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Title: The hiding thread
Post by: bioteacher on June 08, 2019, 09:25:38 PM
Real life getting you down? Come on in and grab a puppy/kitten/cuddle beast of your choice. I installed a dvd player that  only plays relaxing and funny movies. It's in the second room so those who want silence (or the sound of me snoring) can have that.

Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on June 08, 2019, 09:34:26 PM
Ahhh----....

Thanks.

I'll just take this baby golden retriever puppy here, and.....


Zzzzzzzzz....

M.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: backatit on June 09, 2019, 05:26:07 AM
I have a rather cuddly Golden Retriever you can borrow to cuddle but he does currently reek of pond scum and it's too early to bathe him. I will cuddle him anyway - it makes us both happy.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: bioteacher on June 09, 2019, 03:33:40 PM
Pet cleaning services are provided just down the hall on the left. We've never had a pet complain once about the experience. They enjoy the pampering and extra ear scratches. Pond scum is an easy fix!
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: Juvenal on June 09, 2019, 03:49:55 PM
All I have are dust mites and--maybe--some "woke" spiders.  Very "well hidden."
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: Thursday's_Child on June 10, 2019, 08:26:10 AM
A soft and cosy armchair, a plush footstool, a window looking out into a peaceful garden with butterflies and busy bees, and a sleepy kitten.  Ahhhhhhhhhhh......... zzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: dr_evil on June 11, 2019, 02:55:47 PM
I've been hiding for some time because I forgot my password on the old site.  I miss hiding out here with a virtual puppy.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: secondAuthor on June 25, 2019, 12:15:31 PM
<snuggles in>

*scritches kitties*

Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: bibliothecula on July 06, 2019, 05:28:24 PM
Here is a doggie with soft ears and a pitcher of G&Ts.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: Thursday's_Child on March 08, 2020, 10:09:14 AM
Reviving this thread for the benefit of anyone who needs a safe place to stay for a while...
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on March 08, 2020, 11:51:20 AM
Yessss...

Warm armchair, gentle chants, and a relaxing book.

...Ooof!

And, apparently, one cuddly kitten looking for a lap to snooze in.

I think I can manage that, too...

M.mmmm....
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: fourhats on March 08, 2020, 12:16:47 PM
Can I have TWO kittens, please? And an armchair?
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on March 08, 2020, 12:35:06 PM
There's an empty one over there in the corner by the window.

The radiator's on in that corner, too...and there's a newly knitted afghan to curl up in.

M.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: clean on March 08, 2020, 03:50:35 PM
Please Stay at least 6 feet apart!

Please get a fresh puppy or kitten with each visit.  (used puppies and kittens should be monitored for 2 weeks before being certified as ready for comforting again).

Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on March 08, 2020, 03:53:22 PM
The hiding thread is a coronavirus-free zone. I just defined it as such.

All viruses, worries about viruses, and protocol relating to viruses, are zapped as each person enters the door.

While this would not do for real life, the hiding thread is a transcendent place with special safe qualities, and that is among them.

M.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: clean on March 08, 2020, 03:56:11 PM
QuoteThe hiding thread is a coronavirus-free zone. I just defined it as such.

All viruses, worries about viruses, and protocol relating to viruses, are zapped as each person enters the door.

While this would not do for real life, the hiding thread is a transcendent place with special safe qualities, and that is among them.

M.

OK!!  NO Fist bumps!!  Hugs All Around!!
Kitty nose rubs welcome  too as I hope that this thread is also Allergy Free as well!!
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on March 08, 2020, 05:01:43 PM
Of course.

Meow!

M.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: evil_physics_witchcraft on March 10, 2020, 09:45:27 AM
How about some birdies? Cockatiels and other parrots can be very affectionate.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on March 10, 2020, 10:01:05 AM
Indeed.

We've had forumites with those IRL as well....

There's an open cage, birdseed, jinglebells, and newspaper in the kitchen.

M.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: clean on March 10, 2020, 01:22:54 PM
QuoteHow about some birdies? Cockatiels and other parrots can be very affectionate.

the Hunt Is ON!!   Kitties LIKE to play with Birdies!!  Kitties can be very affectionate with them!  Ive seen the 'hugs' that they can give to the birdies.  (The birdies, however, do not seem to like it so much)!

But it IS entertaining! 

(I hope Im not, but I do expect that I will soon be banned from hiding here). 
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: mamselle on March 10, 2020, 01:34:35 PM
Shhh!

No-one's going to ban you, but a few people are napping, so if you can just be a tiny bit quieter....

Thanks...

M.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: evil_physics_witchcraft on March 12, 2020, 09:19:11 AM
Quote from: clean on March 10, 2020, 01:22:54 PM
QuoteHow about some birdies? Cockatiels and other parrots can be very affectionate.

the Hunt Is ON!!   Kitties LIKE to play with Birdies!!  Kitties can be very affectionate with them!  Ive seen the 'hugs' that they can give to the birdies.  (The birdies, however, do not seem to like it so much)!

But it IS entertaining! 

(I hope Im not, but I do expect that I will soon be banned from hiding here).

One of my birds, RIP, used to bite my currently 14 year old cat. They may be small, but they have BIG attitutes.

Edit: My bird did not pass due to the cat's advances (which ceased after the first few bites). Actually, my cat would let them sit on him. He really didn't care at that point.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: ergative on March 13, 2020, 01:05:52 AM
I just got two rejection emails the other day. I need a kitten.
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: Thursday's_Child on March 13, 2020, 06:47:50 AM
Quote from: ergative on March 13, 2020, 01:05:52 AM
I just got two rejection emails the other day. I need a kitten.

<proffers basket of kittens>
Here - everything from sleepy to hyper-frisky, in all colors and lengths of fur.  Help yourself to as many as you need!
Title: Re: The hiding thread
Post by: bioteacher on March 14, 2020, 08:27:45 PM
Hugs, cuddles, and a horse to ride... after my nap....