Snow in Ruse: 2026

Snow in Ruse: 2026 (Photo Blog)

After being quite jealous of the Netherlands receiving a tremendous amount of snow for several days straight, finally, some snow fell in Ruse, Bulgaria as well! Although not as much as in the Netherlands, I am happy with even a little amount. I love snow more than anything else - it's…
Easy Entertainment: Makeshift Cat Cave

Easy Entertainment: Makeshift Cat Cave

Sometimes, you really don't need to buy a new toy to entertain your indoor cats, you just need to change some things around! When I move stuff around, I always catch the interest of my cats, especially Ricky. This time, I made a super quick cat cave! Or cat tent. A…
Cat Toy Review: Automatic String Lifting Toy

Cat Toy Review: Automatic String Lifting Toy

If you have indoor cats, you know how important it is to keep them active and entertained. Without access to the outdoors, whether in a backyard or a patio, cats can easily get bored or restless. Such is the story of my two cats, who used to have a nice backyard…
Backyard Cats YouTube Channel Screenshot

Finally! A Milestone Update After Almost Two Years…

Five years ago, I started my YouTube channel for my cat Tommy, then called 'Wholesome Tommy'. It was just a fun project on the side and I enjoyed experimenting with and learning how to edit videos. Tommy isn't really an active cat though, so the channel would likely never grow much.…
Can You Spot the Kitty?

Can You Spot the Kitty?

While going for a walk a few days ago, I found this interesting - err - area with, well, trash. o.O I was here just a few months ago and there was actually a house and a garden. Not sure what happened and why, but there was a kitty enjoying the…
My Cats Want in and Out the Door Repeatedly

My Cats Want in and Out the Door Repeatedly!

We all know that cats don't like closed doors. My cats are no different. I like to keep all doors open where possible, but when it's cold - or too hot - I will turn on the inverter to regulate the temperature. And to not waste money trying to heat up…
Cheap Way to Entertain Indoor Cats

Cheap Way to Entertain Indoor Cats: Cardboard Box + Crumpled Papers

Today I want to share with you a cheap way to entertain indoor cats. Although I bought plenty of toys for my cats, it doesn't hurt to give them even more entertainment! Especially Ricky, who has gotten into the habit of waking me up every night. Multiples times, even. Since moving…
Cat Wakes Me Up At Night

How to Deal with a Cat that Wakes You Up at Night

Since moving out of my childhood home, Tommy and Ricky no longer have a garden to relax and play in. I think it is clear that both my cats miss the garden, but it seems to be Ricky who has become especially bored since her indoor life in an apartment in…
Event: Cat Shelters Donated

Event: 3 Shelters for Street Cats Donated Thanks to Your Support!

My event to help me help street cats was extended, but now the month of February, too, has come to an end. What are the results? Well... I did not quite the amount of people commenting. BUT. When I checked my Members page, I saw just how many people actually became…
Tommy and Ricky Forgotten Photos

Tommy and Ricky – Forgotten Photos

I'd like to share with you all some funny and cute pictures of Tommy and Ricky that I've forgotten to share earlier. ^_^ Some of them are from a little longer ago - but they're quite funny photos so I want to upload them as a memory anyway! Above is Ricky…