This Teams could’ve been a Zoom.

Whoever packed this toy in Jinx’s adoption goody bag… y’all done good! Jinx thanks you mightily. #jinx #jinxthelynx #cats #kittens #northdakota

“Do I count as a perpendicular pussycat?” — Gnomer Pyle #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

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Jinx the Piscator #jinx #jinxthelynx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Lucy in the Chair with Blankets #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

A reminder.

Two other awesome little guys joined my household this month, courtesy of my crafty friend Brenda. #pottery #ceramics #clay #art #northdakota

Some recent gets of vintage children’s books — The Churkendoose (1946), Alexander and the Magic Mouse (1969), Pinky the Unhappy Crane (1960/1966), and Porter the Pouting Pigeon (1969/1967), the 1st book an unexpected find in an unexpected box of memories and postcards from a friend. #books #reading

Jinxercise™ #jinx #jinxthelynx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Dexy (shown) and Whisper have been doing their part in Jinx’s socialization/introduction progress with the hallowed under-the-door paw probe process. Cricket has taken on more of an observational role on the hallway side of the door. #jinx #jinxthelynx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Just my size. #coffeepot #antiques #vintage #enamelware #northdakota

May his pants be filled with Madagascar hissing cockroaches and African cave spiders.

This creepy doll I saw either has an Anne Ramsey or Selma Diamond voice. #dolls #creepydolls #vintage #antique

Jinx, are you wearing pants? #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Consarn it.

Jinx is being shy tonight and keeping his distance, but purring after his wet food. However, earlier today, Jinx had a bit of a socializing breakthrough. Note the shaved belly where the vet was getting him ready to be spayed a couple weeks ago. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #caturday

Papa claims to be a domestic short hair (DSH) mackerel tabby but we know better because he lacks the signature “M” mark on his forehead. He is obviously a calico. cdhs.net

Hey, you should play Lady Gaga’s “The Edge of Glory” followed by “Volcano Man” from the Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga soundtrack.

“May I remind you, sir, that you have in your possession several editions of Larousse Gastronomique?” — Reynard

Jinx Parkour #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota #caturday

Reynard: I regret to inform you that the color of your food does not exist in reality. Sir, you have been in a coma for three months now and your family misses you terribly. Please wake up.

We asked George Armstrong if he had four legs or if he had two arms and two legs and he’s been frozen like this for two hours. #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

Jinx and I sharing an inside joke. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Thursday Night Jinx #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Jinx v Toy (Wednesday Pt. 1)) #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Reynard: I know you dearly miss Keebler’s Toffee Sandies, sir, but at least you got these (cough) Oatmeal Raisin Sandies at closeout price. And if you dunk them in your coffee like you used to with Toffee Sandies, then you get the added benefit of it looking like dead flies floating in your coffee!

“More blankets, please.” — Popoki #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

I believe in kindness. I believe in fairness. I believe in God. I believe in science. I believe in truth over lies. I believe in celebrating our differences. I believe in liberty and justice for all. And cats. I believe in cats.

Jinx v Toy (Tuesday) #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Now I could just be jumping to conclusions here, but I think I figured out where one of Jinx’s hiding places is. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

What is Brock’s favorite type of music? 1. Goth 2. Brock and Roll 3. K-Pop 4. Brockabilly 5. Gregorian Chants 6. Champagne 7. Norwegian Forest Cat Metal 8. Other #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

This morning’s weather is brought to you by Wite-Out — the correction fluid that can correct your writing errors, but not your decision to live in North Dakota.

Reynard: ‘Bite size’ seems poorly defined. It’s usually used for something you don’t have to bite — just pop it in your gaping maw and start chewing. Now a taco or burrito, those are truly ‘bite size’.

Jinx’s 4th Night Home — I still get the wildcat hiss when I approach him, but his mood changes a few seconds later. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Jinx is still in his hidey place tonight, so here he is from Sunday night. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

All right, which one of you called Melba a boneless chicken? #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

In other news, Jinx the Lynx has begun to figure out the trackball toy. Good job, Jinx! Note: The carpet hairball/blarf spots are pre-Jinx. He’s innocent! I’ll deep-clean in the spring. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats #northdakota

Jinx’s Third Evening: I went into Jinx’s room a few times during the day and hung out even though he stayed hidden. I went in again a bit before 7pm and must’ve caught him eating because he was hiding behind a 3-ring binder nearby.

A Siren Worth Admirin’ #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

Succinct.

You promised me the world and bought me an everything bagel.

Bagel baker: We don’t cut the bagel all the way through so that it stays fresher and keeps together for packaging. Hamburger bun baker: LOL

North Dakota — Sure, it can get cold, but it can also get windy. #northdakota #winter #january #groceryrun #clouds

Jinx hid from me all day, and when I went in the room for the last time, it was dark - the light bulb had burned out. So this human had to find the blackout light and make lots of noise to get a fresh bulb in place.

Whisper’s Shift

Please be advised that Windy bears no responsibility for the recent regional weather. Please also be advised that Windy is not a bear; she is a beautiful cat available for adoption. #cats #pets #sheltercats #adoptdontshop cdhs.net

It was a lovely North Dakota afternoon for grocery shopping with no waiting.

Jinx is hiding this morning — I’m pretty sure he’s under one of the room’s bureaus. But when I said good night to him last night, he was curled up with some good books. #jinxthelynx #jinx #kittens #cats

Reynard: Did you not say we were having falafels?