We are here, researching the past...

Azzarb & the Elusive Mr. b have been adopted by a 14 lb. (that's what the scales say!) black cat, "Captain" (surely you don't think they adopted him!), who eats tuna (combined with curry powder, garlic powder & mayo!), salmon, chicken (spicy!), cheddar cheese (extra sharp preferred), a variety of deli meats (including baked Virginia ham, bologna, roast beef & Pastrami or raw steak [london broil, no less!])...and, last but not least, dry cat food (preferably Kit N'Kaboodle, now IAMS). Also nicknamed "Ming the Merciless" & "Mr. Meow", he enjoys a cold bowl of milk (no longer. it upsets his stomach) or natural (not bottled or tap) water to wash down his food, plus a comfortable pillow (or two or three) & something warm, such as one "human" (although two is preferred) to provide warmth in order to sleep. Currently he has earned the nickname of "Lord Leadbottom" in his ability to cement himself to the floor and refuse to move! In summer months, the red or tan Oriental rug provides "sufficient" satisfaction, although he enjoys snuggling in the brown leather swivel-rocker (this cat has good taste!), his body on the Navajo blanket; his head, against the black IKEA pillow. As the weather gets cooler, Captain enjoys the warmth of a hot air vent in the dining room, where he sleeps on the faux Oriental. During the evening he cn be found in the bedroom where the blankets & "humans" can be found.

In May 2001, Captain discovered a big white comforter. It was love at first sight; a new & luxurious place to lounge. In June, 2001 Captain's life changed as he was separated from his adopted "humans" and flown across the country. To see the entire story, see the cross-country cat.

We had a "guard cat" that sat on the walkway in front of our townhouse in VA and protected us from intruders. In Albuquerque, he sits at the top of the stairs, or in front of our bedroom, to prevent any unwanted "humans" from entering our/his living area. Quote Captain: "I want a fresh can of tuna for this service. After all, I am the cat!".