SYMMETRY SATURDAY

TAKEN FROM THE LOBBY OF THE HEALTHPARK MEDICAL  BUILDING WHERE

HEALTHTRAX GYM IS LOCATED

We are not 100% sure but we don't think the rocks are REAL

 

Nature and Feline Friday with my Nephews

Our hosts for Nature Friday  LLB Gang   

North Carolina's state freshwater fish, the Southern Appalachia Brook Trout was designated in 2005.  It is found in the pure, high-elevation streams of Southern Appalachia.

Known for their vibrant colors but also for facing significant population declines due to historical logging and the introduction of non-native trout species. Conservation efforts, including captive propagation and reintroduction programs, are underway to restore these populations in areas like the Great Smoky Mountains and western North Carolina. 

Characteristics and habitat

• Genetics and size: This is a unique strain that is genetically distinct from its northern counterparts and is typically smaller, with individuals often growing to only 6-8 inches long.
• Habitat: They live in cold, clear, spring-fed headwater streams at high elevations, often in remote areas.
• Appearance: They have unique patterns and vibrant colors, which become even more striking in the fall.
• Role in ecosystem: They are considered a keystone species and a bellwether for the health of their stream ecosystems, as they are very sensitive to pollution and temperature changes. 

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Dear Auntie HiC,

Our favorite Vet Tech recently got a new tattoo (similar to this) to honor her 2 kitties.

Since Mom doesn’t have any tattoos, & has no desire to get any, we recreated Yin Yang Kitties for her.

She said our positioning wasn’t

purr-fect, but close enough! 😹

Dearest Kat and Rocky

Your Vet tech was very brave to be able to sit still for all of the lovely Yin Yang tattoo to honor her kitties. 

PURRsonally I like your version and no ouchies. 

I don't really mind getting vaccines and injections but I cannot imagine I'd be able to sit still that long

Lovingly Auntie HiC

❤️ Kat & Rocky 

THANKFUL and THOROUGHLY POETIC THURSDAY #237

 Thankful Thursday hosted

YESTERDAY A DEAR FRIEND (Carol mom to Murphy and Stanley) HAD POTENTIALLY SERIOUS SURGERY. It went well!!  She had expected to be in the hospital for 3 to 5 days.  She might go home later today mountain time.   Her sister is here to help as she recovers.

 Today is Poetic Thursday hosted by our pals Teddy and Angel Sammy at

 Two Spoiled Cats

 

This week's photo challenge

Okay  so somebuddy has to do this 

   ROW, ROW, ROW 

YOUR BED 

MERRILY DOWN THE STREAM

ROW, ROW, ROW 

YOUR BED

MERRILY DOWN THE STREAM

ROW, ROW, ROW

YOUR BED

INTO DREAM LAND YOU GO.

 

Wordless Wednesday

  

 We thank our Hostess Sandee at

 Comedy Plus    

  

We recently ordered take out from OutBack Steakhouse.  This fun sticker was on our take out back

In case the print is too small it reads

"If your order wasn't KANGARIFFIC, be sure to give us a BOOMER-RING"

Our meal was PURRFECT as was this fun label

Happy Tuesday with Kat

 We thank our Hostess Sandee at Comedy Plus  

 Dear Auntie HiC,

Mom had a long “to do” list today, but I wanted to cuddle!

Guess who won❣️❣️❣️

❤️ Kat

Dearest Nephew Kat

I think this is an award winning face. 

You should patented it 
Lovingly Auntie HiC

Awww Monday Advice From Cali

 Hostess Sandee at Comedy Plus 

Thank you

  

Dearest Auntie HiC



I’m a huge fan of Simon’s Cat cartoons!  For those of you who are unfamiliar, Simon's Cat is a British animated web and book series written by Simon Tofield. It features a fat, hungry white cat who uses various tactics to get his owner to feed him.

He recently shared some valuable suggestions to enhance your mental well-being. These tips are not limited to cats; they are equally beneficial for all of us.  😻

Here’s a hilarious Simon’s Cat video for you to enjoy! 😹

https://youtu.be/gR_i3r-s468

❤️ Cali

Dearest Cali OMCs OMCs Simon's video is hilarious...for anyone not in the path 

of his biscuit making murder mittens.  I love how he pulled up the ear and let it snap back. The ending of the video is so CAT LIKE...innocent as the newborn babe!

Hugs and love 

Auntie HiC

Sunday Skylight selfie of Red Maple

Nature in her full Red glory taken from the skylight in the office late October. 

Same location Nature Nekked Taken 11/14/25

 

Saturday Symmetry

 Entrance to Healthtrax Fitness facility

The figures are men..not exactly sure what they are doing 

As with all Art, it  is up for individual interpretation

Lots of Symmetry  for your enjoyment

Nature and Feline Flashback Friday

Our hosts for Nature Friday  LLB Gang   

 OML(izards) I don't recall the last time I saw a lizard around here.

Photo snapped on October 20, 2025 12 noon on our deck.

What an adorable little friend who was not in the least bit afraid of me.  His body was about 3  1/2" long his tail was at least 6" maybe 7".  

Below photos are enlarged to show his most handsome self.  I love the pinkish stripe on his back 

A lizard with a pink stripe on its back is likely a male green anole, which can have a light stripe down its back and a bright pink throat fan (dewlap) it displays for communication. Another possibility is the banded Gila monster, which has pink and black bands across its body, or the pink blind legless skink from South Africa, which is pale pink with a striped pattern and lacks legs. 

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Feline Friday Flash back 

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November 14, 2009

Where is the Kitty

Can you find Madi in this picture?

This time of year, one of her favorite spots to
sleep is under the comforter in our extra bedroom.

She worms her way behind the pillows

then wiggles under the comforter.

Yep that big lump is the Diva.

Many thanks to Madi's Dad for taking this picture.

I say hire him, Madi says fire him. He cannot keep a secret!!!

Thankful and Thoroughly Poetic Thursday #236

 Thankful Thursday hosted

My thankful today

The 

Happiness that is

Always

Near when I come here

Kind

Friends

U all R to share 

Laughter 

 Today is Poetic Thursday hosted by our pals Teddy and Angel Sammy at

 Two Spoiled Cats

This poem was Halloween Week 2017

 

This week's photo challenge

The life of a Squirrel

In the fall when the wind blows,

and the cold chills my toes

I scurry and hurry collecting nuts

hiding them

from 
This rough and tough 

buffed up  bully rodent.

Ned the Nutcracker

He has toned biceps

and a bad attitude.

As luck would have it,

he is too buff 

to find where 

I hide my stuff.

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Words on Wednesday from Canada

 We thank our Hostess Sandee at

 Comedy Plus  

   

 Last week I received an email from a dear friend Joni in Edmonton, AB Canada. 

"I am on vacation in British Columbia near the head waters for Columbia River where it divides Washington and Oregon.    This was taken on the beach at Invermere, at the north end of the lake.  Have you been to the Columbia River?  The wetlands here are great for birding with a festival each May. When I saw the red chairs, I thought of you.  Those snowy peaks really glow against the blue sky.  

I replied: 

"Joni I thank you very much for sending this most breathtaking photo.  The reflections in the water leave me almost speechless.  Of course the red chairs are absolutely beautiful..  I quickly asked Joni if I could use this on my blog she said YES.

Side note:  Joni did not blog.  She was Mom to the beautiful AireGal Aimee.  Joni reads so many of our blogs. Always sending the sweetest comments via emails.

Happy Tuesday

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 OMCs guess what we did?

Nope either of us are playing hoops

Happy To report

As I mentioned on November 8th, we joined Healthtrax a local gym.

We are still walking at the mall 3 days a week and going to the gym 2 days a week.

We both have wellness benefits with our retiree health insurance.

For $12.00 a month (each) we can use any of the equipment in the facility and there are hundreds, we can take any of the classes offered.

We both have decided what works/makes us happy. Bryan uses several of the weight machines...then rides the recumbent bike for 20 to 30 minutes.  I use one of the upper body machines for shoulders and upper(flabby) arms.  Then (if there is no one playing basketball) I can walk around the gym.  I do that for 20 minutes, followed by  a 10 to 12 minute walk outside on the facilities trail...

There is a small lake beyond the trees too

I really enjoy walking inside and outside.  

Now I can do both

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY

Awww Monday with Rocky and Precious

 Hostess Sandee at Comedy Plus 

Thank you

 

Dear Auntie HiC, 

After receiving the Halloween card from Precious, her image has been haunting me. She’s a beautiful, fluffy lady cat with eyes that melt my heart. It finally occurred to me that the weird feeling I was experiencing was LOVE! 

I approached Ms. Lynn, Precious’s mother, and asked if I could be her boyfriend. She graciously gave her blessings. 

Precious understands that I’m quite shy and inexperienced, but I completely trust her with my heart. 

We dressed up and went on our first date!

I must admit, we make a striking couple! I’ve never been happier in my entire life❣️

❤️ Rocky

Seeing Red

This line of the most gorgeous red maples is at the intersection where we turn to go to 

the gym I mentioned on yesterday's post.

Snapped on 11/6/25