Super Sonic Flowers

Super Sonic pink impatiens, bright red fibrous begonias, and scarlet geraniums are MaaMaa's latest gardening therapy shopping finds. Dazzling colors to add more festivity to the garden. Oh if only I was allowed outside! Such a riot of colors. What colors are in your garden this summer?Purrs, Tankene

Son Shine

A cat without catnip is like a day without sunshine. MaaMaa says Easter is the time to see the Son Shine and thank Jesus for the blessing of eternal life. Have a joyous Easter from all of us at Sparklewood. Purrs, Tankene

St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day is almost here.

Sister Kit

My sister, Kit, died on Feb. 16, 2011 from terminal brain cancer. An odd named disease called Oliogoastrocytoma She was only 58 years , younger than me! I struggle with my grief and think of all the people who are also sad today and struggling with loss. I am thankful for my family and friends for their kindness.My friends who gave me encouragement, love, food and flowers and my family who hugged, prayed and cried. Thanks be to God. Oh yes --Tankene, Mr. Chub and Princess Sinatra were the best kittens!! Many loving purrs.

New 2010 Annual Flowers

However unusual, I share MaaMaa's love of gardening. I curl up in her lap and read the gardening magazines with her. MaaMaa showed me a new Dahlia called " Windmill" and it reminded me of a red and white pinwheel. Next was "Pretty Much Picasso Supertunia" with shocking violet face and charteuse; an attention grabber but still a Petunia. We loved the " Twinny Peach" Antirrhinum majus with dreamy petals.This dwarf snapdragon's pastel hues shine with peaches, yellows and melons reminding me of sunshine. New this year these annual flowers reveal such creative artistry. Have you ever blessed Jesus for the colors of nature? Purrs. Tankene Ice Mist