The Adventures of Periwinkle and Stinky

 Periwinkle was so excited.  All Tuesdays were special since she and Stinky had Adventures but she hoped this one would be EXTRA special. She has been busy planning a very special birthday celebration for two cats who hold a huge place in her heart — her fiancé, Stinky, and beloved Angel Sawyer. She paced back and forth until she saw the Teleportation Tunnel begin to shake.  One more shake and, with a WOOSH, out flew Stinky!  She ran up to him and hugged him tightly.  They shared whisker kisses and pawpats and snuggled for a while. Smiling, Periwinkle said, "I'm so glad you got here on time since we have a lot to celebrate today."  Stinky gave her a big whisker kiss and smiled since he had an idea about what she planned.  It didn't take her long to hand him his birthday scarf and hat.  Smiling, he said, "I knew you wouldn't forget that tomorrow is my birthday!"

Periwinkle laughed and showed him this...

And, of course, she didn't forget Angel Sawyer!

When Stinky realized she didn't forget Angel Sawyer, he hugged her, and she could see a tear roll down his face.  She hugged him back and reminded him of the great party they had last year with Sawyer.  Click HERE if you missed it.  They both smiled when they remembered how much fun they all had together.  

Periwinkle knew parties were best when there were great noms, so she set out a buffet filled with all kinds of delicious goodies. She knew Angel Sawyer was there in spirit and felt like she could see him with his beautiful wings and bright halo.

"You sure outdid yourself with this buffet," said Stinky.  Periwinkle was pleased that he liked it and told him to save room for cake since she had Cooper Murphy bake a special one for the party.

Before they cut the cake, Periwinkle sang Happy Birthday!

The tabbies snacked on the buffet and some cake.  While they were finishing up, Periwinkle said there was another birthday coming up on Saturday. "Can you believe it, Stinky? America is turning 250 years old!"  Stinky said, “Two hundred and fifty? That's a LOT of birthdays! Even more than a cat's nine lives put together!" Periwinkle continued, "It sure is! This year we're celebrating 250 years since our country declared its independence in 1776. It's a time to remember the people who helped build our country and all those who have protected our freedoms over the years."

Stinky thought for a while and said, "I think we should celebrate with gratitude."

 Periwinkle said, “I agree. And maybe a few treats."  Stinky laughed and said, "I was hoping you'd say that." They both giggled and shared a whisker kiss. Periwinkle reminded him that Saturday night they would watch the fireworks and celebrate America's 250th birthday adding that she and her fursibs and Mom watch the Macy’s fireworks on TV and hope the local boomies aren’t too loud.  She pointed out where Huggy Cat was waiting to help Noelle get through the scary stuff.

Stinky saw that Periwinkle's Mom had a 4th of July flag out and stopped to see it and all the fun kitties in her front yard.  He really liked watching the big ginger cat on the bike, which reminded him of his brofurs Cooper Murphy and Raleigh and their pal Teddy.

The tabbies sat together, paws touching, thinking of the pawsome display they would see, and both said, "Happy 250th Birthday, America!"  

More snuggles and whisker kisses followed until it was time for Stinky to leave for home.  He thanked Periwinkle's Mom and fursibs for their part in the special celebration and hugged Periwinkle tightly, telling her how much he loved her and how much he appreciated all she did for his birthday.  One more whisker kiss and he got into the Teleportation Tunnel and headed home.  Periwinkle decided to have another piece of birthday cake and then take a short nap to dream of her handsome fiancé.