abelard & Heloise as our neighbor, a professor of philosophy, noted their love story was iconic. We miss Biggie & Baba, brother & sister - from MamaCat’s 2nd litter, gone too soon, & Grey, also left this world too soon. But we’re thankful for the love they’ve provided to all of us & the tolerance they’ve exhibited w/ the #diamondlkgirls - I think Roger, of SouthWest Baltimore’s #pigtown neighborhood, @sbcschool #sbcsbearcat has qualified for Sainthood - the girls give him hell & he just keeps on going back for attention 😽 #diamondlkcats #diamondlkphotography #diamondlkomneity #catslife #catlove #justjack #cats (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKpHjgxFX_6/?igshid=1bismt2jcxae

[26point3andbeyond]

“A long December [25th-26th] & there’s reason to believe, maybe this [coming] year will be better than the last” At the bare minimum, there was jamón & speck & I wrapped them around cheeses, to include a lovely Bleu from Vermont (#gocatamounts ) & some raw garlic, avocado, banana peppers, whatever’s handy, & delicious - paired w/ sazeracs & other botanical cocktails. Roger #rogertwinklesjenkins curled up in a cozy bed & awaited his treats The #diamondlkgirls spent a solid 30 minutes watching Frozen, so nice. Ernie’s Texas Lunch has been a Gettysburg staple since (by various names) since the Harding administration - that’s a pretty good run - & they’ll probably be around for another 99 years. #lakife is different when the temperatures plunge & the waters no longer welcome swimmers & boaters. But they’re lovely, just the same. And the Bunyanesqe ornaments in Wayzata provide nice backdrops for many a XMas card. Out in the cold & snow, burning the midnight (or 18:00 hours) oil before dinner time. #nojacketrequired #diamondlkomneity #diamondlklife #diamondlkcats #wintertide #charcuterie #sbcscat #xmasmorning #erniestexaslunch #sazerac #mplsfoodie #cosettas #lakeminnetonka #diamondlkphotography #whatafuckinyear (at Diamond Lake Bistro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJSJw8PFWaN/?igshid=1c7qh8j3cyrz

[26point3andbeyond]

Kumakichi is walking away from 2020 like a woman on fire 🔥- #readyfor2021 I don’t yet understand why this sign is necessary, in a farming community - but maybe it’s b/c the city kids have been driving out there to smoke pot & they don’t know to watch for farm implements on the road 🤔 🚜 also wondering if the rendering depicts an Allis Chalmers or a Massey Ferguson? #GplusJ & their #tunneloflove - probably had Springsteen on the Walkman while tagging this That there is a CH-53Dinosaur - they’re not extinct, yet Cincinnati-Covington suspension bridge, more than 150 years old Stairway to Heaven (Haiku Stairs), final leg, from way up in the clouds (pics 4-6) taken w/ assistance from Google Earth) Ham, Turkey & Swiss on leftover French Toast, not too shabby @savorybakehouse gets my vote for Best Bakehouse in the Nation. Everything they create is Amazing! #foodporn #mplsfoodie Beneath the docks, life is different Jack, preparing for his 20th Christmas 🙀🎄 he gets a lot of sleep & stretches every couple of hours, he’s The Dude of cats. Merry Christmas 🌵🪵✨🥂 #diamondlkomneity #diamondlkphotography #diamondlkbistro #diamondlkcats #ch53d #stairwaytoheaven #jacksthedude #kumakichi #tortoiseshellcat #xmas2020 (at Minneapolis, Minnesota) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJNkk0aF_63/?igshid=1t1bmiipllcws

[26point3andbeyond]

Erik The Red - Searching for his raison d’être ° #diamondlkphotography #postconsciousness #existential #cat #existentialism #diamondlkcats #erikthered #vikingcat #pondering #thoughtful #thinker #catsofinstagram #blacknwhite #monochrome #catslife #meaning #profound #raisondetre #instacat #fullsize #bigboy #lifebeyondlimits #createeveryday #creativelife #catart #mpls #catsagram (at Minneapolis, Minnesota)