tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post3441208592763316241..comments2024-03-29T10:38:14.223-05:00Comments on Lone Wolf Concerto: INCIDENT BEFORE DAWNJonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-79693981066621920902015-10-31T16:02:13.262-05:002015-10-31T16:02:13.262-05:00Jon,
I think eventually she will learn safety when...Jon,<br />I think eventually she will learn safety when she's out. Are there any other cats around?<br />RonRonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161930319264523497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-25265509679410511532015-10-24T17:42:33.769-05:002015-10-24T17:42:33.769-05:00Oh heck this sounds really scary! But in a way I c...Oh heck this sounds really scary! But in a way I can see why you like the place, and there's something almost romantic about the idea of you alone in the night with the wilderness outside. It seems as if this place might suit something deep in your nature - do you agree? Jenny Woolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16881781466502273314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-10210297482346609492015-10-23T10:49:05.765-05:002015-10-23T10:49:05.765-05:00No wonder you're Scratch's hero.
Coyotes...No wonder you're Scratch's hero. <br /><br />Coyotes are only cool when you're listening to them from a distance. That was way too close for comfort. Our TN friend had to shoot at one that was right behind his house recently. Scared it away, but now they won't let the dogs go outside unless they're right there with them.Susan Flett Swiderskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09425315552148200073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-11409988886037193192015-10-21T23:33:25.514-05:002015-10-21T23:33:25.514-05:00Thanks - -I am, too! It was a close call.Thanks - -I am, too! It was a close call.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-74356909355493723522015-10-21T21:31:46.716-05:002015-10-21T21:31:46.716-05:00I'm glad Scratch is okay. :)I'm glad Scratch is okay. :)Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01909623741866805635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-23076003050632605662015-10-20T00:50:13.269-05:002015-10-20T00:50:13.269-05:00I do have a gun. I'd be hesitant to shoot anyt...I do have a gun. I'd be hesitant to shoot anything, but I would if I had to.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-16661881754350835172015-10-19T20:37:14.314-05:002015-10-19T20:37:14.314-05:00thank God
I think you have a gun
just in casethank God<br /><br />I think you have a gun<br /><br />just in casesalemslot9https://www.blogger.com/profile/07661640429528005183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-79352919193584736212015-10-19T12:47:17.217-05:002015-10-19T12:47:17.217-05:00Scratch is ten years old and has never been out of...Scratch is ten years old and has never been out of the house until recently. She love the newly-found freedom, but I'm sure she doesn't realize the dangers - - especially up here in Daniel Boone country. Coyotes are everywhere at night and she wouldn't have a chance. I'm going to be VERY careful to make sure she doesn't get out after dark again.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-84484527104254060172015-10-19T12:44:17.218-05:002015-10-19T12:44:17.218-05:00There seems to be a surplus of coyotes everywhere ...There seems to be a surplus of coyotes everywhere nowadays - but I've never seen as many as there are here in the TN wilderness. I truly thought Scratch was a goner. It was such a relief to see her emerge from under the porch.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-15775040331613730682015-10-19T04:51:45.571-05:002015-10-19T04:51:45.571-05:00I initially thought they were trick-or-treaters - ...I initially thought they were trick-or-treaters - - until their eyes glowed.<br /><br />Rock-throwing is a good idea. And I occasionally considered throwing my three cats to them as sacrifices so I could save my own hide. (should a smile be inserted here?)Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-43789283044454961322015-10-19T04:47:01.751-05:002015-10-19T04:47:01.751-05:00They are often faster than a speeding bullet, more...They are often faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, able to leap tall buildings at a single bound.......or whatever.......Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-60886771538927987792015-10-19T04:43:56.467-05:002015-10-19T04:43:56.467-05:00I often venture outside after dark, but this lates...I often venture outside after dark, but this latest incident has made me reconsider my boldness.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-88227673580461116612015-10-19T04:40:02.812-05:002015-10-19T04:40:02.812-05:00I think if I had been able to see the coyotes more...I think if I had been able to see the coyotes more clearly I wouldn't have been so bold. A single coyote is more hesitant to attack, but half a dozen seem to have more courage.<br /><br />I won't give up without a fight.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-31383492916958784842015-10-19T04:36:44.528-05:002015-10-19T04:36:44.528-05:00Quick, indeed. Scratch can be asleep in another ro...Quick, indeed. Scratch can be asleep in another room, and as soon as I open the door she instantly there.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-6592382604536266682015-10-18T19:43:44.463-05:002015-10-18T19:43:44.463-05:00Oh Jon, I am so relieved! I was fearing for the w...Oh Jon, I am so relieved! I was fearing for the worst. I hope Scratch realizes the danger he (she?) is in when she darts outside. I'm sure he would be a new delicacy for those coyotes. We don't have to worry about coyotes here, only drug addicts prowling the neighborhood looking for unlocked cars to steal from to keep their habit going.<br />RonRonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161930319264523497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-64394371703872310842015-10-18T19:30:31.083-05:002015-10-18T19:30:31.083-05:00Really scary, Jon. Have to admit that my heart wa...Really scary, Jon. Have to admit that my heart was in my throat. So relieved when I read: "Scratch emerges . .. .." <br /><br />It doesn't matter if it's in the country or the city (sometimes I think the city is worst - lots of crazies out there), you're putting the cat in danger every time you let him/her out.<br /><br />You're going to have to train yourself to look every time you open that door. I applaud you for protecting your companion.paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02085842904367441128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-68314484941646293782015-10-18T17:45:32.748-05:002015-10-18T17:45:32.748-05:00They may have been local trick-or-treaters in very...They may have been local trick-or-treaters in very convincing costumes --or coyotes, who I believe started the October tradition. Either way, it's good you yelled at them and kept your cat from being mistaken as an offered treat. I'd keep a barrel of rocks on the back porch too. I once lived in a neighborhood plagued by a dog-pack that developed a healthy respect for my throwing arm. Geo.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16221314320558128986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-6513822477708465152015-10-18T15:16:26.185-05:002015-10-18T15:16:26.185-05:00yes, you need to keep the pussies inside.yes, you need to keep the pussies inside.anne marie in phillyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11765140782182605141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-42547459652318506922015-10-18T15:10:21.797-05:002015-10-18T15:10:21.797-05:00Oh no! I live in the city where there are coyotes....Oh no! I live in the city where there are coyotes. I may never go to my car at 2 am again. Maybe not after it gets dark!Practical Parsimonyhttp://www.practical-parsimony.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-20633396148821120222015-10-18T11:01:25.001-05:002015-10-18T11:01:25.001-05:00I'm seriously impressed that you chose to stan...I'm seriously impressed that you chose to stand tall and resolute ... instead of seeking refuge, and almost certainly sealing poor Scratch's fate. <br />In spite of what the Tennessee wilderness has thrown at you this last year, I suspect you're willing to give it right back, in spades! Mevely317https://www.blogger.com/profile/14786988262452989091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-80549348483158331392015-10-18T10:39:45.343-05:002015-10-18T10:39:45.343-05:00Glad Scratch made it back unscathed. Amazing how q...Glad Scratch made it back unscathed. Amazing how quick they can be when they are trying to get outside. Stay warm, Sheila Sheila Yhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16337709964658158686noreply@blogger.com