Thursday, August 20, 2026

At Home with Dot

This week we celebrated Black cat appreciation day 
So I thought what do you know about black cat 


Please support black cat in shelters...

  • Black cats aren’t rare—just overlooked.
    One reason black cats are common in shelters is that there are simply more of them. The gene for black fur is dominant in cats, and it's represented in over 20 recognized breeds.

  • Some black cats change color.
    Under bright sunlight, black cats may reveal hidden reddish or copper highlights, thanks to the underlying tabby gene. This makes every black cat visually unique.

  • Their eyes are especially striking.
    The same high melanin content that gives black cats their deep, glossy coats often results in bright orange or amber eyes, creating a dramatic contrast.

  • They might be more resilient.
    Researchers at the National Institutes of Health have found that black cats may have a genetic resistance to certain illnesses, including FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus). Their dark fur might be more than beautiful—it could be protective.


How to help : 

  • Adopt: Consider welcoming a black cat into your home. You'll be gaining a loyal companion with personality and resilience. Check your local shelter for black 🐈‍⬛ promotions.
  • Donate: Your contributions support shelter pets by funding food, medical care, and lifesaving transports.
  • Volunteer: Help your local shelter photograph, socialize, or foster black cats to increase their adoption chances.
  • Share: The more we challenge outdated myths, the more black cats find loving homes. Use your voice to advocate for these beautiful animals.

Aug 22 is take your cat to the vet day !  Schedule your appointment now...

Aug 23 International Blind dog day


Silver Creek Cat Rescue mystery...

A cantankerous former mayor.
A dead man with a secret.
A magic gift in the middle of it all.


When forty-nine-year-old Eleanor Rockwell got laid off from her soul-crushing corporate job, she headed north of Austin with her daughter, Evie, and opened Silver Circle Cat Rescue in the small town of Tablerock, Texas.

Five years later, Silver Circle is Wildebridge County's largest shelter for rescue cats, so it's no surprise when Deputy Markham brings Belladonna — former mayor Fiona Blackwell's cat — to the shelter after she's arrested for murdering her husband, Beau. But why, Eleanor wonders, did the Deputy bring a silver drink tray with the sullen cat — and why is Belladonna talking when she walks on it?

Something strange is going on in Tablerock, and Eleanor is determined to get to the bottom of it. Can she figure out who's really running this town before Belladonna's ninth life — and her own — runs out?

Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder is the first book in the Silver Circle Cat Rescue Mysteries — a purr-fectly cozy cat midlife series set in the small town of Tablerock, Texas with just a touch of magic.


Book Review : 

When the Silver Circle is asked to take a cat whose owner is being held for murder by the police things get complicated. The murder suspect sent over a crystal tray with the cat. They discover a hidden compartment containing articles stating that the tray enables cats to talk. Trying to figure out what is going on involves them in the murder investigation. Fun, easy read.



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lGrowing herbs : for pest control

 It's Thursday 

And Today I am sharing some garden tips  for combating pest naturally. One way is with choosing the correct plants to buy. Some of my favorite Herbs can help naturally with pests . Thats why I keep pots  of them outside my door way. 





7 Best Plants For Pest Control

  1. Basil. Basil is a great solution for repelling mosquitoes and flies. …
  2. Lavender. Lavender has been used for centuries to add a sweet smell to homes and clothes drawers. …
  3. Citronella. …
  4. Rosemary & Other Herbs. …
  5. Chrysanthemum. …
  6. Petunias. …
  7. Marigolds

Control Garden Pests with Good Bugs

Ladybugs and their larvae feed on aphids and other soft-bodied pests. Rejoice if you see these red-orange, spotted beetles in your garden.

Spiders may not be what you love to see on your Tower Garden, but they’re valuable allies, eating all kinds of pests. Plus, those that typically inhabit gardens aren’t poisonous.
Tachinid flies, which basically look like houseflies, are natural enemies of caterpillars, beetles and shield bugs.

Kill Garden Pests with Natural, Organic Sprays

Botanical sprays can actually harm good bugs. So consider these as a last resort. If you do use the following sprays, always be sure to:

  • Apply them in the late evening, once the sun is low in the sky. Otherwise, your plants could get cooked. (I made this mistake once. Not pretty.)
  • Spray plants liberally, taking care to wet the undersides of leaves. For these sprays to be effective, they must come into direct contact with pests.

DIY Organic Garden Spray:

  • Chop, grind or liquefy 1 garlic bulb and 1 small onion.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of powdered cayenne pepper, 1 quart of water, and mix.
  • Steep 1 hour, then strain through cheesecloth, and add 1 tablespoon of liquid dish soap (such as pure castile liquid soap — not dishwashing detergent) to the strained liquid; mix well.

To avoid skin and eye irritation, wear rubber gloves and keep the mixture away from your eyes and nose when preparing and applying it. Refrigerate any remaining spray for up to 1 week in a covered container.

Dafadil day

It National Dafadil day

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Vegetables are cool

I'm sharing a vegetable recipe book I made 

The cover is a vegetable print from Temu . I decopodged onto a chipboard cover I bought on clearance at hobby lobby. The pages are natural colorpages I decorated with recipes and food related items. 


This makes a great addition to a basket of vegetables from your garden or a recipe from the book. Lisa


Envelopes journal

Wednesday project : 

A mixed media made from envelopes.

I used 5 envelopes that I glued together by interlocking the flaps. A simple way to use up those extra envelopes.



Mine is a simple design but here's another one to try

August papercrafts

Today card fun

Welcome Home is the message in this cards 


Thes cards make up fast using a card kit from Peachy Cheap. 
I love the warm fall colors and cozy feelings.




At Home with Dot

This week we celebrated Black cat appreciation day  So I thought what do you know about black cat  Pleas...