The Adventures of Periwinkle and Stinky

 

Periwinkle waited by the Teleportation Tunnel for Stinky's arrival.  She hoped he would be on time because they had a long trip ahead of them.  She shouldn't have worried because the Tunnel began to shake and with a WOOSH he tumbled out right into her waiting paws.  With a quick whisker kiss, she lead him back into the Tunnel and set the coordinates for the trip to their destination.

They quickly arrived and Periwinkle explained where they were.

"Today we're visiting a retirement village for cats.  It's called Moogies Retirement Village and we're in Shropshire England.  The shelter was intended to create an area for cats who were too elderly or had ongoing health conditions that needed regular treatment and monitoring to live out their days in comfort. The charity has been rescuing and rehoming cats in the Shropshire area since 1989. Cats in the sanctuary are usually in their later years, but there are others as young as three. It's a great option for people who have to go into a nursing home and can't take their pets with them" she explained.

Stinky agreed that there is a real need for a place like this.  Paw in paw, they walked around the grounds.  They were immediately met by a sweet ginger kitty named Monty who welcomed them.

The Tabbies introduced themselves to some of the residents.  First, they met Pip

Then they met Sam, Jinkxie and Flora...

Stinky realized he and Jinkxie had a lot in common when he saw her on the roof.  Of course, he had to join her.

When he jumped to an adjoining roof, Periwinkle had to put her paw down.

Stinky apologized and they continued their tour.  Periwinkle went on to say "The Retirement Village is the ‘purrfect’ place for senior and super senior residents to enjoy their twilight years in comfort, with cuddles and fuss. They are weighed weekly to monitor for changes that could indicate health concerns. Any concerns the volunteers have are highlighted for the vet to check on their weekly visit."  They agreed that the little village looked super nice.

"Being that old cats, much like old humans, tend to be set in their ways, their arrival at the retirement community is often a little stressful, and so they’re locked in a cottage for about two weeks to become accustomed to the new environment."

They couldn't resist a quick nap with a couple of the residents...

Periwinkle said, "I know it would be fun to stay here with the kitties longer but we need to return to my house because we have other things to do."  They said goodbye to the residents and got back into the Teleportation Tunnel to go back to Periwinkle's house.

When they arrived at Periwinkle's house, she reminded him that tomorrow is World Lizard Day.  The two reminisced about their Lizard Adventure when they got to see some lizards at her house.

"Noelle tells me she tries to catch lizards to send to Sawyer but our Mom keeps letting them loose" said Periwinkle.  Both tabbies thought that was a waste of a good lizard.

Heading to the back porch for a snack, Stinky told Periwinkle that August 16 is Tell a Joke Day. The two had fun sharing some cat jokes...

Stinky:  "What kind of cats teach college classes"
Periwinkle: "Purr-fessors"

Periwinkle: "What do cats call a nice dinner?"
Stinky: "A Fancy Feast"

Stinky:  What's a Cat's favorite dessert?"
Periwinkle: "A mice cream cone"

The tabbies laughed at their jokes and enjoyed their snack.  Soon it was time for Stinky to head home.  They spent some time whisker kissing and paw patting and, with a woosh and one last whisker kiss, he headed home.  Periwinkle went to find her fursibs to share some of their funny jokes with them.