holy hydrangeas and the cutest cats

 

 

Here was their bright white color two weeks ago {back when they were wee little babes at around 9″ in size}: 

My hydrangea out front {a different variety} is doing very well, but it is at that awkward stage between pretty blooms right now.

And now, the photos you have all been waiting for.  The weather has been amazing here the last two weeks {although I had to wear a coat Saturday morning to my hair appointment}.  Definitely starting to feel like fall is approaching.  But it means more outdoor playtime for the cats.  Here are some photos I shot tonight after dinner at La Mesa.  Just as the lighting was really getting good, my camera battery died.

The foursome sneaking down the steps {which is forbidden} while I am busy taking photos of the hydrangeas:

Bearcat:

Bailey:

Hawkeye {This very well may go down in history as the best shot of him I have – not just because he moves too fast and is impossible to get to hold still – but it totally captures his personality.  He is peaking through the deck steps while I am taking pictures of the hydrangeas.  He has crap all over his face but as soon as you look at him or make a move, he is out there}:

Henley:

Turns out she was more interested in bopping the flowers and running around like a wild woman. Which really doesn’t make for the best photos:

This one with the sun flares was going to be amazing but you can see she holds still really well:

And here’s how most of hers really turned out. I wish I were kidding.  In the back of your mind you should be hearing a voice that sounds something like “Mom, what are you doing? Huh? Huh? What are you doing?”:

The foursome.  Oh wait, Henley is actually down in the yard eating grass while I am taking a picture….oops.  And yes, our deck really needs to be re-stained.