Ballard Street by Jerry Van Amerongen for January 08, 2013

Norman might as well take Scruffy to work. Norman is a cat house fumigator.

Scruffy needs obedience school, STAT!

That look of sad resignation….

When he told Scruffy that he needed to get a grip on his separation anxiety issues, I don’t think this is what Norm had in mind.

Norman needs a pair of K-9 Shin Guard/Sock Combos from X_Tech Industries. Available at SCHAABS Gift & Used Avatar Shop.

The dog bone connected to the shin bone.

Of COURSE we have cat houses on Ballard Street!

Otherwise, where would all the cats live?

And you know I can’t let the Linguist down, after that challenge.

I mean, StelBel knows all the ones that are for sale, and the prices, and all that…

But I’ve taken pictures of a few friends’ houses…. cough ….

Shelly’s house has a rustic, ski-lodge feel….

Scrapper’s is very basic.

Ivan and Roxie were going to split up, as soon as the kittens were grown…but this unique house saved their marriage.

But I think Blackberry’s house is my favorite.

Bev — you cracked me up on Pickles before the turn….even if I know it’s not true!

Would have answered there but I don’t know how often you read it.

And Linda Dean…. glad you’re feeling better.Didn’t know it was so serious.

Anybody around?Guess I’d better get down to the Tiki and see.

Gotta check on the little monkeys anyway…Fenton’s night off…and the Monkey seems to have gotten lost on his way back from catching up.

Never know what’s gonna catch a monkey’s attention when he wanders through forums…

Well, I know some stuff, but …. never mind.

Aw Red!It’s uncanny!

I ALWAYS get here just when you’re leaving…. even though the times could be hours apart!

Thank you very much, though….

I’ll raise a glass to you.They ARE cute, aren’t they?

Needs a bigger curb.

… apparently Scruffy’s been eating Norman’s socks, too!

Another new pair of pants ruined. Scruffy needs a friend. But is Scruffy upset because he is leaving for work or just getting home and did not bring snacks?My threesome require snacks before leaving. After coming back home. After every walkies. After we eat dinner. Any time I sit down at the dinner table even if I do not eat. And sometimes just because they want one. The Chihuahua is the team leader. Pitches a barking fit till she gets the snack. Once the snacks have been delivered. All back to normal. I think I am trained. In fact after analysis I KNOW I am trained.

Scruffy’s curbing is all painted yellow.Or red or whatever color they use where you are.

Much thanks, to Susan Sunshine, for her pictures of some of Ballard Street’s cat housesI know that Sheriff MonkeyBlues knows the whereabouts of All the cat houses on Ballard Street.

I thought that Norman just kept the “Don Johnson” look after it faded into obscurity.

Has he tried a life size pillow of his self? Might help.

“an ah hav know recklekshun of ever bean or goin their… just ONCE…!!!”~munky, 2013

My Crew likes the view…. just sayin’…

Not Me ! That’s my Fifth Mate, Furtive Freddy Feeblefinger , wearing one of my old eye-patches ( too cheap to buy his own…aaaargh ! ).

Of course (and not naming any names….)

the one who posted a certain picture has probably become quite familiar with the look of that particular architecture during some of his frequent visits to an Asian nation with an unfortunate reputation for encouraging it…

NOT that I’m saying he ever availed himself of any opportunity for an….um…. architectural tour…or anything….

But he probably knows one when he sees one.

Linda, there she is! Haven’t seen you around for awhile, and I heard you had the flu or something. Good to know you are okay!

Dear “one” —

My mistake…. (cough)Of course not…..

What was I thinking?

Meanwhile, Ballard Street Books, Baubles and Brews is getting more than a bit upset about the condition in which Scruffy delivers the books from his publisher.

@Essex60Thanks for the drinks Ess ! I’m working on the second one, as we speak. And well needed, I must add ! One of those days !The IRS in it’s infinite largess, has decided that it over-paid me last year and would I kindly remit, forthwith and will all due dispatch the amount overpaid, with interest ! Happy New Year Mr. Taxpayer !

omfreaking gosh…Bev, I dont ever want to be inside your head!!

Dry, thank you girlfriend! Its good to be out of Nurse Ratchets tender care….

Linda what did I miss? You were in the hospital? Where did you post that? WELL, I’M GLAD YOU ARE OUT OF THERE!

YOU ARE MISSED AT TEN CATS, LADY!

bev, THAT’S THE BALLARD STREET WATERFRONT AREA?

MY EYES, MY EYES! I SHALL NEVER EVER VENTURE THERE! Much like getting lost in the bad area of Philly!

Bev!!

What have you done??

OK … it’s…. it’s not the what… I mean, far be it from me to censor the …. um… attractive specimen or two….

But THIS guy….I mean….OMG….

Normally the Ballard Ladies Croquet, Strawberry Jam and Art Appreciation Society welcomes a bit of…. decorative … well… art….

But this time we are even siding with the Ballard County Crones and Crumpets Association in their blanket disapproval of this object of…. of…. words fail me!

And when I say “blanket” I mean they want to hang a blanket in front of it….

but after much discussion they have agreed to allow me to provide suitable attire for this…. this…. personage.

Please refrain from allowing him onto Ballard Street again unless he’s properly covered.

It’s not that we’re…. um…. prejudiced…. but we do have sensitive stomachs!

All ladies similarly afflicted….

just take one of these, and dissolve it slowly under your tongue….This are the strawberry flavor..

Then slo-o-owly….look at this for a moment….

Ahhhhhhh…..

And Essex…. glad you liked it.Sorry… I got distracted just now.Whew….

BTW Bev…. yes I know that’s your fireman….but after what you did, you have to share!

I LOVE IT ! First real LOL all day. Thanks Ess.

SS… “Then slo-o-owly….look at this for a moment….”-Could I overdose if I looked at this for more than a moment… ’cause I admit I did…!.Thanks for sharing, though..:ºJ

Linguist…. ALL of Marg and Susan’s Brain Bleach is Ultra Super Strength.

None of that weak “consumer grade” for our valued customers.I would be happy to personally deliver a couple of gallons within the next hour… would you like plain, strawberry, chocolate, chicken gingerbread or eggnog flavor?

(The last two are seasonal…. soon to be discontinued till fall.)

We also offer weekly or monthly delivery, or even in-home piping, complete with decorative taps, (designed and installed by X-Tech Industries, once ordered through me, as wholesale manager.)

For right now, do feel free to take a few of those tablets … I didn’t mean to say they were only for the ladies.

Bailey… I sure HOPE not….or I’m headed to the hospital myself!

Dry…. I wish to reassure you that the Linguist is always a gentleman….

well, at least to a lady my age, anyway…..sigh….

Just in case, I will get to bed and get some Beauty Sleep, you know, just in case! LOL!

Sleep well you folks gathered at the Tiki Bar, and HEAVENS MERCY, the WATERFRONT!

Calling 911….

Three oldies but goodies!

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Good morning Balladeers, (((((Plods))))) and Miss Susan.