I’m baack.  The photo projects are complete and it’s time to CATch up with you my friend.  That right.  It’s I Love Midnight Monday here on Secondary Roads.  My little buddy has been watching over me making sure I’m okay.

Normally he comes around in the early afternoon to see what I’m doing.  If I’m here in the computer chair he jumps up and settles in with his butt on my lap, his front paws atop my belly and his nose just under my chin.  He then proceeds to nuzzle me under the chin.  He might even give me kitty kisses on the beard.  (I suspect he is secretly checking for any fragments from lunch that missed my mouth.)  You might think that he is such a loving friend, and it does appear to be that.  However, I know that he’s just telling me he’s ready for his afternoon meal.  I usually make him wait a bit.

In the evening, I may spend some time in the recliner in front of the TV.  Midnight usually hops up on my lap and greets me.  Anyone can tell he’s just checking to make sure I’m alive–and awake.  Once satisfied, he’ll curl up lounge with me while we watch our favorite programs.

Midnight checks on my well being

The above shot was taken in the evening with available light.  That threw the color temperature off and so the bright white spot under Midnight’s chin looks yellow.  There is probably a setting on the camera that will compensate for that, but the opportunity wouldn’t wait.  In case you have doubts, kitty is not wearing a crown.  That’s a plaque made in the shape of Michigan, which hangs on the wall behind the TV.

Unless you get the idea that Midnight is all about caring and concern, I should also tell you he has another side.  He bites those that pester him and he is a mouse slayer.  This image captures that side of his character.  Let it be a warning to you.

Look into my eyes

The pirate is a happy kitty this morning.  He caught another mouse.  Good kitty!