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[turps]

It was another lovely spring day yesterday. As James had a day off we headed to Beamish again and continued on our plan to visit the parts of the museum you can only reach by foot. Including yesterday, a restored farmhouse which had the most adorable sunbathing pig, and a field of hens and turkeys. Which led to the turkey situation.

James thinks he can do a great turkey impression. Now, I'm no turkey expert so can't say if it is or not, but it is enthusiastic and loud, and he was talking to the turkeys, causing a little girl who was also watching them to give him a very dubious look. She eventually went off with her dad, and we wandered off too.

Later in the day, got on one of the restored buses, and guess who gets on? The little girl and her dad. Now the buses are small and a lot of people got on, so the dad was practically sitting on my lap next to me with the girl sitting on his knee. James was sitting opposite us, and the dad went, 'oh look, it's the turkey man' Which cracked me up, as the girl still looked very dubious.

Later still, onto a different bus, and who was sitting on the seat opposite? The girl and her dad, I'm sure they must have thought we were stalking them at that point. We had a bit of a chat, and then they got off at the next stop, no doubt hoping they'd never see turkey man again *g*

Another thing that happened yesterday. There was a very loud knock at the door, James looked out the window, and it was a policeman. As it was heading toward seven I was already in my PJs, feet up in the recliner and ready for some TV while James was relaxing too. Of course that changed in an instant because I don't know about others, but seeing the police at the door always makes me think worst case scenarios.

Thankfully, it wasn't. He was there to take a statement about Rosie's window being broken. I was surprised it took so long, or that we weren't given any warning he was coming, but it does sound like they've got the investigation in hand.

To end, have a Kevin photo. This is the view I now get when I'm in the bath. There used to be nice succulents and ornaments up there.

Comments

[sweettartheart]

Naughty Kevin. He looks quite content now that he has conquered more territory.

[turps]

He loves it up there and lives his best life basking in the sunshine.

It's just a bit unnerving when he's right above me when I'm trying to relax.

[omens]

LOL a perfect cat perch. James the turkey man cracked me up 🤣🤣 sounds like a great place for a wander, though!

[turps]

Kevin loves it up there. Really, I can't believe he's the first of the cats I've had that's ever tried for that perch.

I still smile when I think of the turkey man. That poor little girl was just baffled about what was going on *g*

[jacieleigh]

I'm sure Ozzie would be up there in a heartbeat. All my cats enjoy the window above my tub, but it's a huge thing (that doesn't open). It's about 4' X 4'. I think I've posted a photo of when Ozzie ripped a hole in the curtains to poke his head through, and eventually ripped it so big, he jumped through it.

But yeah, love Kevin's expression. I'm pretty sure cats feel that whatever being is in the highest position rules the world. So yeah, the look... "Yes, puny mortal, I am now in charge. Go forth and return with my treats immediately!" It doesn't work for Ozzie either. But he still tries.

[turps]

I'm sure Ozzie would have been up there as soon as he set foot in the house!

"Yes, puny mortal, I am now in charge. Go forth and return with my treats immediately!"

Yep, that's cats alright.

[spikedluv]

Kevin looks very pleased with himself!

I lol'd at the turkey man!

[turps]

Kevin thinks he's number one cat now he has that windowsill to himself. All the cats I've had, and only Kev has gone there. Typical.

:D

[shadowhive]

That sounds like you had a nice time! (And certainly that James’ impression was… memorable😂)

That’s a natural reaction to police, especially at that time. I’m glad it wasn’t anything serious though

Awww Kevin

[turps]

I'd say memorable was the right word to describe James' impression!

Yeah, having the police at the door unexpectedly wasn't fun. Why they didn't call and say they were coming I don't know.

[kat_lair]

lol turkey man

what a glorious view. maybe some cat grass in plastic container?

[turps]

Turkey man still makes me laugh when I think about it.

You know, cat grass in a plastic container is a very good call. Especially if it's at the foot side of the window. Thanks for the suggestion.

[turlough]

Your description of the poor girl and her dad being stalked by James the Turkey Man all over Beamish made me laugh out loud! Sounds like you had a wonderful visit too.

I would totally have got worried if a policeman knocked on my door one evening! Strange they didn't check that you would be home before they sent him to visit. Hopefully the investigation will lead somewhere *keeps fingers crossed*

Hi there Kevin! What an excellent lookout place you've found.

[turps]

It was a wonderful visit, helped by the lovely spring sunshine. But that poor girl and her dad. Beamish is a huge place, so that we kept bumping into them so closely was unexpected.

I think the police should have checked first before coming out. Both to check we'd be in and also as a headsup, as it was quite the shock to see who was knocking.

Kevin loves his lookout. Me not so much.

[rikes]

How freaking big is Beamish even?? You always talk about seeing something new there. It sounds like such a cool place, I'd love to visit one day.

Oh, Kevin.

[turps]

I just went to look and apparently Beamish is 350 acres of land. And is a 4.9 mile walk if you walk around the circular path within the site. All I know is, it's big! Which is good because they keep on creating and opening new areas and buildings.

The latest is a two cottage self-catering thing where you can stay overnight. Sadly, that's out of my price range.

Kevin is adorable, but also a pain in the backside at times!