Hi Peeps! And to all my USA fans, from my family to yours:
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
Here’s how Mom decorated our house for Independence Day……
- Past the flag colored windsock in the oak tree towards the front porch!
On the front porch is that shiny, flappy, noisy flag banner thing she gets out for all “patriotic occasions” around here! After she took this shot she added a big red/white/blue bow to the porch post…..
I’m already wondering if it will be noisy with fireworks around here tonight or quiet because everyone has gone to the BIG fireworks in Washington, DC. I promise I won’t complain either way though because I’m a PATRIOTIC KITTY!
Now onward to the OTHER part of this blog post which is the Tuesday Teaser Tell All!
Here’s the photo again:
I’m happy to say some of you recognized this to be BUDAPEST, HUNGARY! YAY!
My parents were at the last stop on their cruise of the Danube River which started in Prague and ended in Budapest. This shot was taken from the top deck of the ship as they arrived in Budapest EARLY one morning. Once the ship docked they had breakfast on board then they went ashore and walked through the shopping district BUT it was too early for the shops to be open! Soon there were shopkeepers putting displays out, setting up tables and chairs in the cafes, and the place got crowded with people. My parents bought some Christmas decorations, Mom got a beautiful scarf for herself, and they got two small framed paintings of Budapest (which are on the vacation photo wall which I’ll show you one day in another blog!). The next morning the tour company took everybody to the airport in Budapest where EVENTUALLY they departed for Prague, then London, then home to ME! But not before they had some excitement in the airport in Budapest – – – there was a bomb scare! EEEK! Needless to say, someone had just left a suitcase behind accidentally in the security area but talk about confusion (plus nobody spoke English!)……
But enough of that story – wanna know who guessed right?
You guys get:
A BIG SAMMY HUG
Concatulations to everyone who guessed right……it was NOT an easy guess either as there weren’t a lot of hints. BRAVO – I bet you’re already looking forward to next Tuesday – right??
Happy Independence Day USA’ers and Happy Wednesday to ALL!
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
TWO Spoiled Cats 
It was fun Sam! It was fun in comments too. I don’t mind that I NEVER get it right it is just fun to play and STILL get your HUG! Happy 4th to you and your Mom and Dad! Hope your Mom got you some special stars and stripes tissue… 😀
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Oh Miss Pix! NO I DIDN’T GET ANY SPECIAL TISSUE but you’d better believe I’m going to have a word with Mom right now about that! I know she has some tissue stashed in her studio closet – it won’t be patriotic but it will be crunchier than the stuff I have now. Thanks for reminding me. You’re a real pal!
Happy 4th to you too!!
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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The Kimmell house looks very nice, as it does on every special holiday.
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Thanks Uncle Jerry…..we like to “do our bit” to decorate the community!
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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OOPS!! I can’t believe I missed your Tues. Teaser yesterday. It really didn’t matter since I didn’t have a clue where it was!!
But concats to those who guessed right.
And HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY celebrations to all our American friends and happy wednesday to all others!!
Hugs,
June
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Hi Miss June! Happy 4th of July! Hope you have a super nice day – holidays are always fun aren’t they…….I just hope there aren’t any noisy fireworks around here – you know how I feel about NOISE! 😀
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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What lucky parents you have – I would love to go on a cruise again – they are such fun. What did your slaves do with you whilst they went gallivanting (I really don’t think you should allow them to do that!)?
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My parents LOVE river cruises – they’ve done several with Avalon Waterways in Europe. When they go on a vacation, I get to stay at “Paws A While Pet Hotel” which is only about ten minutes from my house! Some Catholic nuns run the place and they LUV ME and take very good care of me. They spoil me almost as much as my parents so it’s not too bad……I still miss my humans but I know they will come get me when they can. I’m not crazy about them leaving me behind but I figure EVERYBODY needs a break sometimes – even them! 😀 😀 😀
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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We was sooo busy, weee’s fought it was tuuesday today! Weee’s wouldn’t of got dat. Make it easy for me, like the queens crib. dat figure in America where she’s holdin somink 🙂 I’m only a pup and haven’t travelled yet. 🙂
Happy 4th of July to yoooo.
Big Huggies Mollie xx
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Hi Mollie! You missed the Teaser this week huh? Well there’s always NEXT week. This one was a toughie I agree but one of these weeks you’ll look at a photo and say “AHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!” and know just where it is. Of course since you haven’t had a chance to see the world yet, it might be tough, but I bet your human will help you figure it out! Thanks for the Independence Day wishes – we’re going to try and stay cool and enjoy it…..heading for the 100+ temperature but a chance of a shower later which might cool things down a bit.
Big Huggies back atcha!
Sammy
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At least I was on the right continent this time! Hope you enjoy the day today, in spite of those noisy things hanging on the porch!
Hugs, Linda
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Hi Miss Linda! Happy July 4th to you and your family – we’re going to try and stay cool and not eat too much – always a challenge!
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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Your house looks so bright and cheerful with its kitty and its patriotic decorations. happy 4th of july!
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Thank you Little Miao! We thought the Sprocket Boy looked VERY patriotic in his red beret today too….we’re going to enjoy the day and try and stay cool – headed for 100+ again!
Kitty Hugs, Sam and his Mom
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Of course it is your national holiday today. Have a great time. 🙂
Chuffed that my sleuthing led me to the right destination.
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Thanks Isobel – we’re ready for a day of BBQ excess and sunshine. Sadly the temp is headed for 100+ yet again but we’ll stay cool – cold beer helps of course. Good for you on the Teaser….that wasn’t an easy one for sure!
Pam (and Sam)
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I’m gonna miss some gold old BBQ.
At least we won and got some hugs, enjoy the day and don’t over eat lol
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Ahhhh yes…..the great American tradition of BBQ is alive and well that’s for sure! Concatulations on guessing correctly on the Teaser this week!
Kitty hugs, Sammy
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I think your house looks great! HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!!! purrs
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Thanks Nerissa! It’s 100 degrees out but I’m staying cool on the shady front porch or inside in the A/C. I’m all for celebrating the 4th QUIETLY too – no fireworks I hope!
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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Sammy I will NEVER get one of your teasers correct!!
Your house looks sooooooo festive and pretty! I’,m comin’ over!
Happy 4th!
Love, Cody and Mom
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Oh now you guys shouldn’t say NEVER (NEVER SAY NEVER!)….because one of these days you WILL see one of my teasers and know for sure where it is. But, in the meantime, you know all you have to do to get that big Sammy hug is ask for it – – – – I’m “EASY” !!! 😀
Kitty hugs and Happy 4th!
Sammy
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Happy Fourth!
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😀 😀 Thanks Sparkle! Same to you! 😀 😀
Patriotic Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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Hey, Sammy, Good AFTERNOON!! Yes….my parents were away until just a little while ago. I guess I’m going to have to get accustomed to going to the beach house with them if I want to see them on the weekends!
I love, love, love that photo of you with the red, white & blue banner in the background. It’s obvious that you’re a patriotic kitty!
Hope the fireworks aren’t too loud tonight! If so, at least you have a little hidey spot.
Love, Sundae
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Hi Sundae…..so far it’s been pretty quiet around here….but the night is young! I hope it’s quiet in your neighborhood too…..I’m sure you’re glad to have your parents back home “just in case” !!
Love, Sammy
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What a nice house you have, uncle Sammy! Little Satchie want to go pway with you…
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Hi Satchie! You can come visit me any time you want to…..but from what I’ve seen, you have a VERY nice home too with people who love you to pieces (and a big brother who eventually will!!). We’d have lots of fun though – we could play hide and seek and I’d let you pick anything you want from my wagon full of toys!
Kitty Hugs, Uncle Sammy
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aaaaaw Satchie loves uncle Sammy!
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hey Mom??…ya wanna go there??…yes Savvy, I do, I do…Ok Mom…runs to Dad…Dad, can I have your plastic card thingy????
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HAHAHA! Well, I’m sure you’d like it here Savannah – but you should wait until it’s nicer – like in the Fall with all the pretty leaves and cool temperatures and a fire in the fireplace instead of it being HOT, HUMID, and 104 degrees! 😀 😀 😀
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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Hi Sammy,
Me never would has thoughts Budapest! Can me has a Sammy hug anyway?
Me hid UTB Sunday when they letted off fireworks here in Midway and tonight me will be back there again as our US neighbors (we lives 100 yards North of the border) has theirs!
Me hopes yous has a Happy Day!
Kisses
Nellie
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Hi Beautiful Nellie! You really have it tough being so close to fireworks on BOTH sides of the border don’t you?!?! Well, thank heavens you have a quiet spot you can hide in – like me and my basement. We didn’t have a lot of noise around here last night thankfully…..it rained a bit and I think that kept some of the neighbors from doing firework NOISINESS!
As for a Sammy hug – you should know by now that you may have a Sammy hug ANY TIME you want one!!!!
BIG SAMMY HUG FOR NELLIE BELLIE
Love and kisses, Sam
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Whoa! Love the decorations! Well, wasn’t right this time, but one day I’ll get it! woo woo woo!
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Hi Rumpy – you sure will (get the Teaser right I mean)…..hope you and Jen had a very QUIET 4th of July – we lucked out too – it rained just in time to keep the fireworks in the neighborhood from happening. YAY!
Kitty Hugs, Sammy
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Just popped over from Mollie and Alfie’s blog to say hello and give you a big hug and doggie kiss 🙂
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Hi Misaki! Thanks for coming to visit – it’s nice to meet you and I’m always up for hugs and kisses. Aren’t we all? Who turns down a chance for a nice sloppy smackerooooo or a big old hug? NOT ME!
Right back atcha – HUGS AND KISSES
Sammy
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Congratulation to the winners. I didn’t win, but I’ve been promised a Sammy hug by Mollie and Alfie.
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Hi Clowie! Well you most definitely can have a SAMMY HUG – especially since you’ve been referred by Mollie and Alfie!! You can tune in next Tuesday to see if MAYBE you might know where the photo was taken on the Teaser….BUT even if you don’t stop by any old time for a hug. I’m easy. 😀 😀 😀
KITTY HUG FOR CLOWIE
Sammy
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Thank you, Sammy!
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Any time Clowie! 😀
Sam
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Awwww… my human made me miss this wonderful post! What a wonderful house! Love the banner =^.^=
Thanks for the hug!
Many purrs and sorry for being so late
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Well Tex your human has been VERY busy – so cut her some slack….at least you eventually DID see it! I just wanted people to know that we are patriotic in this house……glad you like the banner – I have a love/hate relationship with it. I love it because it’s the flag, but I hate it because it makes a weird noise in the wind. 😀
Kitty hugs, Sammy
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