It's Not All Black & White

-
I've seen more, not less, wearing of face coverings. To me it's a sign of respect for the well-being of self and others. Masks are awkward but not as awkward as ventilators. (The cat above, photographed after writing this post, was added belatedly.)

When I was small, I assumed cats were the female version of dogs that were all male. It made sense then. Cats were smaller and smoother. They didn't bark, they purred.

As I grew, I realized there were other sides to cats, genders, and everything else. Rarely is life as black and white as the pretty cat that recently crossed my path.



Cats come in many colours and make wonderful models, capturing the imagination of artists who love the multi-curves of their shapes and varied textures.

The watercolour (left)  is by my friend, Lenore, who since passed away but remains well-known as a White Rock artist. She often sketched her beloved cat, Harley. Way back in 1990, her painterly eye was focused on him while he focused on a squirrel nearby.


Explore more at OUR WORLD and SATURDAY'S CRITTERS.

Still the kid I used to be

Visit Postcards From Penelope Puddle and Penelope Puddlisms: BC Life Is A Whale Of A Ride to view more West Coast scenes.

Because the state of our planet is the most pressing issue of our time, link up and learn about the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Report.

Comments

  1. eileeninmdJune 13, 2020 at 3:41 AM

    Hello,

    Love the cute black and white kitty. Life is not all B&W, there are shades of gray and so many colors that make life bright and beautiful. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Enjoy your day, have a happy weekend. PS, thank you for visiting and commenting on my blog.

    ReplyDelete
  2. MarjaJune 14, 2020 at 12:04 AM

    No life is never black and white That's a big truth. I love the beautiful cat painting Sorry to hear you lost your friend.

    ReplyDelete
  3. David M. Gascoigne,June 14, 2020 at 4:10 AM

    Cats are aristocratic in so many ways. Dogs are just good friends!

    ReplyDelete
  4. Sallie (FullTime-Life)June 15, 2020 at 12:17 PM

    Aw, both Harley and the pretty kitty who crossed your path have lots of personality as well as good looks! I still tend to refer to all unknown dogs as “he” and all cats as “she.” ... was just reading about a “cat cafe” that recently opened in Fort Myers...you can apparently cuddle kitties while you drink your coffee and eat your lunch. Cats are OK with me usually, but that is one new restaurant I won’t mind missing...it’s a ‘no go’ without a single gray area. (Mostly my life is filled with those areas.)

    ReplyDelete
  5. A Bit of the BlarneyJune 15, 2020 at 4:32 PM

    Wonderful photos! I have two cats and they are calming when Duchess our dog gets excited and hard to calm. Thank you for this post! Have a wonderful week!

    ReplyDelete
  6. EricaStaJune 16, 2020 at 12:44 AM

    Good morning... It's time for walking through Bloggerland. Visiting each other on Our World on Tuesday. Love the cats 🐈🐈

    Stay healthy and well.
    Happy MosaicMonday

    ReplyDelete
  7. carol l mckennaJune 16, 2020 at 7:55 AM

    Lovely post and photos ~ sweet BW kitty and wonderful watercolor too!

    Be Safe, Be Well,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

    ReplyDelete
  8. Lady FiJune 17, 2020 at 12:43 AM

    Awww!

    ReplyDelete
  9. stardustJune 17, 2020 at 1:15 AM


    The black-and-white cat has powerful, enchanting eyes. Different from the colors of the cat, things aren’t always clear and can’t be understood easily. The painted cat by your friend has some different colors. Rainy season set in. I don’t dislike rainy days usually and this year especially for the same reason with you but I’m concerned about the possibility of worsening COVID situation due to evacuation caused by the torrential rains. Take care.

    Yoko

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Penelope NotesJune 17, 2020 at 5:52 AM

      I love the rain but, same as you, not when it’s like a tap that never shuts off. I read about the heavy downpours sometimes happening this time of year in Japan that result in disasters. That’s when I hope for the sun to come out.

      Delete
    2. stardustJune 27, 2020 at 7:23 AM

      I like your thought; “Wearing face covering is a sign of respect for the well-being of self and others.”

      Thank you for your kind words. There have been almost no big damages so far. The characteristic of this year's rainy season is called "guerrilla rain", too sudden torrential rain.

      Delete
  10. Himawan SantJune 17, 2020 at 2:04 AM

    Elegant cat photos and paintings. Like the color of cat fur that is not always black and white, our lives are not always colored.
    Greetings from Indonesia

    ReplyDelete
  11. colleenJune 17, 2020 at 8:55 AM

    My first son thought the same, that cats were girls and dogs were boys. The first two look like they're in fur tuxedos. Nice watercolor art!

    ReplyDelete
  12. Yogi♪♪♪June 18, 2020 at 1:33 PM

    I love dogs but I am a cat person. They are so beautiful and independent.

    ReplyDelete
  13. AngieJune 18, 2020 at 9:24 PM

    So grateful that our world is not just black and white! I crave color! Enjoy your weekend!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Powell River BooksJune 25, 2020 at 1:54 PM

    Pictures and paintings tell so much. Your artist friend really captures both the cat's and squirrel's expressions perfectly. You were lucky to have such a good friend. - Margy

    ReplyDelete
  15. DeniseinVAJune 26, 2020 at 12:34 PM

    A very sensible cat to wear the mask, and very thoughtful towards those nearby. Couldn’t agree more :) This pretty cat, the one below your mask wearer, is very photogenic and you're right about life not being black and white. As for Lenore's sketch, that's a real treasure.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Your thoughts add colour to the content and are always much appreciated. Please note comments embedded with links might not go through.

Popular posts from this blog

The Couch Art Where Bernie Came To Visit

-
Image
 "On the Web we all become small-town visitors lost in the big city." - Alison Gopnik President Joe Biden's inauguration was bursting with inspirational speeches and events.  Heaven knows many who now breathe a sigh of relief also needed a good laugh.  That's when  Bernie stepped in with his cool attitude and awesome mittens.  I couldn't resist joining so many others who included him in various ways in different spaces. I think he looks super cute and cozy on a sofa designed for the cover art of my Couch & Company  story. Hope you enjoy it and explore more of the artistic side of life at  Paint Party Friday .   Still the kid I used to be Visit Postcards From Penelope Puddle and Penelope Puddlisms: BC Life Is A Whale Of A Ride to view more West Coast scenes. Because the state of our planet is the most pressing issue of our time, link up and learn about the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Report .
Read more

The Door To Forest Magic At Sandy Trail

-
Image
There it was ... a bright dollop of sunshine in a tangle of forest greens, browns and silvery grays. The yellow door snuggled against a tree said Fairy Hall and, in tiny faint lettering beneath, No Trolls . Oh, how I'd love to know what goes on inside Fairy Hall. I wanted to tap on the door but, a giant by comparison, I didn't want to cause a scare. I often take the Sandy Trail with its gravelly path, woodsy stumps, well-trod stairs, rabbits, birds and squirrels. I know every twist and rustling sound. But I hadn't noticed the small door before. This unexpected bit of whimsy magic tucked into the forest floor made me curious about what else was in the mysterious thicket I'd yet to explore. When I continued on my way, the trees leaned in ... as if they had something to say. Later, I found another fairy door (below), welcoming but only to a select few. See OUR WORLD to explore more sights from around the globe and SIGNS, SIGNS . Still the kid I used to be
Read more

Fanning The Flames Of Extreme Weather

-
Image
Rain puddles vanished and a blast of scorching heat settled over B.C. recently, including in my region which reached 105  ° F at one point. Records were broken. (About 145 miles northeast in Lytton it was over 120 degrees; the entire village caught fire.) The air outside felt like a thick wall of hot steel. All fans were on duty indoors. The weather foretold of the wasteland that will arrive sooner rather than later if carbon emissions are not majorly reduced. Dozens of mostly elderly didn't survive the wake up call. At this writing, the heat is far less intense, thankfully. A sweet sense of normalcy has returned and the slight morning chill sits on my shoulders like a delicate shawl.    In my neighbourhood, the birds are singing again and searching for treats.  A different kind of wave also hit us all. I was relieved to get my second shot "to knockout Covid" on Canada Day . It was a perfect way to celebrate July 1st.   Explore more at OUR WORLD . Still the kid I used
Read more