Something rare happened when President Joe Biden joined shock jock Howard Stern for a live interview Friday that was at turns poignant, funny, and uplifting. Stern, of course, is known for being bluntly rude and doesn't hold back in...
It's Sringtime in the Northern Hemisphere and that means it's time for Spring-cleaning. Specifically, it's that time of year when furkids of the domestic feline persuasion are in need of a bath. It's a task that's undertaken infrequently because...
This week we remember dear furriends we have loved and lost. The six precious fur angels featured here represent all those who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. To those who have gone before us, we know you are free and...
It's a return to music and our signature singalongs this week. The Furkids wanted soothing music for the soul and sweet gentle lyrics to relax their hoomins and furriends. I suggested a golden oldie from 1946 and the Furkids...
It's that time of year again and, if you've noticed that your furry darlings are a tad more demanding of your attention or seem to be slightly on the sulky side, here's the story of what's going on. They...
The Furkids are very tuned into weather and seasonal change. This past week they celebrated the first of two Equinoxes for 2024. The word derives from Latin: 'equi' (equal) + 'nox' (night) because it's the time of year when...
Happy St Gertrude's Day! Gertrude the Great was a German Benedictine nun and mystic from the monastery of Helfta. Her day is celebrated by the Furkids because she is the Patron Saint of Cats. March 17 is more famously recognised as...
Yes, it's that time of year again - time for Americans and Canadians to put all timepieces forward an hour. Europeans will follow on the last Sunday in March while some of Australia and all of New Zealand put...
To introduce March, the Furkids ordered a big helping of happy affection with loads of hugs and cuddles. Since this week marked the anniversary of the late great Harry Belafonte's birthday on March 1, 1927, I suggested I Do...
The Furkids first heard “Dancing Cheek to Cheek” when their Auntie Marti played it for them – it’s one of her favourites. Next thing I know they’re insisting that I move our entire schedule forward a week to fit it...

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Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. In fact, it's the only thing that ever has.

— Margaret Mead