Well, we've already lost power (before Sandy has even really struck), but I've got a small window while Taylor cleans the kitchen to the hum of the generator. Fingers crossed that it isn't out for a week again like last year after Hurricane Irene...
Today I'll keep it light and easy, I hope my pals can bring a smile to your face too
10 reasons why ferrets make me smile prepare yourself for an onslaught of cuteness
Irma
Roux
They love to snuggle. You won’t often find one of our buddies curled up sleeping alone. They lay in giant, tangled heaps ~ the more, the merrier. The same rules apply to your lap. If one is konked, snoozing happily and another walks by and spots them? Well, all of a sudden they discover that they’re just a wee bit drowsy too, and curl up around their best mate, slipping into dreamland with ease.
Irma
Roux
They are unbelievably soft and plush. Cricket's winter coat has recently grown in and he is so irresistibly soft I can't quite resist burying my face in it every chance I get. Thankfully he tolerates me because a quick ferret fix is guaranteed to bring a smile to my face, no matter what craziness is going on around me at the moment.
Floyd & Irma
Irma
They love to be chased. When given the freedom to run, they do. With glee. Never with the intention of ‘escaping’, but more as an invitation. Catch me if you can. Their little feet pittering and scrambling across the floor is enough to make me laugh every time.
Cricket, Irma & Floyd
Roux
They love to chase ~ each other, balls, toys, us. Sometimes we’ll manage to get all five of them riled up at the same time. Five fuzzy little ferrets running, jumping, wrestling, rolling, leaping… it is enough to make even the sourest among us smile. It’s especially fun to gather up all of the balls and throw them rapid fire across the room. It's a madhouse, really it is. And so much fun.
Irma
Cricket
They like to snorkel. Especially Roux. She goes ‘swimming’ in her water bowl daily, not happy until she is nice and thoroughly soaked. She adores to be plopped in a tub with an inch or two of warm water. Blowing bubbles from her nose and having a grand old time. Irma particularly loves her showers with Jordan.
Irma
Floyd
They like to steal and horde. Especially items they have no hope of hiding. Like slippers, twice as big as they are. Their toys are most often found piled in one corner, a stash of goodies.
Floyd
Irma
They are mischievous. Our ferrets have their own room. Once upon a time it was my studio until I decided my furry friends would benefit from it more. It is thoroughly ferret-proofed because their curiosity knows no bounds. They have a particular affinity for potted plants and if given the chance will attempt to dig to China.
Floyd
Irma
They each have a distinct and unique personality. Each one is so different from the next. Roux is the sweetest of the bunch, gentle and affectionate. Floyd is a slow, methodical boy who spends more time sleeping than anything else; he is always snuggled up in a lap, any one will do. Cricket is feisty and somewhat naughty. Irma is a spitfire, Jordan’s spoiled princess who loves to be the center of human attention. Felix is a playful bugger who loves to scamper and rough-house.
Cricket
Floyd
They are affectionate. Oh so affectionate. Roux will often be overcome with a love she can’t express and so set about licking and cleaning your nose... or your cheeks...or your chin... or your hand for a solid five minutes. All five of them love to curl up on your lap and would sleep there quite happily for hours if they were allowed that privilege. Anytime you need a boost, or a reminder that you are indeed loved, a warm and snuggly ferret is the perfect remedy.
Interested in seeing some ferrets in action? The following video makes me laugh every time I watch it. Roux is busy at her favorite game while Cricket shows off his leaping skills. And yes, that is Jordan snapping at Riley Mae in the background... sorry. :P
{The following creatively inspired and crazy adorable ferret photo shoots were snapped by Jordan}
To all of you weathering Sandy, stay safe, stay warm and stay dry...
