Breaking Cat News by Georgia Dunn for July 31, 2023

Because it’s almost August, I bet that’s the last we’ll see of Jules for this year. He’s done his heroic deed in this story and is off to further adventures until we meet again.

Love Jules’ heroic pose there against another stunning night sky in that last frame!

The first backup has arrived.

I want to see Thimblefist arm wrestle Montague Mole …

Looks like Jules has forgiven that trial back in the day. Let’s hear it for the bug!

Forsooth and forthwith! Methinks Homestyle spreadeth the gravy a bit thicketh…

This is becoming very Shakespearian. I swear, if someone says " forsooth"… “all the Field and Forest residents will band together to defeat the ( shudder) moles, it was foretold.” Now I’m doing it……

June bug nah July bug nah we got August bug

Absolutely gorgeous night scene. Love the last panel.

I love how the alliance is growing. One more group, and we can call it the Grand Alliance. (Yes, I know that’s the name of the Manticoran – Havenite alliance. Don’t tell President Eloise Pritchard or Empress Elizabeth Winton.)

He’s about to become the August Bug!

Perhaps a tug of war between the moles and Mag’s entourage would be a good way of settling the dispute. Better than jousting perhaps?

Meanwhile, Back on the Nile

Queen Catshepsut the Golden: So, what have you discovered at the You Call This a Pyramid.

Beatrixia: There is a trove of cook scrolls from classic authors, and a pantry full of foods imperishable. We have a jar of original Xanadu honey for you, and one to present to Queen Titania.

The Queen: That is most generous. I’m sure she will be most joyful to receive it. And speaking of joyful, we have a visit from an old friend.

Bea: Is Thomios back from visiting Uncle Floof the Joyous?

Thomios: Here we are!

Floofnet the Joyous: Both of us!

Hugs all around

Iggy: I enjoy catching fish. I think I’d like to learn how to cook it.

Ora Z: Can we eat the food in the pantry?

The Queen: Certainly, Ora Z. Just not all at once.

Iron Glove: Do you need any special utensils? I would love to do some metal work.

Thomios: That would be much appreciated.

Bea: I think classic food could catch on. But do we have enough on paw to keep doing this?

Violet-Ifa: I don’t think we have to worry about that.

I guess Jules is leaving with that pronouncement.

“We few, we happy few, we band of brothers.” And sisters, of course.

Who/what is the black bird-like thing in panel 1 underneath the speech balloon? Or am I seeing things that aren’t there?

OK, My comment has disappeared. Not sure why.

What is Queen Mags holding in panel 2?

Farewell until next year brave Julybug, and thank you.

Farewell, Jules. And farewell to little Marshmallow, who left for her forever home this morning. Apparently, she will be renamed Princess Missy Fluffykins.

Are they mice?

It’s the time of the season

When Jules flies high

Just in time, helping Mag is easy

In her quest to retake stolen lands

Troops will gather in the sun

Two allied cans

To show you every one

It’s the time of the season for buzzing

He got game (He got game)

He’s a baddie (He’s a baddie)

(He touched) he’s touched the queen Maggie

He has arrived (he has arrived)

Summertime (Summertime)

(To wish) to wish her a long reign to live

Tell it to me slowly

Tell me how

Great it is to see Jules

It’s the time of the season for buzzing

- Rod Argent – Time of the Season – The Zombies

Jules, the immortal, interdimensional bug, only has a limited window inwhich he can be in this universe.

Fare thee well, brave July Bug. Until the next intersection of realities.

What are Thimblefist and Homestyle?

Relative newbie here… Homestyle appears to be a squirrel but what is Thimblefist? I’m guessing they have history with the racoons?

Yes, we’ll rally round the flag, boys, we’ll rally once again,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom;

We will rally from the hillside, we’ll gather from the plain,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom.

The yard for all forever, hurrah, boys, hurrah!

Down with the traitor, up with the stars;

While we rally round the flag, boys, rally once again,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom.

We are springing to the call of our brothers gone before,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom;

And we’ll fill the vacant ranks with a million free creatures more,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom.

We will welcome to our numbers the loyal, true, and brave,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom;

And although they may be poor, not a raccoon shall be a slave,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom.

So we’re springing to the call from the East and from the West,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom;

And we’ll prove a loyal crew for the land we love the best,

Shouting the battle cry of Freedom.

Gee whiz, Jules—you’ve been watching George Reeves, haven’t you? I recognize those two poses.

OT: Punto

Those moles would surrender in no time if Thimblefist played “The Shoutmunks” at full volume a la “Ride of the Valkyries”.

Hooray for the July Bug, and also for Thimblefist, most comforting of creatures!! I love the look on the raccoons’ faces in panels two and four.

It’s nice to see that Thimblefist can shout respectfully.

Sounds like the Battle Between the Pekes and the Pollicles to me.

changed avatar photo to show off our summer blooming prairie.

Sierra Hotel, Jules!

“Old Mag” sounded so disrespectful until we were introduced to young Princess Magazine, last week. If anyone called me “Old Mare,” I’d punch them in the snoot or verbally eviscerate them.

Calling out to the Orb: Please consider checking out another strip that includes great critters: Home Free by Tom Toro. He commented on Breaking Cat News on June 29, Saturday, and seems intrigued with Georgia’s current story line. I noticed the creator label next to his name and clicked to check out his strip. Here is a link to a recent strip which illustrates his affection for cats:

https://www.gocomics.com/homefree/2023/07/10

Thanks for your assistance, Jules. Farewell and safe travels!

BCN has the best character names, hands down! I mean, “Homestyle”?! C’mon :)

Looks like the band is getting back together.

OT Bad news, Orb!! Good friends of mine have to help their dog move across the rainbow bridge on account of her organs all giving up the ghost. She has severe heart failure and can hardly stand anymore. They had her for sixteen and a half years, which is dead old for a dog, especially one with congenital heart failure. They will be a the vet’s 16:00 Amsterdam Time. If you can, think of them and send them strength and love. Paw power!!

Queen Mag toebeans! Raccoooeeeeeee!

Ot: Good news!

YES!…this is the way!

Semi-new to this…who is Jules?

Thanks so much for the explanation…That helps heaps! Trying to keep it all together. Love your storyline and illustrations…long may you wave! :)