Santa on the roof of the Big Pink House! Tommy and Sophie curled up in bed with their woman. The boys in their winter jammies. Buzzy safely at Puck’s side. Lupin toe beans. Christmas perfection. Thank you Georgia.
None of my four cats is much of a lap-sitter, so I treasure the moments when one of them decides to sit or lay upon me, pinning me down for my own good.♥
Love this strip! The last panel is wonderful. And, is there a cat in Santa’s sleigh? It looks like whatever is in front of the giant bag has two pointy ears. Maybe it’s an elf?
Lately, I’ve been hit with the urge to lie down not long after noon. I did so yesterday and slept for three hours. During that time, I had a long dream in which I was looking for a new cat. Woke up having to reassure my two boys that they’re enough cats for me for now.
Yup. the girls arrived back from university and all of a sudden all the dogs and cats have left our bedroom and are with them. It was strange last night. But very nice this morning.
Burt decided to come in from the barn and sneak into Tommy’s house? I know that People aren’t all that bright, but I suspect that Tommy’s (and Sophie’s) Woman would notice that that’s not Sophie. Of course, I can’t imagine that she or even Sophie would mind having Burt over. (I can’t imagine that anyone would mind having Burt over). Maybe it’s an occasional thing.
SOPHIE’S PAJAMAS!!! Ultra cuteness! I just love Sophie. And I want that last panel for a set of Christmas Greeting cards, it’s fantastic. Continuing to keep a daily vigil for SkyKey. Hope you’re OK buddy! (((((((((huge engulfing bear hugs, orb bumps, boops and purrs going your way)))))))))) And thank you Georgia ever so much for your reply yesterday. I miss SkyKey’s stories something fierce. Xx
Since Puck is a cat of science (even though he doesn’t have his lab coat on now) I know the physics of that fourth panel are true. I can live forever if I’m always anchored by cats.
Indeed. People seem to have accepted too many responsibilities, as they run from one obligation to the next. When they finally rest, they find themselves exhausted.
Beautifully done, Georgia! Merry Christmas to you all from Terri and me, our fur babies Lucky and Missy, and our spirit fur babies Tiger (my orb pic) and Sundae!
Good morning and happy 2 days to go before Christmas! I hope all of you have done the required running around, and can rest safely at home for the next two days.
Well, I finally got Paul hauled off for his haircut, and he looks very handsome – very handsome indeed. He’d better, at the price of haircuts at the salon we patronize.
I try to avoid my recliner during the afternoon because Tucker Lovesponge immediately comes to snuggle and his purring is like a natural sedative. Find myself reaching for the nap blanket, which brings Ozzy to my lap with even more purring. By the time I wake up, his brother Inky is usually behind my head or plastered to my side. Pure Heaven! I wish all of you a happy Christmas Eve Eve and your own “cat blanket”! And Skykey, hope you are safe and well—we all miss you and are worried about you and hope to hear from you soon.
To Georgia, and family who provide you with such wonderful ideas; and to all of your followers who have formed a family, and shared their cat-insights, sweet stories and not so sweet: to all thank you for a sane and friendly oasis in this out of control year. I have learned so much from each of you, feel as though you are a friend – we just have not met in person as yet.Thank you for starting each day on a happy, sweet, aaaah note that carries me through the rest of the day.
The house is slowing moving towards equilibrium. Which means the waves are no longer tidal. Just normal multi-cat mayhem.
Trixie got her stitches out and appears to be past the pain stage. The screen door is permanently open and she is taking some furtive trips out and about. Friday we found Spudley all aghast in the kitchen. Trixie has discovered the towel under the rolling carts where Spud likes to hang out and snooze. No conflict, just an occasional preemption. We have put a second towel under the adjoining cart and will monitor the situation.
There has been little or no conflict between Trixie and any of the others. As far as we can tell everyone is giving her space. She is still very twitchy with us and hisses at first. But, I can pick her up without her struggling or biting. Usually so I can plop her down in a convenient spot for brushing and petting.
It looks like it is going to be a long haul with this girl. I expect at least a year or 2 for Trixie to settle in and stop being afraid and uncomfortable with giant humans. And we are going to have a set-back in the near future. She has begun some halfhearted bathing but is still very scruffy. In the not so distant future there will be..Dun..Da…Dun…a bath. Pray for us. And send plasma.
Bandit is doing very nicely. She submitted an application and has been accepted as a probationary employee of Stampede Partners, LLC. I expect she will be fast tracked for a partnership.
Once the door was opened, she hung out in the bathroom for a day or so. The next we knew there were furtive trips out late at night when the house was quiet.
Then she pretty much vanished for about 2 days. We would catch fleeting glimpses, except at meal times when she was amazingly present and whining.
What? What do you mean? I’ve been here the whole time and open that can NOW you slacker.
Lately Bandit has been pretty much out in the open romping with all 4 boys and confounding the older girls. Darn kids. She chases, they chase, the stampede continues. She has discovered the tall cat tree. I don’t think she has yet realized that it is also a gateway to a whole different upstairs to be explored. Once she finds that we probably won’t see her for a couple days.
She is skittish when outside the bathroom but absolutely a suck up mush in the bathroom. When all is said and done the bathroom is still sanctuary for Bandit and Trixie.
Ah yes my sedatives are named Miscreant, Meav, KK and Ichy. When I get pinned down in the recliner the purring sounds and vibrations knock me right out as long as Jasper the Dane doesn’t try to join too. Nothing better than a cat induced mini coma.
For those of you who were asking about Jasper. He does have 2 shattered bones in his leg. Fortunately he is able to walk on the leg still and won’t need surgery. He has to spend at least 3 more months on a leash to go potty only outside, no running, jumping or playing. Try explaining to a now 160lb 2 1/2 yo that he cannot play at all except when I tell him and how I tell him. He at least loves the attention and belly rubs. My Weimaraner is not so happy though. He is used to being outside most of the day. He’ll get over it he likes the belly rubs too.
Georgia, I do believe (at least, I certainly HOPE) that, with what I have to believe is a VERY full schedule you are a woman who knows how to stop and smell the roses, and that from this springs all your magic.
So today, I came home from making a party for my Sunday school kids and collapsed in bed from the effort. I woke up with one cat lying flat as a pancake on my chest, nose to nose with me, and the other draped over my feet. My toes were extremely toasty. THEY NEVER DO THIS. The rule is usually that one is at my left knee and the other is at my right shoulder. They sleep next to me, not on me, with me as the DMZ between them.
So they are definitely watching BCN when I’m not around. What else can I conclude???
Much like ‘The Boys’ here, I had the honor to have cared for a rabbit (the inspiration for my avatar). She was so sweet, lived to be ELEVEN years old (and change)! And she reminded me that no matter how bad the day was, it would, somehow, be OK. Rest well, sweetie, and to all – Happy New Year!! ;)
LuvyaBebe05 over 5 years ago
Christmas jammies!!!
Sue Ellen over 5 years ago
Santa on the roof of the Big Pink House! Tommy and Sophie curled up in bed with their woman. The boys in their winter jammies. Buzzy safely at Puck’s side. Lupin toe beans. Christmas perfection. Thank you Georgia.
Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
Olive O'Sudden over 5 years ago
None of my four cats is much of a lap-sitter, so I treasure the moments when one of them decides to sit or lay upon me, pinning me down for my own good.♥
Olive O'Sudden over 5 years ago
“The toesies must be kept roasty.”♥
Jungle Empress over 5 years ago
How true this is. I once found myself trapped on the bed by three cats. Not that I’m complaining, of course. :D
MrsXandamere over 5 years ago
Am currently trapped in bed under a cat. Can confirm, time has slowed to a happy purr.
Megan.naughton Premium Member over 5 years ago
Love this strip! The last panel is wonderful. And, is there a cat in Santa’s sleigh? It looks like whatever is in front of the giant bag has two pointy ears. Maybe it’s an elf?
Kim Metzger Premium Member over 5 years ago
Lately, I’ve been hit with the urge to lie down not long after noon. I did so yesterday and slept for three hours. During that time, I had a long dream in which I was looking for a new cat. Woke up having to reassure my two boys that they’re enough cats for me for now.
fullmoondeb Premium Member over 5 years ago
Love how Lupin always sleeps on his back. I wonder if the real Lupin does.
Teto85 Premium Member over 5 years ago
Yup. the girls arrived back from university and all of a sudden all the dogs and cats have left our bedroom and are with them. It was strange last night. But very nice this morning.
McColl34 Premium Member over 5 years ago
Burt decided to come in from the barn and sneak into Tommy’s house? I know that People aren’t all that bright, but I suspect that Tommy’s (and Sophie’s) Woman would notice that that’s not Sophie. Of course, I can’t imagine that she or even Sophie would mind having Burt over. (I can’t imagine that anyone would mind having Burt over). Maybe it’s an occasional thing.
Lady Bri over 5 years ago
SOPHIE’S PAJAMAS!!! Ultra cuteness! I just love Sophie. And I want that last panel for a set of Christmas Greeting cards, it’s fantastic. Continuing to keep a daily vigil for SkyKey. Hope you’re OK buddy! (((((((((huge engulfing bear hugs, orb bumps, boops and purrs going your way)))))))))) And thank you Georgia ever so much for your reply yesterday. I miss SkyKey’s stories something fierce. Xx
over 5 years ago
Thanks for all your amazing Christmas tips, Puck. Sweet dreams!
cat19632001 over 5 years ago
“CN Boys, take me away!”
cat19632001 over 5 years ago
Purrrrrzzzzzzz…..
WelshRat Premium Member over 5 years ago
I love the fact that Sophie’s pretending to be asleep and giving Tommy some silent benediction for once.
Lauren Kramer over 5 years ago
May you and all your family (cat and people) have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year!
cat19632001 over 5 years ago
Ah … a comfy couch, a fuzzy blanket, a moment of quiet and three little furry space heaters. It doesn’t get much better than that.
cat19632001 over 5 years ago
Thank you Pucky! With your sure-fire tips, I know I’m going to have a wonderful Christmas this year.
cat19632001 over 5 years ago
Since Puck is a cat of science (even though he doesn’t have his lab coat on now) I know the physics of that fourth panel are true. I can live forever if I’m always anchored by cats.
asrialfeeple over 5 years ago
Indeed. People seem to have accepted too many responsibilities, as they run from one obligation to the next. When they finally rest, they find themselves exhausted.
Pet over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas Orbsters.
Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas, with toe beans, boops and fuzzy hugs from me and my furbabies to you and yours.
This is still the warmest, friendliest comic forum on GoComics and lets stay that way in 2019!
All the best,Muffi, The Bogiemonster, Kit N Kaboodle (AKA Boo), Mr. Hobbes,
And of course,Fozzie Bear (AKA Foster the Wonder Dog)
:) :D <3
tatempleman over 5 years ago
Beautifully done, Georgia! Merry Christmas to you all from Terri and me, our fur babies Lucky and Missy, and our spirit fur babies Tiger (my orb pic) and Sundae!
RonnieAThompson Premium Member over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas Y’all and a Happy New Year.
anne o over 5 years ago
Puck has this right! There’s nothing better than being beset by cats.
ladykat over 5 years ago
Good morning and happy 2 days to go before Christmas! I hope all of you have done the required running around, and can rest safely at home for the next two days.
Well, I finally got Paul hauled off for his haircut, and he looks very handsome – very handsome indeed. He’d better, at the price of haircuts at the salon we patronize.
Kitty Katz over 5 years ago
In the bleak midwinter
Cats and humans nest
On the big red sofa
They all take their rest.
Let the snow keep falling
All are safe and sound
In the bleak midwinter,
Love and warmth abound.
In the Bleak Midwinter
rs0204 Premium Member over 5 years ago
Roast those Tossies…Merry Christmas Everyone!
Smokie over 5 years ago
Alice is in my lap and starting to purr…..zzzzzzzz………
BenBerlin over 5 years ago
A Very Merry Catmas and a Happy New Year to all of the lovely people and cats here, including our beloved artist Georgia Dunn.
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member over 5 years ago
I’m trying to decide if Santa has a dog, cat, or elf riding with him.
SunflowerGirl100 over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas to all. Reading this makes me want to go back to sleep…
Zoomer&Yeti over 5 years ago
An early “Merry Christmas” to the BCN Orb, and to Elvis, Puck, Lupin, Georgia and Family!
Catmom over 5 years ago
I try to avoid my recliner during the afternoon because Tucker Lovesponge immediately comes to snuggle and his purring is like a natural sedative. Find myself reaching for the nap blanket, which brings Ozzy to my lap with even more purring. By the time I wake up, his brother Inky is usually behind my head or plastered to my side. Pure Heaven! I wish all of you a happy Christmas Eve Eve and your own “cat blanket”! And Skykey, hope you are safe and well—we all miss you and are worried about you and hope to hear from you soon.
willie_mctell over 5 years ago
Once again the therapeutic value of Kitten Rays. (Emitted by adult cats too)
stairsteppublishing over 5 years ago
To Georgia, and family who provide you with such wonderful ideas; and to all of your followers who have formed a family, and shared their cat-insights, sweet stories and not so sweet: to all thank you for a sane and friendly oasis in this out of control year. I have learned so much from each of you, feel as though you are a friend – we just have not met in person as yet.Thank you for starting each day on a happy, sweet, aaaah note that carries me through the rest of the day.
scaeva Premium Member over 5 years ago
" … the most wonderful time of the year"—for a nap.
May all your days be merry and bright.
Natarose over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas BCN, Georgia, and the who let family!
laurie.lynne over 5 years ago
That panel would make a good Christmas card.
Andylit Premium Member over 5 years ago
A wonderful update:
The house is slowing moving towards equilibrium. Which means the waves are no longer tidal. Just normal multi-cat mayhem.
Trixie got her stitches out and appears to be past the pain stage. The screen door is permanently open and she is taking some furtive trips out and about. Friday we found Spudley all aghast in the kitchen. Trixie has discovered the towel under the rolling carts where Spud likes to hang out and snooze. No conflict, just an occasional preemption. We have put a second towel under the adjoining cart and will monitor the situation.
There has been little or no conflict between Trixie and any of the others. As far as we can tell everyone is giving her space. She is still very twitchy with us and hisses at first. But, I can pick her up without her struggling or biting. Usually so I can plop her down in a convenient spot for brushing and petting.
It looks like it is going to be a long haul with this girl. I expect at least a year or 2 for Trixie to settle in and stop being afraid and uncomfortable with giant humans. And we are going to have a set-back in the near future. She has begun some halfhearted bathing but is still very scruffy. In the not so distant future there will be..Dun..Da…Dun…a bath. Pray for us. And send plasma.
(continued)
Andylit Premium Member over 5 years ago
Bandit is doing very nicely. She submitted an application and has been accepted as a probationary employee of Stampede Partners, LLC. I expect she will be fast tracked for a partnership.
Once the door was opened, she hung out in the bathroom for a day or so. The next we knew there were furtive trips out late at night when the house was quiet.
Then she pretty much vanished for about 2 days. We would catch fleeting glimpses, except at meal times when she was amazingly present and whining.
What? What do you mean? I’ve been here the whole time and open that can NOW you slacker.
Lately Bandit has been pretty much out in the open romping with all 4 boys and confounding the older girls. Darn kids. She chases, they chase, the stampede continues. She has discovered the tall cat tree. I don’t think she has yet realized that it is also a gateway to a whole different upstairs to be explored. Once she finds that we probably won’t see her for a couple days.
She is skittish when outside the bathroom but absolutely a suck up mush in the bathroom. When all is said and done the bathroom is still sanctuary for Bandit and Trixie.
All is well.
Rendan over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas all! It really is a beautiful strip, Georgia. And I think I can guess what’s ahead.
miscreant over 5 years ago
Ah yes my sedatives are named Miscreant, Meav, KK and Ichy. When I get pinned down in the recliner the purring sounds and vibrations knock me right out as long as Jasper the Dane doesn’t try to join too. Nothing better than a cat induced mini coma.
miscreant over 5 years ago
For those of you who were asking about Jasper. He does have 2 shattered bones in his leg. Fortunately he is able to walk on the leg still and won’t need surgery. He has to spend at least 3 more months on a leash to go potty only outside, no running, jumping or playing. Try explaining to a now 160lb 2 1/2 yo that he cannot play at all except when I tell him and how I tell him. He at least loves the attention and belly rubs. My Weimaraner is not so happy though. He is used to being outside most of the day. He’ll get over it he likes the belly rubs too.
Hedgehog over 5 years ago
Looks as if Sophie has her blind eye closed, or is she winking? And I think this is the first time we’ve seen her in pj’s.
Katzi428 over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas everyone!! Kathy & the furry kids, Bailey Trouble & Mini Kitty
Andylit Premium Member over 5 years ago
I was in a time warp this morning. 6 of the little boogers asleep on me when I woke up.
tad1 over 5 years ago
Wonderful comic today. :)
dogday Premium Member over 5 years ago
Georgia, I do believe (at least, I certainly HOPE) that, with what I have to believe is a VERY full schedule you are a woman who knows how to stop and smell the roses, and that from this springs all your magic.
deadheadzan over 5 years ago
This is just a wonderful Christmas strip! Would make a winner of a Christmas card.
kittylover.truitt over 5 years ago
Awww! Love this Merry Christmas !
I AM CARTOON LADY! over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas Charlie Brown! Oops! I mean, Merry Christmas Georgia Dunn and all my fellow BCN fans!
Mandolynn Premium Member over 5 years ago
So today, I came home from making a party for my Sunday school kids and collapsed in bed from the effort. I woke up with one cat lying flat as a pancake on my chest, nose to nose with me, and the other draped over my feet. My toes were extremely toasty. THEY NEVER DO THIS. The rule is usually that one is at my left knee and the other is at my right shoulder. They sleep next to me, not on me, with me as the DMZ between them.
So they are definitely watching BCN when I’m not around. What else can I conclude???
knight1192a over 5 years ago
And may all your Christmases be light.
Daeder over 5 years ago
T’is the season to discover the true meaning of the phrase “anchor babies”.
anomalous4 over 5 years ago
Got yer back-sleeping cat right here…
https://www.instagram.com/p/BrwFyWZFuha/
rgcviper over 5 years ago
Thanks, Georgia, and the same to you.
Happy Holidays, all.
LucyLuLu over 5 years ago
One of my boys is a back sleeper, first cat I ever had that sleeps like that. Merry Christmas fellow BCN followers and to Georgia too.
Widdershins over 5 years ago
Merry Christmas to all. :)
Code the Enforcer over 5 years ago
Much like ‘The Boys’ here, I had the honor to have cared for a rabbit (the inspiration for my avatar). She was so sweet, lived to be ELEVEN years old (and change)! And she reminded me that no matter how bad the day was, it would, somehow, be OK. Rest well, sweetie, and to all – Happy New Year!! ;)
gorgolo_chick over 5 years ago
Love it so much. I have two warm furry purries to anchor me, and they take the job very seriously.