32 thoughts on “Window Shopping

  1. Blue Footed Booby July 18, 2017 / 12:14 pm

    Goldens (and labs) have the most unbelievably beneficent expressions. I feel like aliens from outside the solar system could land on this earth and tell exactly what they were dealing with.
    Tiger: “whoah I’m gonna stay in the ship”
    Panda: “what is it for???”
    Retriever: “It’s probably safe to allow my larva to put socks on it.”

    • Gigi the cat lady July 18, 2017 / 12:21 pm

      Human : “Run away! Run away!”

  2. allein ? July 18, 2017 / 12:24 pm

    What are they? Scarves? Hats? How do you wear them?

    Whataver, I’ll take 3.

  3. Faye July 18, 2017 / 1:10 pm

    Awwww.

    I have a Golden Retriever story: 1950s, walking my perfectly groomed chocolate colored miniature poodle down the hill in my perfectly manicured suburban Connecticut neighborhood. I get surrounded by a (much richer than my family) neighbor’s pack of 5 off leash Goldens. They work as a team and form a circle around me and my dog. I turn and start walking home. They keep us trapped in the circle and walk along with us. I start to get really scared. And what does my POODLE do? Starts barking and growling to challenge the pack! Well, I swear those Goldens started laughing at him! I did not find it as funny as they did. I was small and they seemed huge! I don’t think they would have done anything but I was very glad my mother came to see why we were late!

  4. Emsthemonster July 18, 2017 / 1:40 pm

    Hm I have missed out a lot lately on Cutetropolis, I somehow cannot see Murray’s comments. Do you guys and girls know something about her? Is she alright?

      • Emsthemonster July 18, 2017 / 2:06 pm

        Oh what a relief, thank you, N Fritz!

        • fkaWaldenPond July 18, 2017 / 2:28 pm

          Hi Em, did you get a new computer? Argghh, that would have been really frustrating having all your electronics fried! I know some insurance covers that but not sure if you carry it. Good to see you back!

          • Emsthemonster July 18, 2017 / 3:08 pm

            So a short summary of June & July: I think I might have mentioned the burst pipe : in a few days I am going to have a kitchen, bathroom and running water in my home again. For a few days there was no electricity either, as the house had to be re-wired. Then I got attacked and had a minor bicycle accident. I did not get injured in either case, just emotionally shaken a bit. Then came the lightning. The insurance covers household appliances, but nothing entertainment related. Actually only the monitor and 2 tvs died, the computer needs only a new power supply. Tomorrow i am getting upgraded to version 3.9, I have had enough of 3.8, so my present from myself is going to be a Tv and a monitor so i am going to have the computer back as well. Thank you for your kindness, it feels great to be remembered.

            • Ricky's Mom July 18, 2017 / 3:25 pm

              Attacked?!?

              My gosh, didn’t you have enough problems? I am so very, very sorry this all happened to you.

              • Emsthemonster July 18, 2017 / 5:35 pm

                Well basically 2 homeless guys tried to drag me into a dilapidated building. But then police arrived and I got away with a big blue spot on my arm and the world’s dirt on my blouse where the homeless guy grabbed me. This time I was very afraid. Thank you for your sympathy, the last few months were indeed too difficult for me.

                • Amyliz July 18, 2017 / 6:28 pm

                  What a frightening experience! So glad that it ended the way it did but be gentle with/ take care of yourself when you feel emotionally stressed

                • allein ? July 18, 2017 / 6:48 pm

                  Yikes!

                • Smartypants July 18, 2017 / 6:54 pm

                  Oh my goodness! I’m so glad that you escaped and that the police were there to help. What a scary time.

                  Sending lots of supportive vibes.

                • debg July 18, 2017 / 7:42 pm

                  I’m so sorry. What a horrible summer you’ve had. My kitties are sending comforting purrs over the computer.

                • Maia July 18, 2017 / 8:01 pm

                  Wow, and with all of that going on, you thought to ask about Murray C. What a wonderful heart you have! I am sending positive healing thoughts your way. <3

                • Kar July 19, 2017 / 10:38 am

                  WTF? I am so sorry this has happened to you, but you’re all right and they’re hopefully put away.

            • Not That Mike The Other Mike July 18, 2017 / 3:32 pm

              I’m so sorry that you’ve had to endure all of this calamity, especially the attacks (!).

              On the subject of the electronics, you may wish to consider a surge protector for the expensive items.

              • Emsthemonster July 18, 2017 / 5:40 pm

                Thank you, Mike! I am checking tomorrow what device the computer shop is offering.

            • Gigi the cat lady July 18, 2017 / 5:08 pm

              OMG! I’m so sorry all that happened to you!

            • Emmberrann July 18, 2017 / 6:40 pm

              How awful! You have my every sympathy for this spate of simply horribles. I applaud your hanging in, when I know I would be checking out! Every good wish for a speedy return to normalcy (whatever that may be).

            • D B July 18, 2017 / 6:47 pm

              So sorry for all this awfulness happening to you! Pls take care, and by all means treat yourself!

            • Faye July 18, 2017 / 7:17 pm

              Emsthemonster, I encourage you to share your attack with a counselor if you find you are dreaming or thinking about it when working or going about your day.

              I am so sad to hear that all of these calamities happened in such a short time span, or at all.

              • SAA1451 July 18, 2017 / 8:08 pm

                Emsthemonster, I agree with Faye.

                These things sneak up on you and alter your attitude about life without your realizing it. (I had a number of things hit me at once a few years back and felt like my life was being erased)

                Someone who can help you look at things from a different perspective and teach you coping strategies can be really helpful.

                (Or at least seek out a trusted friend who can help you deal–Never doubt the power of a mental health day.)

                Take care of yourself.

            • 6rabbits July 19, 2017 / 11:14 am

              What a horrible summer! I am so glad you didn’t get hurt in the attack, but I’m sure you still feel mentally freaked out! Sending hugs and warm thoughts. Theo? Sends you a nose nudge.

              • Emsthemonster July 19, 2017 / 5:12 pm

                I don’t think words can describe what I feel now. The emotional support and the kindness I got here brought tears to my eyes. Thank you very much fellow Cutetropolitans, this was an awesome birthday present. As for professional help, these near miss accidents are a lot more traumatic to me than attacks. With my looks I am a magnet for attackers and unfortunately experience has taught me how to deal with those. But I don’t know whether next time when a dangerous situation emerges I will be able to anticipate what is coming up and react fast enough to save my ass or not. In the bicycle accident it depended on a few seconds and a few centimeters that Iam still here to tell my tale. I hope being owned by cats means I also have 9 lives 🙂 Anyway, I will cry myself a nice river and move on. Tomorrow is another day.

                • Faye July 19, 2017 / 7:16 pm

                  ?

  5. Mal July 18, 2017 / 2:09 pm

    You sure they’re not ordering lunch?

  6. Puddleglum July 18, 2017 / 2:15 pm

    “Oh! I’ve been looking for a red suede pump!”

  7. Faye July 18, 2017 / 7:19 pm

    I encourage taking a minute to click the link. Such a wonderful sequence of photos.

    • debg July 18, 2017 / 7:43 pm

      You are not kidding, Faye. I’m now a puddle and can’t drive home from work.

      • Maia July 18, 2017 / 8:36 pm

        Yes, what Faye and DebG said

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