Listen people, can you do this? Unless you're a dog or a cat or another advanced type of animal--of course you can't! Well, maybe that guy Gene Simmons can do it. But, we cats don't expect you humans to do this. So, let me tell you a basic cat rule: Cats don't kayak! We don't even like to think about it!
Last weekend Dad came home with a kayak he rented. I immediately knew this could lead to an ugly situation.
So, then Dad said, "Maybe I should take Upsie kayaking." And he put me in the freaking thing! So predictable, make Upsie do something undignified for their amusement.
Seriously, don't you think I should report them to the authorities? This is a clear case of animal abuse.
Enough's enough!
So, we have an understanding? Cats don't want anything to do with kayaking, even on dry land. OK, on to happier things. It's Weekend Cat Blogging, of course. Head over to the lovely Clare's (and Kiri's) place at Eatstuff and see all the other cool cats. I need to take a nap. Bye.
HAHAHA, we are all still laughing over here! upsie, that kayak is like the perfect size for you! you are so incredibly cute, i can't take it. i love reading about your adventures upsie-dupsie daiseeeee :)
Posted by: aria | August 05, 2006 at 11:33 AM
She looks so insulted! That's priceless. Imagine if she ever found herself actually out on the water in that thing! It's too horrible to contemplate; why did I mention it?
Posted by: Lisa | August 05, 2006 at 01:21 PM
*ha!!!*
*wipes a tear*
My husband and I were in serious need of some humour... thanks for putting up with it, Upsie!
Posted by: s'kat | August 05, 2006 at 02:04 PM
Upsie, Every weekend I look forward to reading your notes and seeing your pictures. The ending photo says it all for me.
Posted by: Bonnie in Virginia | August 05, 2006 at 07:25 PM
Aw, poor Upsie, always being "mistreated" LOL!!! The third picture of her is great as she has this typical non-cooperative/sad cat attitude and face expression.
Great pictures and awsome cat!
Posted by: Rosa | August 06, 2006 at 01:53 AM
Aw, poor Upsie, always being "mistreated" LOL!!! The third picture of her is great as she has this typical non-cooperative/sad cat attitude and face expression.
Great pictures and awesome cat!
Posted by: Rosa | August 06, 2006 at 01:54 AM
Aria,
That kayak is just right for her, isn't it. Bob rented another kayak today and Upsie was better with it. She rubbed her face on it and sat in the seat without a frown on her face.
Lisa,
She was quite miffed to be treated in such a disrespectful way!! Oh, I think Upsie would have a meltdown if she ever saw a river or lake!
s"kat,
Upsie says that it's worth it if her public is entertained! :):) And she's so pleased you shed a tear for her.
Bonnie,
I love your site. You do such good work and the pictures are incredible. Anyone who sees those pictures would want to adopt the kitties! Thank you!!!
Rosa,
Thanks! I also think she looks like a classic disgruntled cat--with the ears back and the whole put upon demeanor. :):)
Posted by: sher | August 06, 2006 at 03:29 AM
Would you like me to feature any of these in the COTC Catmodels gallery? Let me know. Thanks, -ls
Posted by: Laurence Simon | August 06, 2006 at 08:51 AM
So funny, she looks exhasperated.. like, again? Sheesh? Why do I have to put up with this? :)
Posted by: NOLADawn | August 06, 2006 at 04:56 PM
Poor Upsie! If you want to run away to the other end of the world, I don't mind taking you in. She looks cute in the kayak though!
Posted by: boo_licious | August 06, 2006 at 05:30 PM
HAHAHAHA!
My daughter walked in the room just as I loaded up the page for your blog...she did a double take and said "Mom! What are you reading?"
"A cooking blog...why?"
"Well I saw the title What Did You Eat? and a picture of a cat....Mom..that's really bad..."
Snort!
Posted by: Rosie | August 06, 2006 at 06:12 PM
Upsie (or you) cracks me up again! I don't have any cat in this house (as my dog hates cat) but used to have 4 cats in my old house... I just love to come see lovely Upsie everyweek!
Posted by: gattina | August 06, 2006 at 07:28 PM
LOL. That Upsie is a girl of many talents, I tell you.
As far as the kayaking goes, I think she was brave to give it a go!
Posted by: Kristi | August 07, 2006 at 05:26 AM
Laurence,
Thanks for reminding me!!!
NOLADawn,
Yes, she suffers so much!! You have a very funny picture of your two kitties on your blog!
Boo_licious,
Well, Upsie knows how nice you treat cats, so she just might get on a plane and visit you, if she can figure out how to use my credit card!
Rosie,
LOL! That's funny. What Did You Eat? A cat? No, Upsie is safe here. :)
Gattina,
Upsie is glad you get a kick out of her antics. Well, I bet you will have a cat again someday!
Kristi,
Yes, she was brave. But, she demanded extra Kitty treats for doing that. It's her fee.
Posted by: sher | August 07, 2006 at 09:58 AM
Gawd! The expressions on that cat's face! Hilarious!
Posted by: kross-eyed kitty | August 07, 2006 at 11:41 AM
LOL thanks, Hugo is the big worry-wart, Charlie is the ever playful one. Hugo was trying to tell him (I think, as far as my cat-mind-reading skills go :P) that it was dangerous to play around the plastic bags... of course Hugo's favorite treat is to lick plastic bags... but that's the way big brothers/little brothers go I guess.
Posted by: NOLADawn | August 07, 2006 at 02:17 PM
Upsie is my hero!
Posted by: Glenna | August 09, 2006 at 11:50 AM