After a peaceful night - no little paws in our faces, no jumping on the bed - we were up to meet Casey for brunch at John's Place.
I had this outfit already planned prior to my closet swap-over (here if you missed it), so I didn't have to think too much.
- Velour hoodie - Juicy Couture, vintage 90s, thrifted; last worn here on a weekend trip to Powell River in August
- Sheer ruched top - no label, thrifted; last seen here under cerulean suede in September
- Silk skirt - Ralph Lauren, consignment; last worn here layered under my Halston Ultrasuede in May
- Shoes - Go Groovy Aubrey, Fluevog; last seen here in July for a trip to the dentist in leopard
I'd forgotten how exhausting a little kitten can be! I've never had two at once. Just to clarify, they are blood brothers. We've noticed they have a very strong connection and often mirror each other.
Hello to Donna, who stopped by our table at John's Place. Always great to meet a fellow Fluevog-lover!
I adore this skirt - it's so swooshy and pretty.
We didn't linger in town, but came right home.
What kind of shenanigans would our "Whateley Crew" be up to while we were gone?
The stuff:
Happy to have my little black/bronze leather purse back.
- Purse - Aimee Kestenberg, thrifted, Powell River
- Silk scarf - Alexander McQueen, vintage 00s, consignment, Vancouver
Bold bronze bling:
First wearing of the bronze/bone/wood necklace. I loved the weight of it.
- Bronze/stones cuff - Loren Hope, thrifted
- Gold-plated shark cuff - Tom Binns, 2012, consignment
- Leather heart pin - Smoking Lily
- Necklace - consignment; purchased here for $75.00
- Earrings - consignment
- Brass rings x 2 - vintage 70s, vintage mall
- Bronze ring - P. Sarpaneva, vintage 70s, vintage expo
I usually read in bed while I have my first coffee. Someone decided to join me on Saturday morning.
"What are you doing?"
Such a cute face - Whateley is a very handsome cat.
Barnabas is our little pocket panther. He took right to the big scratching post and was watching the birds in the Garry Oaks.
"My spot."
Whateley went after Monster Vest.
"I EAT THIS!"
That's a big NOPE, little buddy. We'll just move that somewhere less tempting for you.
Barnabas getting a good smell of the neighbourhood.
They both slept on here, both on this shelf and in the top tray.
And then they wrestled.
I did not get much reading in!
This is mostly roughhousing, not actual violence.
They are so lovely. I can't believe how (relatively) easy they are. Famous last words...
I want to make sure they are both used to being grabbed, cuddled and handled by humans.
Whateley selfie! I pop their claws in preparation for eventual regular clipping. Right now, they have tiny daggers. Both L's and my hands are turning into maps of scratches!
And a more blurry one with Barnabas.
"I'm watching myself in the mirror."
We spent the day just being quiet, letting them get used to us and the house, and hung out playing board games in the evening so they could learn our routines.
We were completely boggled at how quickly they adapted to being in our home. Here they are snoozing on L's couch in the afternoon.
They completely crashed in the evening while we played board games. We were concerned about them going after the game pieces - Vizzini's legacy is mangled pieces with toothmarks in them.
We needn't have worried. They didn't go after our snacks, two lamps have been knocked askew, and gently dissuasion not to hop on the table actually worked.
We feel like we hit the jackpot with these two sweethearts.
Our hearts are full!
Off to enjoy an afternoon of watching the leaves fall, snuggles and zoomies (including climbing the curtains).
Wonderful to meet your two kittens - they are such cuties.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Alli!
DeleteThey’re so beautiful! Their little faces!
ReplyDeleteYour brunch outfit is the perfect intersection of comfy and glam, I love it.
Thanks, Julia! Aren't they just the sweetest little things? Aw!
DeleteThe pictures of them cuddling together are almost too much to bear 🥹
ReplyDeleteWait till you meet them! Soon!!
DeleteThe velour top is so cool. Your kitties are beyond cute. rgds Lise
ReplyDeleteI love the colour, thanks, Lise! I know, such CUTENESS. I might explode!
DeleteHow did you get the name Barnabas? Because my father's wife had a black cat named the same. So funny. But they are very pretty and cute! And a handful!
ReplyDeleteIt's a good cat name! Thanks, so much Nancy!
DeleteOkay, I searched for your previous posts and now I know, lol.
ReplyDeleteAll good, sorry, had a lot of stuff to get through in a short period of time!
DeleteI'm here via Vix to see the kittens and they are beautiful. Whateley's stripes are stunning.
ReplyDeleteAw, thank you so much for coming by, Ruth! Isn't Whateley a beauty? I've never seen such pretty markings.
DeleteI absolutely adore Saturday's outfit, which looks very tactile!
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, you have definitely hit the jackpot with these two. I can't believe how quickly they are adapting, particularly when I think about Bess's first two days hidden under a cupboard and only having been able to pet her after a couple of weeks! It probably helps that they've got each other.
That penultimate picture of them is adorable! xxx
Thanks so much, Ann! I loved the swooshy and the soft/comfy in that outfit.
DeleteL and I are both amazed at how well-adapted they are already - we were fully prepared for weeks of shy kittens or hiding spaces, but they have taken over like they've owned the place (and us) for years. I am sure it's a huge help that they are together.
Oh my gosh, Whateley's face! And the two of them snuggling together! And Whateley checking you out on your bed! Swooning at how cute and adorable and huggable they look! Thanks for clarifying that they are blood brothers. Like others have mentioned, I am guessing their laid back behavior is due to their comfort with one another, and that likely translates to "since we are together we must be safe" or "what's not to love about our new family and home!"
ReplyDeleteYour shoes, skirt and necklace are what caught my eye, though in honesty right now it's all about the cats. :-)
Cheers, Laurie
Right? He's such a gorgeous boy! They are both so cute and huggable, but hugging is still a bit off limits (I have picked them up and given them loving that way), although I know they will come around. Yes, you're totally right, Laurie - they are bonded, and we know Whateley would have been adopted on his own quickly (so pretty), leaving poor Barnabas a skittish lonely boy. I'm so glad we were able to adopt them together - it all worked out so well.
DeleteThank you! Ha ha, I know!! Cats first!
It's so funny how your gorgeous outfit is getting outshone by two handsome kitties who don't even have to think about what to wear!
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