Happy Mother’s Day!

Hey, Moms! Happy Mother’s Day! I hope you aren’t doing a darned thing. I hope you’re kicking back with your feet up, taking advantage of this one special day that’s just for you. It’s okay to be self-indulgent today; it’s your day. Don’t do dishes, don’t you cook, don’t lift a finger today. If you’re a single mom, hit McDonald’s if you can’t afford to go for a sit down dinner, but definitely avoid your kitchen at all costs. Moms with big kids, spouses, or significant others, sit down. Somebody else can do all the stuff you usually do, and … Continue reading

Mother’s Day Gifts for Pet Moms

I don’t have children –human ones, that is—but I do have my dog and two cats and I do consider myself their mom. So does my husband. Most Mother’s Days he spoils me with cards from both the pets and himself expressing their appreciation for all I do for them. It’s a dearly treasured gesture. (A lot of times it’s even accompanied with breakfast in bed or the question, “Where would you like me to take you for breakfast today?” Since I’m a big breakfast lover, this is one of the best gifts I can get!) The other day while … Continue reading

The Cat Cottage: Can I Get My Money Back?

Back in January I was shopping the sales for cool Christmas clearances for cats and saw these fun looking cardboard cat playhouses. I knew I had to get one! Well, originally I was going to get the City Place Cat Playhouse. At $25 it was going to be the most expensive pet toy–dog or cat–I’d ever bought. But I was sure Mr. Meow, who loves playing in boxes, would love it. Well, when I realized how much Tabby also liked to play in boxes, I decided, “Oh no, this cat cottage is just too cute. They have to have that.” … Continue reading