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Tom Tom_B&W
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Here is a B&W of my feline buddy Tom Tom. Even in this cold weather Mr. Tom seems to be doing fine, but I have three options on the screened in porch for him. I have the door slightly propped open so he can come, and go.

He still likes to lay on this swing even with the cold temps. but I also have a cat bed that is just on the other side of him, he likes to get in there and curl up and nestle down. :) I also took two lawn chairs and set them up over several layers of blankets including an army blanket. Then I took some blankets and draped them over the chairs so no sides are open. I also made sure the opening to his cat house was not facing out towards the front of porch.

I actually think he seems to like the colder weather over the very hot from what i have seen.

Last year during a very hot spell, I had not seen him for awhile, and was concerned. I started walking around the neighborhood, and found him laying under some plants in a neighbors yard, and it looked so weird he was so lethargic looking, he was probably getting dehydrated.

The end of this story is I picked him up, and carried him back here to the house, and he just looked at me with those beautiful eyes of his.

He is very wary of men, so there must be something from his past. This cat is really one cool cat.. :)

I will use this one for the B&W challenge that will be starting back up soon. Thanks for your comments.

tigs =^..^=

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::Ramad
01/06/15 2:09 PM GMT
He doesn't like men! Good thing he cannot see me :) Since you have gone to such an extent to make him comfortable you must have a separate air conditioner specially for Tom Tom in summer - a sort of cat conditioner. I know how much you love your pets Sandi. Nice shot of Tom doing what he does best.
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::mirto56
01/06/15 2:15 PM GMT
Viewed this in full and it's a great photo of Tom Tom. You certainly provide him with lots of love and attention. I guess he didn't have his "navigator" turned on during the heat wave.
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.susanlynn
01/06/15 4:25 PM GMT
Very nice portrait of Tom Tom Sandi.
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.gizmo1
01/06/15 4:36 PM GMT
That is one pampered looking cat and looks well at home and love how you did a close up,of him .He looks great in B&W tom fits in great with the backdrop of this photo as well.I have a cat it female called tibles and she love any one that will feed her .
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.picardroe
01/06/15 4:37 PM GMT
A nice cat. Good b/w for challenge.
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.GIGIBL
01/06/15 4:47 PM GMT
Excellent shot of the cat well captured.
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.gonedigital
01/06/15 5:10 PM GMT
Hello Tom Tom it's a shame you don't like men cause I'd like to stroke you. It's good your home now and keeping Tigz company, but watch out for the b/w challenge I might have a contender for you!

A fine feline portrait indeed Tigz but prepare for battle.
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::jerseygurl
01/06/15 5:24 PM GMT
Tom Tom is one cool cat!!! You captured him beautifully - just purrfect. Love the B&W!!!
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::corngrowth
01/06/15 5:51 PM GMT
Sandi, I've enjoyed reading your narrative meanwhile viewing the 'portrait' of Tom Tom. It caused a smile on my face. Think you won't be amazed of that as I like 'rascals' (LOL!!!!) like your buddy.

A very good post, and a very good entry for the challenge.
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::0930_23
01/06/15 6:01 PM GMT
Sounds like you got a friend in Tom, Tom Tigz.
He is lucky to have you around because you speak fluent feline.

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::Jimbobedsel
01/06/15 6:47 PM GMT
Tom looks like Fluffy...a cat from my childhood days. You shot is perfect...and perfect for the black and white challenge. Well done, Sandi.
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::garrettparkinson
01/06/15 6:54 PM GMT
Cute kitty. Nice Bld and White.
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::trixxie17
01/06/15 7:57 PM GMT
Excellent tones in the B&W Sandi and a sweet portrait of ol' Tom - all pets would be lucky to come back in their next life as living with you.
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.Starglow
01/07/15 12:21 AM GMT
He's one handsome fellow, nice in black and white.
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::SEFA
01/07/15 12:58 AM GMT
He is Beautiful and looks a lot like my cat Handsome. The photo is very well taken with very good tones and light.
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.icedancer
01/07/15 1:47 AM GMT
Fabulous B/W and he's absolutely a handsome fellow and has beautiful fur. Love and and right into my favs.
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.koca
01/07/15 9:17 AM GMT
Nice portrait and close up, Sandi.
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.mesmerized
01/07/15 6:16 PM GMT
Aww, what a handsome fellow and great story...as a cat lover myself I am so glad to know he has a friend in you and in his own way I'm sure he appreciates all the kindness you have shown him...a wonderful b/w image, subtle in tones to compliment his soft coat.
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.stylo
01/07/15 8:19 PM GMT
i seen this one before somewheres..hummm lol! i better have got a chuckle out this comment!
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::bfrank
01/07/15 11:53 PM GMT
Good shot of Tom Tom Sandi. You are really pampering him. He has really got a friend in you. Nice in B&W.
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::LynEve
01/08/15 11:07 AM GMT
Thanks for this lovely B&W study of the beautiful TT Sandi.

On the BWC list for next week - a fine addition :)
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::luckyshot
01/11/15 7:14 PM GMT
Sandi - Cats lie down where they please. Our cat chooses different spots at varied times of the year. This b/w capture is expressive of the cat's curiosity. Thad
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.Heroictitof
01/19/15 8:34 AM GMT
Excellent b&w photo my dear friend !!
The composition is perfect Sandi !!
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.Eubeen
01/20/15 12:08 AM GMT
Refresh my memory; aren't all cats lethargic and prone to laying around for no discernible reason. A great b/w shot of Tom. Nice details and textures in the photo.
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