I had plans to mention a couple of people on Saturday, but the nature of the SoCS prompt being what it is, my plans don’t always lead to accomplishments, and this was one of those weeks.

I wanted to share some news about two women who recently visited the bar. Teagan Geneviene and Roberta Cheadle.

Teagan launched her new interactive serial story – “The Armadillo Files” – on Saturday. We talked about this serial when Teagan was at the bar a few weeks ago. I know many of you are/were looking forward to it. Well, it’s on the pad, as it were, so get down there and blast off into space with Dilly.

If you remember when Robbie was at the bar, she mentioned “Behind Closed Doors” a new collection of unusual poems. There was much interest, as I recall. That book has been published, it’s available on Amazon, I got my copy, and it’s wonderful! You can read more about it, and hear Robbie read a wonderful poem, here, you can purchase a copy here, and you can follow Robbie on Amazon here.

Robbie mentioned that she used one of Teagan’s lovely book covers for her latest book. Teagan has a wonderful selection of ready-to-use book covers. You can view them here.

The last thing I forgot has to do with cats. I subscribe to The Noun Project which advertises itself as having “Icons and Photos for Everything.” I used this service for icons when I was writing apps for the iPhones we had on our network when I was working. I like it, and the rate is affordable, so I transferred it to a personal subscription. I received an email from them mentioning something about August being National Cat Month. They were featuring over 6,922 cat icons.

I checked into this, and I can’t find any reference to National Cat Month being in August. I did discover that yesterday, August 8th was International Cat Day, and tomorrow, August 10th is National Lazy Day – don’t ask MiMi, MuMu, Crystal or Gibbs why that’s on a list with cat holidays. The icons are black and white. We colored them to use for apps, but in B&W, they work fine for the first three cats in that list – sorry Gibbs…oh, wait, I found one that is kinda grayscale.  Below is a collection of the moods-of-MiMi, MuMu, the only one I found that looks like Teagan’s lovely cat, Crystal and Mary’s boss. I also found one that Marian might appreciate, or not, and I can’t mention Chickie without mentioning Tipper, so…

Note: If you want to use Noun Project icons without a subscription, you only have to add an attribution to the image.

64 responses to “Two Women – Six Cats”

  1. Lord Dudley would argue everyday is National Cat Day…. but the icons are fun. Great bunny shot and I love the toll collector. None shall pass!
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    1. Yeah, MiMi and MuMu were miffed at the notion of a cat “day” – “One day? Pfffft!” It’s amazing how these “dumb animals” know our schedule.

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  2. Thanks for the benefit of your experience, and it’s always great to know that writers are read! I love the shot of the fog in the park with what appear to be two empty benches. And I’m happy to see the apple again. I think it’s very cheering.

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    1. It’s my pleasure to highlight the ongoing work of the writers I know. I have aspirations along those lines, so I know how hard it is. Teagan and Robbie are both amazing writers, I always like to get out with Maddie on.a foggy day, It dampens her spirit a bit, so we have a calm walk, and I like they way it change the appearance of places. I hope you have a great week! Thanks for starting over here.

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  3. I can’t help but admire Teagan’s imagination and creativity!! How many people could write a story by what other people tell her? (Heck – I just confused myself with THAT line!! 🤪)
    My favorite is that tax collector!!

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    1. You are so kind, GP — thank you. Your encouragement means a lot to me. Hugs on the wing!

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      1. You’re the one with the talent!!

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    2. She does have an an amazing ability., GP – it’s funny, spellcheck changed that to “amazability” – maybe a word for Teagan 😊

      The taxman was a hoot. I hope you have a great week.

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      1. That is a perfect word for Teagan!!

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  4. Shazam! Dan, what a wonderful surprise. Thanks so much for this unexpected feature. Crystal thanks you too. =^-^= We’re both happy to know there are so many fantastic felines around us. Hugs and purrs all around!

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    1. It’s my pleasure, Teagan. I meant to include a link over to your place on Saturday. I just forgot. It took a while to find a Crystal icon, but I like that one. MiMi and MuMu like knowing other cats are dressed for formal events. Have a great week, and give Crystal a hug from the girls.

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  5. PS: That gorgeous foggy bench photo — that was so much how I saw Brother Love — A Crossroad that when you followed it with Jinx I was really back inside that story. Birdie Devovo and Jinx are really demanding another Brother Love story.

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    1. I think you have to revisit Brother Love at some point – not that you don’t have enough to think about 😏

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  6. Dear Slave Antion,
    I truly appreciate your mention of me and my name in your blog post. The gray icon is closest to me, except I never wear a bow tie. If I could hang a bird around my neck, that would be ideal. As for the round-faced icon, slave mom said my butt is starting to look like that from too much food. I vehemently disagree. If only she had not severed my toenails last night… Anyhoo, thanks for the mention. I am most deserving. Love, Gibbs

    Dan, this was a fun post to start the day before I head off to wrangle children in games all week. Have an excellent Monday and week. Yours in cat slavery, Mary

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    1. Dear Gibbs,
      MuMu and I agree with you on those comments. Their role is to serve, not control or snark. I can assure you the male servant is getting a look consistent with the second icon. I see that your mom is heading our to serve other humans. I only hope she has left you enough food. Love, MiMi

      Mary, I feel like Gibbs and MuMu are somehow connected (especially at 3:00 am) – I had to include him in the fun. Have a great day with the kids.

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      1. Dan, you need to get an auto feeder and brusher (a robot maybe?) for MuMu at 3:00 am. Gibbs has been good at night, but we won’t talk about his yowling shenanigans during the day. I might need ear plugs…

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        1. The second cat we ever had loved to be brushed like MuMu. We used to joke about a “scratch-a-matic” – I thinki we need one. MuMu came in the bedroom the other night, announced herself at the door, jumped up and demanded to be scratched. So annoying!

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  7. Your photos are incredible, Dan. I especially love the toll collector. Amazing capture! Thank you for mentioning both Teagan and Robbie. They’re wonderful writers and beautiful humans. Hope your day is perfect. 😊

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    1. Thanks Gwen. This week is off to a slow start (which isn’t that bad of a thing). I hope you have a great week.

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    2. Thank you, Gwen. Dan is very kind to feature me here today. Hugs.

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  8. My cats looked at me and said, “Cat DAY?? Is that a typo?” The photo with the two benches in the fog is a beauty, Dan. And the leaf with the raindrops. I think Maddie framed it quite well. Your little toll collectors are so cute! I think the squirrels are staying away from my yard–they have heard about the two outdoor cats at my house, with their eagle eyes. If I had a nickel for every lizard they bring into my garage…..Have a great Monday!

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    1. Thanks Lois. MuMu’s the hunter in her family. She caught a cricket the other night. Lizards? That must be a nice sight in the morning. Maddie likes that you appreciate her artistic contributions to my attempts at photography. Have a great day!

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  9. HI Dan, thank you so much for this terrific shout out. It is much appreciated and I am delighted to be featured with the hugely talented Teagan. I also discovered it was International Cat Day yesterday, which I thought was a lot of fun.

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    1. It’s my pleasure, Robbie. I am enjoying your new book of poetry. I hope you have a great week. Our girls let us know that International Cat Day is not nearly enough recognition. A month, a year, a lifetime seems more in keeping with their demands.

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      1. Haha, Dan, my Queen Push-Push agrees. I must admit that her demands do go on every day of the year so she certainly lives what she believes.

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  10. Those are cute kitty icons. Your foggy morning looked soft and peaceful that morning.
    Thanks for the links to Teagan’s and Robbie’s books! I wish them both huge success with their books!

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    1. Thanks so much, Deborah for your comments on the photos. I wish I could have sounded more professional in my F-stop answer. The icons always make me chuckle. We found some great ones for the apps we developed. I hope both Robbie and Teagan have success with their books and blogs.

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      1. Oh, you sounded fine to me!! 😀

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    2. Thank you kindly, Deborah. I appreciate your support. Hugs on the wing!

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  11. I love, love these cat icons! Who knew so much personality could come through? The Toll Collector made me laugh out loud!

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    1. The icons are fun, Jennie. I’ve used them often enough to keep the subscription. They have icons for just about everything. The toll collector seems to know our schedule.

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      1. They really do look terrific, Dan. And, I think the toll collector definitely knows your schedule. 🙂

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  12. Congratulations to Teagan and Robbie. The cat Icons are cute for sure. I think you nailed MiMi, MuMu, And Crystal. I don’t know Gibbs but assume you got that one too. The first bird’s tail looks too short for a Mockingbird. I can’t identify it though. Great photos, Dan

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    1. Heartfelt thanks from Crystal and me, John. Hugs on the wing!

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    2. Thanks John. The Editor informed of the same issue with that bird. Deborah says she thinks it’s a European Starling. The Editor concurs. Gibbs replied earlier. It seems he’s ok with the icon, but not the bow tie. Who knew cats could be so fashion conscious.

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      1. I think cats were born with a fashion gene. 😁

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        1. They do tend to want to look their best.

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  13. Don’t tell my cat – he thinks everyday is National PK Day.

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    1. They know – they all know. Everyday is cat day.

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  14. Well isn’t this post the cat’s pajamas! I’m not being catty by saying that, btw.

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    1. Hahaha – nicely done, Ally. Thanks

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  15. Congrats to Teagan and Roberta.You did a great job with the cat icons. 😄

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    1. Thanks Cheryl. I like those icons.

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    2. Thanks so much, Cheryl. I hope you’ve been having a great August. Hugs on the wing.

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  16. Chickie insists the drops under the faucet are “apozabe” water, not “Mommy’s blood”. The picture of Tipper is PERFECT! I love the foggy picture and you know the Eastern Bird League is my favorite baseball … sectional? division?

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    1. I could color those drops red if it would help. When I saw the icon with the heart thoughts, I knew it had to be Tipper.

      I guess it’s the Eastern Division of BLB – bird league baseball.

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      1. He’s a love bug, for sure. :)

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    2. Ha! Marian, the BLB is the only sports league I support. :) Hugs.

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      1. We should get sports wear made! Dan, make it so!

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  17. I thank you for your leaves! You keep disappearing on me and I am irked. It’s OK I just have to remember to look you up manually. You’re worth the work.

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    1. Thank you for finding me.

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  18. I’m not a cat lover but the leaf gets my vote❤️

    Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone

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    1. 🙂 with or without the dog?

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  19. Congratulations to Teagan and Robbie! We don’t have cats anymore. I liked MuMu, Dan!

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    1. MuMu is a sweetheart.

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  20. Every day is cat day. Cute bunny. I saw one today outside. Cute icons.

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  21. Hi Dan – delightful post … with everyone’s comments – Maddie’s paw with her leaf … those icons – and every day is cat day, especially when I owned one. Congratulations to Teagan and Robbie for their books – and generous offers. Fun to read – cheers Hilary

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    1. I’m glad you liked this Hilary. Every day is cat day here. If we forget, there are two loud voices ready to remind us.

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