What is this smell?

Can you smell it? Right there…when you lean forward a little.
Hmmm. Warm and inviting, with a promising breeze; with rays of sunlight teasing my whiskers and brushing, ever so slightly, all the stripes on my back.
At last! I can smell the sweet and balmy air of Springtime! How exciting!

Breakfast with Fred

Fred is a buddy of mine who often dines with me. He always has something interesting to say (well…he chirps all the time) and I have never found myself bored with his company. He often shows up early in the morning and shares with me a cup of seeds, a berry and a few sips of lightly chilled apple juice.
The other day, however, a strange thing happen to me. Upon arriving at my breakfast stomp I did not find my usual plate and drink arrangement. In fact, I did not find anything at all. I was stunned, I looked around, I took a peak in the window to see if somebody was witnessing my misery. I didn’t see anyone. I was stunned, and terrible hunger kicked in once I realized that the people next door overslept that morning. I had no food waiting for me! No seeds and berries! No juice to start my day with! Continue reading