I was walking around taking garden photos, when I stumbled upon feral kitty, Winston, on our sidewalk stairs. I rarely find him in the front yard, so this was unusual. He's very cautious and careful and doesn't really spend much time in the front of our house. The back of our house faces a small wooded area that is narrow, but long. That appears to be his, and all the cats, favorite traveling route. The area behind our house is halfway cleaned out with paths to our compost bin and weed pile, but behind some houses, it is still quite wooded.
He's gotten even more comfortable around me, which you would hope, since this winter will be the third winter that I've been doing my best to take care of him. I think his hearing problem makes it much more difficult. I baby talk him, but it doesn't work it's magic, if they can't hear. But now when I bring out his food, he only steps a few steps away from the food dish. I was even so bold as to tap his paw with my finger ever so gently. He pulled it away, but didn't seem too upset.
For his artsy photo, I went a bit different and used the Woodcutting preset in Topaz Labs, I thought that it might be interesting with all the texture in the photo.
ุฎุฏู ุงุช ุดุจฺฉู says
Lovely boy and photos ...
ุฑุงูุจูุฏ says
It's me, Leo! takin' over the bloggy today!
Mommy has a busy day ahead of her and said she didnt have time to blog but let me post some old pictures! So here's my tummy and my fangs!
Michelle says
He is a beautiful cat! Love that coloring. I think this artsy photo is my most favorite yet. Great job!
Kathe W. says
oh my he's a handsome cat! Our Lucy came to us quite feral-
BUT now she's a cool cat inside and only goes outside on a leash!
A big difference from 5 years ago!
ATCAD - Socks, Scylla,Chimera,Yin,Yang, Fenris & Tuiren says
Love the artsy photo all the different textures make it very interesting. Winston is a handsome lad, we hopes he will get even more comfortable around you.
stevebethere says
Lovely shots and what a nice looking cat heheh!
Have a kittytastic weekend ๐
Comedy Plus says
He's a handsome cat. You also take awesome photographs too.
Have a purrfect Feline Frriday. ๐
messymimi says
A handsome cat, he has good taste in hang-out spots!
jansfunnyfarm says
What a big, handsome guy. And we love his artsy picture.
Melissa's Eclectic Bookshelf says
He is so gorgeous! Glad that he is becoming more accustomed to you.
Chirpy Cats says
What a sweet cat Winston is, so handsome
Robin says
Winston is a real cutie! I'm glad that you were able to get so close to him. ๐ He is very well groomed for being a feral.
RascalandRocco says
What a beautiful kitty! I like the artsy photo of him as well.
Cheryl says
i am always so fascinated by how clean and pretty he is. i hope soon, he is your best friend.
Little Binky and Granny says
What a handsome mancat. and some purrfect pictures too and the artwork is amazing. We love it! Pawkisses for a wonderful day ๐ <3
Athena says
Lovely boy and photos! The woodcut looks pawsome!
Purrs xx
Athena and Marie
ERin the Cat (Princess) says
I do love Winston's looks, he is quite a guy and quite photogenic. I am so glad you are making progress with him, and I hope this winter brings you closer still.
Flynn says
Winston is handsome. I hope he continues to get more used to you. The arty photo is a great effect.
The Island Cats says
Winston is very handsome. Those are great pictures of him.
Caren Gittleman says
He is exquisitely handsome are you sure he is a feral? He looks in awfully good shape!
Tina says
He certainly is a handsome cat. Do you have. A covered area he may be enticed to sleep in? I read one time there are stones (or a material of some sort) you can heat and place under a blanket in let bed. That would keep him warm at least. You are a good person to take care of this guy.
Ellen Pilch says
Winston is a handsome guy.
mommakatandherbearcat says
He's a gorgeous, floofy boy! It has to feel good that he's more comfortable around you ๐
Ann says
He's a sweet wee lad.
Bridget says
He is a handsome boy!
The last photo resembles a woodcut. Very nice.