May 3, 2011

The Reason We Call Him Tsunami

Is Tsunami Aptly Named?
You Be The Judge!
Last night, as I drifted off to la-la land, I was awakened by the sounds of a LOUD CRASH BOOM!

Normally I would investigate but I was too tired to move. I told myself it was the neighbors. I went back to sleep.

Today, I was greeted by a wide-eyed cherub. He followed me with all of the innocence he could feign. This should have tipped me off to the fact that I would soon come face to face with a disaster of cyclonic proportions.

Tsunami's Nesting Spot And Runway
I headed off to The Paper Palace to start my day. One of Tsunami’s favorite nesting spots is on top of the white cabinets that harbor my crafty flower garden. He loves to lounge there and weave in and out of the blinds.

Tsunami has a unique way of travelling to this space. He does not walk over to the cabinets and jump on top of them, like an ordinary cat. Instead, he races from the living room through the halls to The Paper Palace, where he tears across my desk, full throttle, then launches off of the keyboard tray with all of his weight and flies to his chosen spot.

The Launch Pad
Usually, he does this when I am around. When I hear him coming, I race to move things out of his path, and I brace my knee against the keyboard tray to fortify it against his weight. Last night, however, I fell asleep during sentry duty.

As a result, the weight of Tsunami launching off of my keyboard tray finally broke it – causing it to crash to the floor, along with my keyboard, mouse, and a number of assorted items!
 
The Scene Before Tsunami Tore Through
So today, instead of crafting, I am performing disaster recovery. Instead of card-making, I am fortifying the Paper Palace against CAT-ASTROPHES!

Is it any wonder we named this cat Tsunami!

Have a wonderful WOYWW and Wordless/Wordy Wednesday, dear friends!

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Finer Things Friday
Furry First Fridays
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83 comments:

  1. NeetMay 3, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    First of all what a wonderful craft room you have. Thanks for the peek. Secondly, how could you not love him? He is so adorable and let's be honest, he does give you a chuckle now and then.
    I know you love him and would not be without him but I guess this morning .....
    Give the aptly named Tsunami a cuddle from me #14

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  2. Bleubeard and ElizabethMay 3, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    What a fun tale (or tail). Sorry you had to perform disaster recovery duty today. I fear this will not be the last time, though. Happy WOYWW from # 6 this week.

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  3. CathyMay 3, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Had to laugh (sorry!!!) at Tsunami'a antics! Crafting and cats doesn't really go does it!!! Mine is behaving herself at the moment ...!!
    happy Wednesday,
    Cathy xx

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  4. judeMay 3, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    You made me laugh with the CAT-ASTROPHES!very good.Yes you love him to bits and wouldnt be without him!Im sure things will get sorted this am and your friendly foe is sorry.Have Fab forgiving Woyww 100
    #hugs judex 28

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  5. SarpreetMay 3, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    o dear, beautiful workspace as at least the tops look clearer!Thank you for sharing your workspace, Happy WOYWW 100, Wow! Has it really been 100 weeks! (#3)

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  6. Sunshine GirlMay 3, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    Bless him - looks like you have a busy day ahead of you! hope it doesnt take too long and you get to have a crafty play too! Sunshine Girl No. 32

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  7. PenniMay 3, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Don't you just love em though!!!!

    My two like to play chase at full speed straight from the bathroom, down the landing and into our bedroom, launching themselves onto the bed - Hubby says he might invest in the cricket box LOL!!!!

    Have a great day mending the keyboard tray.

    Hugs
    Penni
    X

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  8. catsynthMay 3, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    Wow, he definitely is a force of nature :)

    Fortunately, we haven't had too many mishaps here (at least with Luna).

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  9. HelenMay 3, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    I think all the cat puns are taken, so I will just say, I had to laugh at your story. (see, I didn't reuse tail...) Hope you get your great space back to normal soon!

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  10. SidMay 4, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Very tidy !!

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  11. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Hahaha, very aptly named cat.

    I doubt any cats ever moves in the way we want them to. I've only had mine for four years and she was street cat to boot. I'm thankful each day that nothing further is broken in the house. XD

    Happy WOYWW 100!

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  12. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Look at that precious face.. How could you ever get upset with him? :) - PS - Your craft room is awesome! :)

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  13. SarahMay 4, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    Action hero cat in the making... great studio!

    Thanks for sharing your space,

    Sarah at 4

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  14. Spanish PinayMay 4, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    Tsunami is adorable! I'm following from welcome wednesday blog hop. I hope you can follow back too! :) Thanks.

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  15. Chris @ the cat/dog logMay 4, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    Oh dear, Tsunami really did it this time. Our Lola is much the same - We have a window shelf for the 2 cats and she loves to launch from it to get up to the top of the bookshelf. It sounds like the house is coming down when she does it.

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  16. Karen and GerardMay 4, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    What a great name for your cat! Definitely fits. I am happy my keyboard is on a little piece that I can roll under the desk when I'm not using it for this very reason!

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  17. AliMay 4, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    Hee! CAT-astrophe indeed! Good job he's so cute, eh? :D

    Thanks for sharing your (partly demolished) workdesk. :)

    Ali #41

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  18. KathleenMay 4, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    A really apt name for your cat :-) and an entertaining story although not much fun for you having to put things right.
    Kathleen x

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  19. AshMay 4, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Loved reading this! Sounds like you couldn't have picked a better name! :)

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  20. Jan HenningsMay 4, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Great space and I love Tsunami!

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  21. LoriMay 4, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    That would be a great name!

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  22. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    Now, just because you have seen him do this in the past is not 100% proof that poor, sweet, innocent Tsunami is to blame. Perhaps he was protecting you from some evil invader or unseen (to humans) force that waited for you to fall asleep. Look at that face. How can you find a trace of mayhem and mischief in that gorgeous face?
    (They are so good at hiding it aren't they?)

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  23. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Aw...I love Tsunami!!! What a sweet cat even if he is mayhem!!! Gotta love the personalities of cats---they each have their own, that is for sure!!! Stopping over from Java's--great to find you!!! www.bethannchiles.com

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  24. At Home With MichelleMay 4, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    So Cute:)I am following you now from the Welcome Wednesday blog hop:) Hope you will check out my blog too and follow along:)

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  25. Little HatchlingsMay 4, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    I totally pictured the whole thing unfolding. Poor Tsunami...he must have been so afraid that he was going to get in trouble. But he's only a "baby"...mom!

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  26. Quirky HomemakerMay 4, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Oh Tsunami!! Yes, probably well named! Hope you are able to get back to your crafting soon!

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  27. Sassy ScrapperMay 4, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Ha Ha that's great! I love your cat and what an awesome name. Your Paper Palace is gorgeous I love every square inch of it. Can I come over and tear across your desk of course stopping now and then to drool over your goodies?
    Hugs Bonnie

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  28. NikkiMay 4, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    First of all, I'm so jealous of your palace space. It is amazing! I wish I had room for that! And second, adorable cat and yes, aptly named, clearly. lol

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  29. ElizabethMay 4, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Afternoon, Tsunami is just too cute for words but you do have my sympathy. The Boss does something similar - she jumps up on my keyboard, on her way to the windowsill and all because she has heard the birds tweeting away outside my window. The trouble is I never hear her coming so, although the whole episode is over in a matter of seconds, I take a tad longer to recover from the shock! Lovely craft room by the way - hope your day isn't entirely wasted repairing the damage. Elizabeth x #38

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  30. DebbiedoosMay 4, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    What a personality, and yes the name fits. Thanks so much for joining my pet party. WOuld love if you added my link too:) have fun!

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  31. RussMay 4, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Sometimes it is hard to love them. Then they give you that who me look. My granddaughters cat is constantly biting me. But everyday I still pet her. Now I know when to stop.

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  32. KristaMay 4, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    What a nut! It always surprises me when people say "cats are boring." Yeah, right! Some days I'd kill to have them boring!

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  33. JoZart DesignsMay 4, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    That must have been cat-astrophic but we know you love this aptly named feline really! Great story... you'll have to get a micro chip on him that bleeps when he strays in forbidden areas!
    Great workspace BTW!
    JoZarty x

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  34. Stacy UncorkedMay 4, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    "CAT-ASTROPHES" - I love it! It's amazing how much trouble one beautiful little kitty can cause, isn't it? ;)

    WW: Dragon Princess

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  35. MarleneMay 4, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I LOVE his name! Obviously it suits him well! LOL!

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  36. Julia DunnitMay 4, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    All the better that you did ignore the noise - he might take it for congratulation!! And also, hey, what can you do at bedtime that you couldn't do this morning, huh!

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  37. AngieMay 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Very aptly named ...our latest rescued cat Toto looks like Tsunami ...and cannot jump on to things like a normal cat ...jumps more like a dog. The elevation is there but either his back legs miss the target or he goes all wobbly on landing ...result is what ever was in the spot originally ends up on the floor.I have lost 3 mugs of coffee so far...and the mugs lost their lives as a result.

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  38. Sparkly EngineerMay 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    How funny. Possibly you should contact FIMA?

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  39. SandyMay 4, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Although all these years I've worried about my cat Rikki not being able to deal with heights, after reading what your Tsunami does.. well I love that Rikki will not climb up on anything..lol
    Love the name of your pet.. it fits!
    Hope you fixed the keyboard tray and the mess..
    Sandy
    Rikki had fun at Lucy's party too!

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  40. A Helicopter MomMay 4, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Hahaha! I love it. Cats are awesome. :)

    Hope you're haveing a great week!

    Mickey
    A Helicopter Mom

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  41. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Now,that is one crazy,wild cat,I think the name is very appropriate.
    ~Jo
    LazyonLoblolly

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  42. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Hi. I am your newest follower via GFC. I found you on the Blog Hop. I would love if you would stop by my blog and check out my newest post on the horrific Alabama Tornado Disaster that happened in my home town. It goes into detail about what happened and how we can all HELP by giving back. PLEASE check this out at http://pricecrusher.blogspot.com/2011/05/help-alabama-tornado-victims.html

    Thanks!
    God Bless!

    Heather H.
    The Price Crusher

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  43. Jessie @ MomVantageMay 4, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Your cat is adorable!! My cat is a crazy acrobat too! It is fun to watch :)

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  44. kimMay 4, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    He is so adorable! How can you hate such a beautiful cat? lol!

    hope you can visit MINE..

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  45. BettyMay 4, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    We have our fair share of CAT-astrophies, so I can relate. Last night I was in bed when I heard something too. It sounded like a cat getting sick. I looked and she seemed fine after a couple of minutes, so I went back to bed. This morning I almost stepped in it. Oh, the constant joy of cat ownership. I wouldn't trade it for anything. Your cat is adorable. Love the picture.

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  46. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsMay 4, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    haha!!! So cute! Well...it sounds like you are well prepared for when Your Tsunami hits!

    Blessings & Aloha!

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  47. SparkleMay 4, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Wow, I think Tsunami is my new hero!

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  48. AnonymousMay 4, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    He looks like a cat full of adventure. He leaves mess in his wake just like just like JDaniel does.

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  49. karenMay 4, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Hee hee, this is such a cute story ... well, except for the breakage of course ... and makes me appreciate that I have dogs and they do not walk on the shelves! Although, they do seem to think that anything that falls to the ground is for them to eat!
    Happy WOYWW!
    xoxo Karen #55

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  50. JudieMay 4, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    When I was young, there was a woman who lived behind us with her husband and three children, and an assortment of pets. She was highly intelligent, well-educated, and a free spirit who would get up at 5 in the morning to read Greek classics IN GREEK! She had a cat whose name was Ambulance. I'm sure you can guess why!!

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  51. trisha tooMay 4, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Nope, he looks totally innocent to me.

    Must be some other naughty kitty . . .

    ;)

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  52. SueMay 4, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Poor Tsunami must have gotten a big shock! What a cutie!

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  53. EileenMay 4, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    I had to laugh at this. I stopped by to let you know that I decided not to close down my blog, The Art of Living Beautifully and Furry First Fridays is resuming this Friday, if you want to join. :)

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  54. Ginger@gingersnapcrafts.comMay 4, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Cats are so fun!

    I'm a new follower from the blog hop.

    Would love a visit from you too. :)

    Ginger
    gingersnapcrafts.blogspot.com

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  55. peggy aplSEEDSMay 4, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    LOL, yes, i think he is aptly named! happy WOYWW!

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  56. MonikaMay 4, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    Your life seems so serene. Just browsing some of the blog hop blogs and I wanted to say hi! I will follow you as well. We also have a Facebook fan page at http://www.facebook.com/aiasdotca that you should check out! We always like and follow back, just leave us a note <3

    Monika @ Aias Dot Ca (http://www.aias.ca)

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  57. ♥.Trish.♥ DrumboysMay 5, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    He is so sweet to have a name like that but I love it !

    Happy WW.
    Thanks for linking up.

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  58. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    I am following you from the blog hop and I cant wait to participate in your challenges!! FUN blog and great pictures!

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  59. sandra deMay 5, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    I'm with Trisha I don't think it was Tsunami. Sounds more like a dog got in caused havoc and is now implicating your beautiful cat.

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  60. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Wow, what an interesting cat he is :) I wish there was a video of him making that run and jump thing you described. That would be so much fun to watch!

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  61. DebbieMay 5, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Just like a little kid, they can cause so much disaster in proportion to body size!

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  62. okienurseMay 5, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Very cute story about Tsunami! I love your craft area, so neat and tidy! I have two cats and they are a handful in the craft room. Thanks for sharing. Vickie aka okienurse #36

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  63. Sofia @ From PDX with LoveMay 5, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    It would've been funny to watch! Lovely craft room...gorgeous kitty! :D

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  64. Mrs A.May 5, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Hope you got everything fixed back together. Wimpee and Wrapper are 12yrs old today so they are taking it easy in the garden. Hugs Mrs A. #128

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  65. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis HallMay 5, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    having a pet would be like that,
    it makes your life full of fun and dramas.

    well done.

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  66. RetaMay 6, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    You're such a great story teller with Tsunami and Legend's exploits that I'm positive you could write a best selling children's book on their adventures!! I know you keep cat lovers smiling with your blog and tales.

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  67. EileenMay 6, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Yay! So glad you linked up!

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  68. KathieMay 6, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    He's adorable! Aren't cats hilarious? I had a cat like that, she broke so much stuff by jumping all over my furniture 'n such. It would make me mad when it happened, but I couldn't stay mad at her. Cats are just that way :-)

    thanks for stopping by my blog and visiting the furry first fridays post.

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  69. PatMay 6, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    A perfect name for your little bundle of fur! He sounds like non-stop entertainment!

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  70. Homestead Bounty BlessingsMay 6, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Found you on Hop Along Friday blog hop and am now following you on GFC. From one animal lover to another, I love this post! Gotta love em don't ya? At one point we had 3 cats and 3 dogs, all indoors. At this point, we are down to one dog and two cats (very mischievous as well!)

    Jacqui
    http://www.homesteadbountyblessings.com

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  71. ElisabethMay 7, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I have two cats, and they are named accordingly what fits them, as well. The older one "Prince" was named for that name, because he was so regal, even as a "kitty" and so prim and proper.

    Love the name Tsunami...well fits your kitty. So much fun to see them leap, and jump into action, but not so fun when they destroy things. I hope you were able to recuperate your losses...LOL, but not so funny when things get destroyed:-(((
    Loved your post, and glad we're following each other:DDD

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  72. Avalon Cat CartoonsMay 7, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Love your cat; he's so handsome. And what a great name! Thanks for following my cat blog, by the way. I was already a follower of yours. Have a lovely weekend!

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  73. JennyMay 7, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    What a cute story...and you definitely named him right...

    ...or, did he just become so ornery to live up to his name?

    I am in envy over your craft room! What an incredible place to create!

    Thanks for a cute link for Alphabe-Thursday this week.

    A+

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  74. ShanimalsCrackers.blogspot.comMay 7, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    He has an appropriate name, then.

    My cat's name is Sassafras (Sassy for short). She sleeps with me in my bed and instead of jumping on my bed from the floor, like a normal cat, she will use my nightstand. Now, I'm a pretty messy person, and usually my nightstand drawers are open. So...she clings to the open drawer to pull herself up, then jumps from the drawer onto my bed. Usually, though, when she's gripping the drawer, she's so heavy that she puts too much weight onto the drawer, thus knocking my whole nightstand over. This is annoying because I keep tons of junk on top of it. Then I have to pick everything up AGAIN.

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  75. TertiaMay 8, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    If ever there was a feline with an apt name, it is yours. Your post made me LOL. Don't think I would be laughing if he was my cat though.
    Happy very belated WOYWW

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  76. Keetha BroylesMay 8, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    LOL Cat-astrophy!!!

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  77. DimpleMay 8, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Tsunami is beautiful, and if this post showcases typical behavior, he certainly has the right name!

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  78. qandlequeenMay 8, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I had a cat and a big ol' 80 pound dog. From the basement I could tell the dog's movements by the clicking of his nails on the hardwood floors. The cat? I decided to call it the Midnight Three Ring Circus. Surely she was swinging from the chandeliers (and we didn't have any chandeliers) and dropping to the floor. The noise that beast could make!

    Hope you get your office back to working order soon!

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  79. Claudya MartinezMay 9, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Only a cutie like that could get away with such destruction.

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  80. Ispirato DesignMay 10, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Probably the most beautiful cat I've ever seen and no I've never said that before. From the sounds of it Tsunami fits! I'm visiting from Debbie's party and I'm your newest follower! Would love it if you stopped by- I'm having a pet portrait give away!

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  81. Divine In MindMay 11, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    awww, he looks like a perfect angel. Just like my Pete http://divineinmind.blogspot.com/2011/05/pete-cat.html

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  82. sarahMay 14, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Such a pretty baby! I have some that like to sit on my desk and my lap when I am working on my site. Don't have a blog yet, but would like it if you would visit. My passion is with all animals. Have any suggestions to improve site, would greatly appreciate, as site is new and I'm a newbie at this.I like the way you have yours set up. Good job!

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  83. TheSmellyArmpitMay 15, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    LOL This is hilarious! I love all the funny things that cats do. I so miss my KeeKee the WonderCat. :) I do believe that your cat has the perfect name for his personality!!!!!

    Thanks for sending me this link. Love it! And thanks for adding my giveaway link!!! wahoooo!

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