Notes from a parish cat and his author Julie Mackenzie

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I am Father Tom Fish, esteemed member of the religious team at Temptation of Christ Parish in the novels by author Julie Mackenzie. As to my background, I was invited into the rectory as a stray, laid on the charm, and was invited to stay, even honorarily ordained and no less spiritual than my sidekick Father Will. He dotes on me to high heaven and forgives all of my street cat proclivities, whatever the hell that means.

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Anastasia and the Big Puss Step Out

Hi-ho, everyone, Tinker here..

I am so excited to be having my first official date with Anastasia!

I'm taking her to Truffle's Debutante Ball and Party, a glittering extrafurrganza. I even had mom Julie purchase a single rose for me to present..







In no time, we were all gussied up, looking like a million bucks, me in my bright red bowtie--hey, don't I look sharp??







Actually, I'm trying to politely ignore my lovely partner--holy jumping jackrabbits! Just look at her go! I had no idea all this excitement would bring out her more talkative side.







Yack, yack, yack, then it was blah, blah, blah, blah, and then  "ha ha ha ha- I saw him blah, blah, blah"--wait a minute, was she talking about me? At this rate, do you think I'll ever be able to steal a kiss??

Tom didn't come. He decided to stay home and babysit Mitty. I promised we'd drink a bunch of holy water and stuff ourselves in his place. He surprised me with a very un-priestly gesture..

It's wonderful to see so many we know here and they all look fabulous!

A special Happy First Birthday, Truffle from both of us and our special thanks to mom Paula for hosting this lovely event!

((Hugs))

Your furriends,
Tinker & Anastasia
xx

Postscript: For their first time out on such a formal occasion, our lovebirds did very well. Anastasia settled down after a bit and just took in her surroundings, feeling more at ease. I think Tinker was able to steal a kiss, but neither of them would confirm or deny. I just suspected he did when I saw a twinkle in his eye :) They had a wonderful time, I do know that, the magic of the CB casting its spell over all..everyone able to attend and wish Truffle well!


--Mom Julie

26 comments:

Hannah and Lucy said...

We hope you are enjoying yourself at Truffle's Debutante Ball and Party Tom - (whispers) we must say your lady is very talkative - even Hannah couldn't get a word in!
We think you look very handsome in that red bow tie - purrhaps you could purrsuade another mancat to stand alongside Anastasia while you get yourself a strong drink and some ear plugs!
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

Brian's Home Blog said...

You look sooooooo fantastic! To the Ball, to the Ball, to the Ball we go!

Sweet Purrfections said...

We're so glad you could attend the ball. We do hope you were able to steal a kiss between all of that talking. MOL!

Thank you for helping to make Truffle's first birthday so special.

Truffle and Brulee

Fr. Tom Fish said...

Hannah and Lucy,

Excellent idea about the earplugs..if I don't find any, I can always use a couple of shrimp, hehehe!

Kisses..

Random Felines said...

snicker....

Love the bowtie and the pearls!!

Marg said...

Wow, you sure look so handsome in your red bow. We just know you are going to have such a good time at Truffle's ball. See you there.

Angel Ginger Jasper said...

You look so handsome in your red bow tie.. The party is fabulous isnt it and so good to see everyone... Hugs GJ xx

Seville at Nerissa's Life said...

Have lots of fun at the ball! You look very handsome in your tie. purrs

Oskar said...

You look dashing, and those pearls are lovely.

I stopped by the ball and it was a great pawty!

Nubbin wiggles,
Oskar

The Furries of Whisppy said...

My my, you look mighty dapper, Tinker! We're so happy the both of you had such a lovely time at the Ball. Did you manage to steal a kiss? :)

Mary said...

You look ever so handsome in red! :) You enjoy the festivities, but don't stay out to late.. :D

Angel Prancer Pie said...

A very un-priestly gesture, huh? Well, have a great time anyway and we'll see you there!

Tamago said...

Oh how wonderful, Tinker! First official date with your lovely Anastasia!! You look super cool in the red bowtie. And she is so lovely!! I hope you have fun at the party!!

The Island Cats said...

Have fun at the ball!

Seville at Nerissa's Life said...

Hey everyone! Guess what? On Nerissa's Life this morning, I gave you all the Illuminating Blogger Award. CONGRATULATIONS! purrs

Katie Isabella said...

I thought you looked wonderfully handsome in your red bow tie. It looked nice with my red earrings and necklace when we had a dance together. xox

Old Kitty said...

Oh wow!! Awwwwww!! Me and Charlie love how romantic and stunning you both are together, lovely Tinker and Anastasia! Hope kisses were stolen! Yay! take care
x

ANGEL ABBYGRACE said...

The two of you looked stunning at the Ball on Saturday!!!

purrs
>^,,^<
♥Abby♥Boo♥Ping♥Jinx♥Grace♥

Unknown said...

Hi Guys
It was sure good to sees yous at the ball! Me had a great time and Tom, yous sure knows how to cut a rug!
Kisses
Nellie

Cathy Keisha said...

I'm glad tinker had a good time at the ball with his Cinderella. Sorry I didn't get to go. But just maybe I was helping Tom babysit. Hmmm!

Marilia said...

Oh my... you´re so wonderful!!!!!!!
Just enjoy!!!!

Fr. Tom Fish said...

Hey, CK! ::blushes::

I'm not confirming nor denying anything either..hehehe

Tom

Rumpydog said...

Ooh la la! Sounds like a fun time indeed!

meowmeowmans said...

It sounds like Tinker and Anastasia had a great time! We loved seeing you there.

Tom, that sure was great of you to babysit Mitty. :)

Hugs,

Moosey and Sammy

Shaggy and Scout said...

We saw you there Tinker! Very handsome!

Sage said...

Well, we're a bit late for the ball, but I bet you two stole the show! Anastasia is exceeding lovely in her jewels. And you, Tinker, what a handsome puss you make. I bet you were the heartthrobs of the evening!