Catsandkimono
@catsandkimono
I am a retired academic who specialized in late medieval European history. Japanese culture, cats, flowers, gardening, embroidery and other needle arts are all my passions. My political views are progressive with an interest in social justice.
My latest puzzle. A mostly effective antidote to all the problems in the world.
Happy Caturday from The Ghost. She is feeling very friendly today.
If you live in Wisconsin don’t forget to vote today. We have an important State Supreme Court election and important local races. Voting is how we the people will reclaim our power!
My most recent jigsaw puzzle. When the news gets too awful, I try to calm my mind with a pretty puzzle. Sometimes it even helps.
Last Saturday we were in the middle of a blizzard. Today, a week later, it is almost 80 degrees F. It is shaping up to be a strange year for weather.
I thought this ring of mushrooms around the edge of this stump looks like a wreath. Pretty neat!
Some of the neighbors stopped by this afternoon. Sorry for the picture quality, I shot from inside with my phone.
A nifty starfish photograph taken at Shell Beach in Sonoma County, California.
The Kimono of the day is a wonderful vintage Komon with scenes of craftspeople creating wonderful things. It is a perfect autumn kimono.
The kimono of the day is a wonderful furisode with gorgeous embroidery.
I really love Madison! We were at the protest in Montello about an hour north. For a deep red area there was an excellent turnout.
Scenes from the No Kings protest in Montello, Wi. I think it was the biggest turnout to date. A wonderful peaceful event.
Scenes from the No Kings protest in Montello, WI. Many people came to peacefully exercise their right to free speech.
My special buddy is taking an afternoon nap in preparation for a busy night of shenanigans.
Kimono of the day. A striking Omeshi silk komon in red, white, and black.