It's the 1st of June ~
usually the day June (the cat) jumps up to claim her month,
the one she's waited all year long for ~ hers and hers alone!
usually the day June (the cat) jumps up to claim her month,
the one she's waited all year long for ~ hers and hers alone!
But she was exceptionally good this morning, and agreed (with encouragement)
to give up this special day, so together we could share news about
The Cat Blogosphere with you ~ meow !
The times they are a-changing it is said. After over ten years of designing monthly
events badges (plus a whole lot more stuff), I'm stepping back a little bit and
so want to take today to introduce the newest member of the CB Team,
but also tell you a bit about all of our team ~ just in case you're not familiar
with those who work (and love to do it) every day on behalf of your blogs!
We reached up and out and North across the border to Canada and convinced
the creative and artistic (well known to many already) Barb to join our team.
Thankfully, she agreed ~ though I suspect there was some meowing and barking
encouragement from Marv, Kozmo, JoJo, Cinnamon and even the
vociferous Angel Queen Nellie Bellie!
You can visit all of them at CATS-ASTROPHIC Events and I do hope you'll
stop by today with a loud and boisterous welcome ...
and just check out the Cat Blogosphere today also, to see the wonderful
month of June events badges designed by the talented Barb.
Terry probably doesn't need any introduction ~ but here we go anyway.
The CB simply would not be here without his 24/7 effort, a true labor of love, on
behalf of us, on behalf of all our pets, yours, his, all pets everywhere.
BRIANS HOME FOREVER began in 2008 and is a home that has overflowed
with kitties ever since, each and every one given dignity, the ultimate in care
and attention throughout their lives. A healthy and happy feral colony,
equally well cared for lives in the yard of their home ~ yet somehow Terry
manages to run the Cat Blogosphere every day, post to his own blog,
and comment on nearly every one of your blogs!
We all need to give him a big applause and heartfelt thank you.
Sierra is an award-winning freelance writer who brought her talents to the CB
in 2022 with the weekly column "Saturdays With Sierra". A terrific round up
of all the news you may have missed and the coming events you don't want to miss!
She writes feature articles of importance to the pet community ~ she manages
the CB Facebook page, and the private CB Facebook Group.
And has now published her first book ~ PURRSEVERANCE, a compilation of cat stories that
will warm your heart (you can learn more by clicking on the CB sidebar link).
All this while caring for kitties Tylan and Giovanni and posting to her
own cat blog, FUR EVERYWHERE.
Always interested in photography, art and animal life in general, I brought
these together with the start of my blog in June 2007, and tip-toed into
doing images for the CB and for many other pet bloggers around 2013.
It became a regular part of my "portfolio of sorts" in 2016, designing monthly
events badges, annual events and a complete Cat Blogosphere makeover in 2022.
Together, Barb and I will collaborate on annual and other special events.
At this time, I've chosen to step back a bit, but told our CB Team,
"I am so confident in Barb, as you look at the newly designed Events Badges
for this month, June 2024,
you'll see right away that Barb was the purr-fect choice!"
So, welcome Barb, and thank you!
One thing I do not plan to step away from ~
Forever Memory Images
Though these are the most difficult pieces of photoart that I design, and
have designed since 2007, they hold a special place in my heart.
I have done far more than I have ever wanted to do.
Even though from time to time, I clean my photo files, every pet who has
crossed their Rainbow Bridge for whom I created an image remains here.
It is a privilege to be asked to do this, and I'll continue to do so as long as I am able. Thank you.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
If you're interested in knowing more about The Cat Blogosphere,
and specifically its history ~ the wonderful people, the "teams" who gave it
its start and kept it going before all of us above came along ~
visit this LINK on the CB, to read more.
And we appreciate your participation in The Cat Blogosphere,
adding your Daily Links
and supporting us by sharing our badge on your own pet blog!
Thank you!
And what a wonderful team it is! Our thanks to all of you!
ReplyDeletePurrs,
The Chans
Thank you ... paws and hooves up, our "new" friends ... glad you have come into our lives, a happy event!
DeleteAnn you SOOOO deserve to take a step back and enjoy time as you wish......your Forever Badges are always beautiful and I'm glad you will continue to do that - I still have Angel Sammy's and always will hold it close. Barb is going to do a bang-up job - she's very talented as are ALL of the CB team is. Teddy and I thank you for all you VERY hard work - it is very much appreciated. It's nice to have a spot in the world to go for inspiration and friendship and the CB certainly is that and more. Sending you hugs...................
ReplyDeleteLove, Pam and Teddy too
Thank you and hugs ... a reply sent by email ...
DeleteYou have contributed so much, you deserve to step back and take on a bit less. We are thankful for all you have done over the years and look forward to continuing to follow you and June.
ReplyDeleteThank you Joy ... for the joy of your blog, the joy of your amazing dogs and your life and travels with them, the GBGV life is one we try so hard not to miss a day of. (oops, not s'posed to end with a preposition ... oh dear!)
DeleteWe will be glad to see more of Barb and her fur babies in the future. They have been missed the past few years. You do excellent art and I am glad you will continue with the Rainbow Forever Memories. Thank you Ann.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lynn and pretty Precious, I know we don't get to "your home" often enough, will try harder ... but it is fun when we do come to visit ... meows and hugs.
DeleteThank you to all of you for all your wonderful beautiful and oh so kind work that you do for us. We depend on you to let us know what's going on in the blog world. Welcome Barb and I already know you well
ReplyDeleteThanks Sandra, we "hugs" you, too ~ Beau, amazing BIG and all who came before ~ enjoying you, your fun stuff for so long now. It's kind of a magical world we visit when we click on your link!
DeleteWelcome to Barb and and huge thanks to all of you who keep the CB going. I'm quite sure that most of don't grasp the full scope of what's involved, so you all deserve kudos and loud applause. 👏❤️
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kim. Can't event count how many years and all the "kitty angels" of yours who are part of my heart and soul, as you are ... sharing laughter, sharing tears. I am glad you have been, still are, a part of my life ~ a very good part.
ReplyDeleteWE are so fortunate here in the CB for all of you. I am grateful to each one of you for what you do. Welcome to Barb and all the furred family...especially Kozmo. You handsome thing you! heheheeee.
ReplyDeleteAh yes ~ Katie and Kozmo, got a thing going on, don't they? OMC, we'd best watch out for these two ...
DeleteYou more than deserve to take a step back, Miss Ann, and we welcome Barb and the CB team with open paws!
ReplyDeleteDear Sue ~ little "a lot to learn, lively, loveable Dandy Duke, and our special Angel Molly", we treasure the friendship built with all of you over many years, important to me. I'm happy you've been such an integral part of my life ... thank you.
DeleteWelcome to Barb joining the CB team. You have done so much for all of us over the years and now deserve to take a step or two back. Thank you for the wonderful blog headers and the Forever badges for my boys. A great big thank you for the badge for me. You don't know how much it means to me. Actually I am pretty sure you do. It is good to know I have so many behind me in this new chapter of the never ending battle.
ReplyDeleteRight now my heart hurts for you Jackie, and for your dear Ivor. At the same time, I shall pray for you, for your well being and comfort every day. As I know all that you are facing will not be easy. But please know that you are not taking this journey alone, for many of us far and wide will be with you in every way we can. May the dear Lord be watching over you.
DeleteThat's a beautiful recap Ann, you pulled it together so nicely. Thanks for all you do and continue to do for so many. We're truly blessed to have you in our lives.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Terry (she says while blushing) ... what can I say about you that I didn't say above ... ? Maybe simply you're the best of the best, and I do apurrciate you, a whole lot!
DeleteOMCs what a talented line up of furry friends and a big thank you to their humans, Ann, Barb, Sierra and Terry who so graciously make Cat Blogsphere magical. We are all in awe of your talented thumbs
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
PS JUNE I say you need to get a bag full of Temptaions for giving up June 1
And thanks to you also, Cecilia ~ you're always there to lend an "extra thumb", and it is a talented one as well! Power of the Paw is important and meaningful for all of us, and we thank you for that. As for extra Temptations for June ... nananana, it would destroy her diet even though she'd happily accept them!
ReplyDeleteWe love Barb and her furbabes. What a wonderful addition. I'm so glad I found all of you.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day and weekend. ♥
Thank you ALL for keeping us together!
ReplyDeleteThank YOU for all YOU DO and I will look forward to seeing what the whole team puts together!
ReplyDeleteWelcome and THANK YOU for the terrific and outstanding work you have all done over the years and in the years to come. CB is truly a comfort spot for so many, ourselves included, a place that brings smiles and sometimes tears but most of all friendship. Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteAnn, from me and mackerull, and all da tabbies o trout towne; dude, boomer, dai$y, tuna and sauce, 984 thank yooz for
ReplyDeleteeverything; the awesome art work, the badges and for being there for us all. loves and hugs 💖💖
juney chowder now that yur mom haz sum free time, eye due hope her plans on makin ewe fresh lee cooked meelz, 7 timez a day, ternin whatz knot polka dot in yur houz …inn two…polka dot, spendz time playin with ewe N knot dee VOTE inn her time ta polly and her tix, getz a gardin a grown in on yur balconee oh fresh leaf nip and grazz and buyz ewe a ree clinerz chair…just bee cauz 🐟😺💙💚‼️
All of you have such dedication, and we appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteJune, it's your month...spend it wisely.
Ann you deserve some time to just chill ! And Barb is a great talent and generous to step in! You are all amazing. 😻
ReplyDeleteWe're thankful for all the Cat Blogosphere team and think Barb will be a great addition. You've done so much for everyone, Ann that we think you definitely deserve a break.
ReplyDeleteAnn, you’ve earned a break and I’m thrilled Barb whom I adore is stepping in!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, I am still learning about all of you and am loving the posts and cannot wait to see more, you are all so amazingly talented it is pawsome, have a wonderful weekend
ReplyDeleteWelcome to Barb and much thanks to all of the CB team! Ann, thank you for all you've done for the CB and especially the Forever badges you've created for us. They're so beautiful and much appreciated memories.
ReplyDeleteThe kitties and I will be sorry to see you go, Ann! But we also welcome Barb Kowalik! We greatly appreciate all your efforts! We also appreciate the efforts of Terry and Sierra! We do regret that due to my chronic illness, I don't get around to everyone to comment now, and I only post myself about once a month or so.
ReplyDeleteSounds purrfect!
ReplyDeleteOh!!
ReplyDeleteBarb is the 'purrfect' choice to take over the reins from you, Ann.
I loved all the work you've done for us, too.
And yes those memorial graphics ARE hard to do, because of the nature of them alone, not to mention trying perhaps to capture something special about the angel you are working for.
You deserve a break, and I hope you will enjoy your 'freedom'!
Now June can have the rest of the month!!
We appreciate everything all of you do for all of us. We're sending paw biscuits to all.
ReplyDeleteLove ya'
RaenaBelle and Zebby
Mee-yow wee did not nose Miss Barb an Miss Sierra were innvolved two Miss Ann an June! What a pawtastick teem you have with them an Mistur Terry. THNX fore ALL yore werk to make THE Kitty Blog-os-feer THE kewl place it iss!!
ReplyDelete~~~~hear rubss~~~BellaDharma~~~ an {{{hugss}}} BellaSita Mum
Welcome Barb!! We all love and appreciate all you do here. The Johnson Family - Sunny Lab and Angels Abby and Barkley Lab
ReplyDeleteKudos to ALL that give their time and heart to this writing and posting about our fur babies.
ReplyDeleteMay they reach even more people and convert them into loyal readers and loving pet parents!!!
Hugs,
Mariette + Kitties
What a pawsome team ! We're thankful for everyone who cares and works to make the Cat Blogosphere be the Cat Blogosphere ! Paws up for each of you ! Purrs
ReplyDeletePurrayers and love and thanks to all of you who bring this wonderful world to us daily !
ReplyDeleteDearest June and Ann! Thanks so much for the WONDERFUL introduction and most of all, THANK YOU for the most excellent header! We thought we had it up, but Mom sneaked a peak when she was on her way taking Alex to Kelowna to fly to Cincinnati and there it was not! So the furrst thing she did when she got home, was post i./ We feel so honored to be part of the team and we can't wait to get Mom to start helping us post. Keep being awesome ladies! Whisker Kisses and head bonks, Marvelous Marv (and Mom Barb, Kozmo, Cinnamon, and Jo Jo)
ReplyDeleteBarb will do a great job. I am thankful to you and the rest of the team for all you do. XO
ReplyDeleteAnn, you do a wonderful service for those who are grieving. Thank you for continuing it. And welcome, welcome, welcome and a huge thank you to those who have stepped up to do the other things that help make this an awesome place!
ReplyDeleteAnn, you do a wonderful service for those who are grieving. Thank you for continuing it. And welcome, welcome, welcome and a huge thank you to those who have stepped up to do the other things that help make this an awesome place!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fangtastic team. Welcome Barb :)
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Matilda
You all do an amazing job! Welcome, Barb!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to all new team members! Thank you Ann for being of service with the Blogosphere!!!
ReplyDeleteDebby
RescuesAndMore.blogspot.com
Thanks to you for ALL you do and have done!!! This is a great team and we support them all too.
ReplyDeleteWoos - Misty and Timber
Hooray for the team! I only wish I'd met all of you sooner.
ReplyDeleteThat is most definitely The Dream Team right there! We are so grateful for you all, and for all you do for all of us. Ann, thank you for your amazing work. Your creativity, talent, and sensitivity are without parallel, and we have all been so blessed by them for so long. We are glad you are getting a chance to step back a little bit. You and Juney certainly deserve it. With love and gratitude. - Kevin, Tracey, Ava, and Target
ReplyDeleteWhat a talented and committed group of folks who have done so much for so many. You deserve to step back a bit, Ann, and we are especially grateful to you for your wonderful badges over the years.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pawtastic crew of Blogosphere peeps. Enjoy stepping back, Ann. You've done so much amazing work-enjoy a bit of kicking back and chill-axin. Hugs and tail wags to you for everything you've done. 💙
ReplyDeleteYou've assembled a great team there! Looking forward to seeing them carrying on the great work you've done for the past 10 years. Well done, Ann and June!
ReplyDeleteAnn and June ~ thank you for all you have done and continue to do and to all your compatriots ~ hugs,
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores ~
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Much thanks to all those who work on the CB Blog. We have enjoyed getting to know you and appreciate all the hard work you do. June thanks for letting your Mom introduce everyone and explain all the upcoming changes. And since it is now JUNE we look forward to hearing all about you 24/7 for the rest of the month.
ReplyDeleteBravo to all who keep The Cat Blogosphere up and running, we all appreciate all everyone does and should say that more often.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad for you that you are able to step back with confidence and that there are others to take up where you left off. I'm also happy that you can keep the tasks you like best, and continue to contribute creatively. It's been a long haul for you without support. Hopefully, you can enjoy it more now that there isn't such pressure. Thank you for everything you have done in the past, and all that you continue to do now and in the future. Much love, W❣️
ReplyDeleteOF COURSE we know (and LOVE) Barb!!! Cody was one of Nellie's MANY, MANY SUITORS!!!! Barb is so talented! What a great addition!!!! I am happy that you get to step back a bit, you have done SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!
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