Theatrical does not seem like me but hey, it's a new year . . .

Baxter (orange) and Toby (black) basking in the sun

Do you do Venmo for those of us who won't do paypal?

After reading your alt text I'd call him Cubby

Caracazo nation wide!

Here's an old one from Canaima National Park in Venezuela - brings back good memories for me.

Got any black beans? Bake the sweets, top with black beans and cottage cheese and salsa and a little lime juice. We usually use yogurt but I bet cottage cheese would be similar enough. It's actually tasty.

Black cats are absolutely the best, as Toby will tell you.

Sounds more productive than the sand thing.

Mostly sticking my head in the sand and pretending it will all go away. You?

You're right about floral or fruity teas. My favorite is matcha green tea. Try Republic of Tea Double Green Matcha. If you want to avoid caffeine, try Rooibos. My favorite is a Republic of Tea Red Chai Red Rooibos. Slightly spicy but not fruity. Irish Breakfast is a good black tea choice too.

Oh my gosh - Willow looks so much like my cat (Sebastian) Seba who died quickly and much too young. Here's a pic of him.

All the time. Usually it's play with me and I want to play over here. Sometimes it's it's time for treats or food. Or just pet me. They are very good at making known what they want. Part of their charm, no?

Best green chile anywhere