The title of this blog comes from a Gaelic expression -"putting on the poor mouth"-which means to exaggerate the direness of one's situation in order to gain time or favour from creditors.
Robyn is remembering Shakespeare: Since the affairs of men rest still uncertain, Let's reason with the worst that may befall. Will I have my supper today? Should I ask, beg, purr, claw or pray?
This week's entry for the Friday Ark and Carnival of the Cats.
He would appear to be in deep thought. I would hope it doesn't involve having Ted off Boris.
ReplyDeletePerhaps he is considering the possibilities in the foreign exchange market.
Robyn is remembering Shakespeare:
ReplyDeleteSince the affairs of men rest still uncertain,
Let's reason with the worst that may befall.
Will I have my supper today?
Should I ask, beg, purr, claw or pray?
If he is Bryan, I wihs he would share his profits!
ReplyDeleteHaha Claudia , exceelent
Sadly Robyn is not the brightest of cats. He is a beig gentle giant but a bit thick too!
How did your others feel about Robyn getting the nod?
ReplyDeleteAh they'll get their day
ReplyDeleteLove your cat's pensive look! My daughter's name is Robyn. ;-)
ReplyDeleteLovely tabby portrait.
ReplyDeleteAgreed, that is a really lovely portrait. With a very thoughtful expression.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone. He is a lovely old gentleman
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous photograph :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Cherie!
ReplyDeleteRobyn is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWe love the old gent. He's not bad for a 15 year old!
ReplyDeleteI think he's considering his secret name.
ReplyDeleteAnd I wish that I had my fingertips in the fur at the top of his head! What a beauty!
Ah he would love that Rahel. He is such a gentle old fellow,
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