What...that's not a Leaf!

This was a beautiful morning in mid October, birds chirping, leaves falling…well all but this one that was stuck to the ceiling in on our front porch. Zeus was very curious as it was fluttering but did not seem to un-stick from the ceiling. So I opened the door and discovered it was not a leaf but a moth! So I grabbed the camera to get a few pictures before it decided to journey on its adventures for the day. Zeus always seems to find the most fascinating creatures…and this was one of them. Take a look at this picture, you will agree that this is pretty strange that it was actually an insect and not a dead leaf. This is the time of the year when many a weird creature passes through our yard.

Well after all that excitement Zeus decided it was a good time to soak up some rays in the living room. This is something that he truly enjoys after breakfast, watching birds, leaves and apparently moths that look like leaves! He will stay there most of the day till the sun moves or he absorbs too much heat. Stay tuned for other fun and exciting creatures we come across through the season changes. It is definitely a world of adventure in your backyard!

Zeus and the Outdoor Birdbath

OK, it's been a while since we had a picture of Zeus, so here is one from this spring showing off the new bricks around the birdbath and the newly planted flowers. Well, we know Zeus is always very well behaved when he steps out on the patio, but he must have been feelin friskier since eating all that healthy food with his new diet. He decided to sneak up under the birdbath and give one of the Mourning Doves a tap on the shoulder. Everyone was OK after the excitement. Our birdbath visitor was just a little surprised as was I when I saw it. I did not think Zeus could move like that anymore! Must be the new diet...look out!

Anyway, we found other alternatives for birdbaths like some hanging styles. This will make it a bit harder for Zeus and his pals to bother our feathered friends. Check out this hand poured aluminum casting finish hanging bird bath with weather resistant paint, which will not rust. The chain is 24 inches in length and the bowl is 15 inches in diameter.

Check out this Whitehall Products - Butterfly Hanging Birdbath on Sale for $38.39 till 10/13/08!

Cat Dancer Cat Charmer Toy

Look what Zeus just got! It's a Cat Dancer Cat Charmer toy...boy he will get a lot of exercise with this…He really gets wrapped up into his exercise program!

We found this safe, interactive toy for all kittens, cats, and even the kids. The flexible wand with long soft fabric ribbon becomes an enticing target for your stalking kitty as you twirl and whirl it about. Zeus is getting great aerobic activity, which we all know he needs.

Get this Cat Charmer for your feline friends on Sale till 9/8/08 $5.59...hurry!

Kitty Hoots® AppeTeasers® Catnip Cat Toys

Check out these fun toys which are a favorite of our feline friend “Zeus” a.k.a "Zeus Hootz" or "Zeus Hootie" (pictured to the right). You can make every hour a "happy hour" with Kitty Hoots AppeTeasers Cat Toys. These are just the right size for airborne fun! AppeTeasers toys are stuffed with mouth-watering zoom-around-the-room organic catnip. They are made of all pet-safe materials and fabric construction with no hard plastic decorations for your cat to chew off and swallow. They have many varieties such as Teenie Sardini, Mouse-A-Roni & Cheese, and Cocktail Weiner Dog styles (pitured below). Mouse-A-Roni & Cheese is one of Zeus’s favorites!!!

Hurry to get these Kitty Hoots® AppeTeasers® Catnip Cat Toys on Sale $3.59 till 9/8/08!