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You are here: Home / Diary / A Brief Outing

A Brief Outing

January 8, 2020 By: Summer Samba49 Comments

somali cat on a brief outing on her leash

It was really cold here (at least for southern California) for weeks! So I didn’t get to go outside for a long while. It finally warmed up, so my human took me out front on a brief outing. Why the front and why so brief? Because yesterday she saw a bobcat on the back patio! She has seen them on our security cam a couple times but never on the patio during the day. She had no idea they were so big! But the weather warmed up a bit and she knew I wanted to go out. So she took me out front for a few minutes. It was still cool enough for me to wear my gray velvet coat, but not that chilly.

somali cat on concrete table

One of the first things I usually do in the front is jump on the concrete table. My human has been referring to it as the “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood table” because there’s one just like it in the movie. It’s in front of the Tate house and the guy playing Roman Polanski sits at it. The only star that ever sits at this one is me.

somali cat walking on lawn

I also got to walk on the lawn for a little while.

somali cat on lawn

Because we are open to the street, occasionally a car or truck passes by. My human likes that because it helps train me not to be startled by traffic noise. But usually our street is pretty quiet. In case you are wondering, yes, our street is on a hill slope.

somali cat in gray jacket on brick walkway

I like to sniff the air, and all the fresh things outside. One thing I didn’t get to sniff was something some critter left behind. It wasn’t a dog — my human recognizes what dog poop looks like. It actually looked like a cat left it… a big cat! So my human figures the bobcat may have been out front at some point too. Ew.

somali cat at front door, waiting to go back in.

By then it was time to go back in anyhow. It was almost dinner time… and my human didn’t tell me, but I got a bath before dinner! I have a very busy week coming up and I need to look my best.

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Comments

  1. Christine Carroll says

    May 22, 2020 at 10:11 pm

    You’re so gorgeous Summer and we do love your velvet coat. x

    Reply
  2. Kimberly says

    April 10, 2020 at 12:58 pm

    Summer
    Beautiful jacket
    Bobcats are good on the other side of a window.
    Stay safe and enjoy the weather.

    Reply
  3. LESLEY CASTLE says

    April 9, 2020 at 9:06 pm

    Oh, please be careful Summer!

    Reply
  4. Catherine lin89gg says

    April 9, 2020 at 8:43 pm

    Looks like you had a lovely outting Summer. Love that coat. Very stylish

    Reply
  5. Catherine lingg says

    January 17, 2020 at 8:17 pm

    Already visited the 15th but happy to visit again. Love the coat. So fetching on you. It’s a good color on you. Stay away from those big kitties. Not too friendly

    Reply
  6. Paula says

    January 17, 2020 at 7:52 pm

    It sounds like you have the same kind of “problem” we have here in the Springs. Developers are buying up land that used to be wild space and throwing up cheap houses to make a few bucks. So the wildlife that have always lived in those places are trying to find a place that’s safe and that has food and water handy. What price “progress?”

    Reply
    • Rebecca says

      January 28, 2021 at 11:49 am

      I agree. It’s sad that so much wildlife is suffering because of human greed. I don’t know where you are, I’m in Florida and the same thing is happening here.

      Reply
  7. Catherine lingg says

    January 15, 2020 at 8:26 am

    I love that coat Summer. Beware those bobcats. Nice to look at but at a safe distance. We now have coyotes around here in upstate New York urban area. Very scary for kitties. Mine stay in and not fond of leashes. I saw a video of a tuxie fighting off 4 coyotes on his patio. Holdon my breath, along with his owners. The kitty won. Whew. But still, keep kitty inside safe. Buy a treadmill people

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  8. Sherr says

    January 15, 2020 at 7:58 am

    Summer, all of your outfits are beautiful on you! Even if you didn’t take a bath! Please be careful, bobcats are very sneaky predators.

    Reply
  9. Lesley Castle says

    January 14, 2020 at 11:25 pm

    Have fun and be safe!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      January 15, 2020 at 1:29 am

      Such a lovely “coat”. Very stylish and a bit retro.

      Reply
  10. speedyrabbit says

    January 10, 2020 at 10:53 pm

    Love you Jacket Summer,but that is scary about the Bobcat,xx Speedy

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  11. Ellen Pilch says

    January 10, 2020 at 1:10 pm

    You look extra cute in your coat. A bobcat around is scary.

    Reply
  12. Purrjamm cats says

    January 10, 2020 at 9:48 am

    A Bobcat! OMC, that’s scary Summer. We can only imagine how big those poo balls were too, MOL. You girls be careful. Poor cats, so many are being pushed out of their natural habitats. Thank goodness you have cameras outside. And what a beautiful day for a visit outside. Love your jacket. Purrs

    Reply
  13. Andrea and the Celestial Kitties says

    January 9, 2020 at 7:30 am

    Your jacket is adorable! And so are you! I like that you have to sit on the table every time you go out there, a creature of habit.

    Reply
  14. FuzzMother says

    January 8, 2020 at 9:07 pm

    Love your jacket, Summer! We have deer, coyotes, rabbits, foxes, raccoons, skunks, squirrels, and chipmunks. A bear was sighted about half a mile from my house once. I actually saw it when I was driving home late one night. Until I heard about it on the news, I thought I was hallucinating! And I live in a suburban neighborhood…there is a Walmart about a quarter of a mile from my house! You be careful out there!

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  15. meowmeowmans says

    January 8, 2020 at 8:52 pm

    A bobcat? And here we thought the only big cats around your house were the Oxy Tigers. MOL.

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  16. Lesley Castle says

    January 8, 2020 at 8:51 pm

    You look very smart in your grey velvet jacket!

    Reply
  17. TONYA WOODRUFF says

    January 8, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    It’s crazy that you have a bobcat that’s been in your yard! We expect that kind of activity here in rural OK. Some people in Tulsa, OK (downtown) have reported seeing coyotes on their RING doorbell apps!!! Be safe out there, Summer.
    XOXO

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  18. Dirisha says

    January 8, 2020 at 7:02 pm

    Bath or not your always beautiful

    Reply
  19. William's Kith & Kin says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    Gotta watch out for wildlife, Summer!

    Reply
  20. Raven says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:37 pm

    Looks like you had a fun, and fashionable, outing. Cousin bobcat is definitely to be avoided. We get the occasional coyote here.

    Reply
  21. Catscue Catmom says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:17 pm

    Bobcats are so beautiful! But be careful Summer! How rude they left a stinky gift!

    Reply
  22. lola the rescued cat says

    January 8, 2020 at 3:48 pm

    A bobcat?!? Holy cats! We hope it goes back to his home!

    Reply
  23. Melissa & Mudpie says

    January 8, 2020 at 3:34 pm

    You look so sophisticated in that jacket!!! Stay safe with that bobcat around!

    Reply
  24. Cathy Keisha says

    January 8, 2020 at 2:37 pm

    Whoa! The bobcat must want to meet a celebrity such as yourself.I wouldn’t grant him a meeting though.

    Reply
  25. Selina says

    January 8, 2020 at 12:39 pm

    OMC!

    How exciting! It is sad though. MK says animals are being pushed out of their habitats by hoomans and are going into places peeps live because there is food there.

    I think that is shameful!

    I liked your outfit, too!

    Purrz!
    Selina

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  26. Memories of Eric and Flynn says

    January 8, 2020 at 12:35 pm

    You look lovely in your jacket. It was nice that you were able to go out and feel the grass between your toes.

    Reply
  27. Jacqueline says

    January 8, 2020 at 12:02 pm

    Gorgeous as always and we love your jacket!…Too bad about the bath!…We think you always look purrfect, sweet friend!…XO…J, Halle, Sukki

    Reply
  28. The Swiss Cats says

    January 8, 2020 at 11:26 am

    A bobcat ? Amazing ! But we’re glad your human is careful and makes sure you are safe. We hope she’s got a big scoop to scoop… well… you know… for the bobcat… just in case ! Purrs

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  29. Cecilia Upchurch says

    January 8, 2020 at 10:50 am

    Summer darling should you tire of Modeling I’m absolutely positive you could find work as a Purrsonal Shopper.
    You have exquisite taste. Love today’s jacket
    Hugs Cecilia

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  30. Holly says

    January 8, 2020 at 10:43 am

    Your coat is beautiful. So’s your yard. Personally I’d love to see a bobcat.

    Reply
  31. Angel Whiskeratti says

    January 8, 2020 at 10:28 am

    Bobcats, wow! Beautiful but definitely best viewed from a safe distance. And that coat looks great on you.

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  32. Grace says

    January 8, 2020 at 10:04 am

    I love that jacket! Does it come in human sizes?

    Reply
    • Summer Samba says

      January 8, 2020 at 10:22 pm

      Unfortunately not, or my human would pick one up!

      Reply
  33. GinaV24 says

    January 8, 2020 at 10:02 am

    You look wonderful in your gray coat and I’m glad you were able to get out to enjoy the weather and walk on the grass. Wow a bobcat in the area would be a scary thing. Bad enough that we have coyotes. I don’t let my kitties out because of it.

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  34. Eastside Cats says

    January 8, 2020 at 9:37 am

    So very stylish, Summer! Glad you didn’t have a face-to-face with a bobcat, even if they are very handsome creatures.

    Reply
  35. The Poupounette Gang says

    January 8, 2020 at 9:16 am

    A bobcat? That is both rather frightening and very cool, Summer!

    Purrs,
    Tama and Genji

    Reply
  36. BellaDharma'ss LadyMew says

    January 8, 2020 at 8:55 am

    Mee-yow wow you look stunnin inn yore grey velvet jackit! An walkin out side soundss like it was fun xcept fore poop..
    BOBCAT?? They are HUGE! EEKKK pleese bee carefull…well wee know youss’ are….butt bee xtra carefull OKay??
    ***purrsss*** BellaDharma

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  37. Laila and ANGEL Minchie says

    January 8, 2020 at 7:45 am

    Holy carp! A bobcat! You be careful out there, Summer!

    Reply
  38. Pat K says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:45 am

    You will have to be careful to check out the area from
    windows before an outing if bobcats are coming around.
    They would probably be very interested in a small kitty
    like yourself! You look great in that coat by the way!

    Reply
  39. Katie Isabella says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:40 am

    Summer you have GOT to wear that out! ADORABLE! You must let others see it!!!

    Reply
  40. Brian Frum says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:28 am

    You sure had fun out there sweet Summer and yes, avoid those bobcats!

    Reply
  41. Miss Ki and Jean says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:22 am

    Walks are great. Please watch out for the bobcat though.

    Reply
  42. the ISland Cats says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:13 am

    That jacket looks great on you, Summer. We hope that bobcat is gone for good.

    Reply
  43. Margaret Elmendorf says

    January 8, 2020 at 5:11 am

    Summer we like that jacket a lot. Glad you got to go outside for a little while . You all have a
    great day.

    Reply
  44. Sandy says

    January 8, 2020 at 4:23 am

    Such a becoming jacket, Summer!

    Reply
  45. Hanna says

    January 8, 2020 at 3:40 am

    Lucky you!

    Reply
  46. Lesley Castle says

    January 8, 2020 at 12:55 am

    Oh, be careful sweetie. We have bobcats and coyotes where I live so I keep my kitties indoors. I’m glad you got to go outside for a bit.

    Reply

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