Cautious Dining

A new guest arrived at Chez Carrabis a while back, an at-the-time unnamed skunk. We’ve had skunk before. And truth be told, they are a fun lot. Some say skunk are quick-tempered. Not so those who dine with us. Although we, like Raccoon, start cautiously. No need to be foolhardy. Mostly our visiting skunk stay … Continue reading “Cautious Dining”

Hecate et al Dine

Our beloved Hecate returned from last Winter’s nap complete ready and raring to go. We think of her as the Queen of Raccoons. Or so she tells us. As noted previously, we’ve known this Hecate for several years now. She remains feisty and vital. And I know this year if not next will be the … Continue reading “Hecate et al Dine”

A Three Cookie Night (with peanuts)

Last week I shared Everyone should have cookies and peanuts on a cold winter’s night and that the raccoons are about. Here’s another example from the next night on the calendar. This young lady is unknown to me (she does share her name as the days roll on) and is quite healthy. Note also she … Continue reading “A Three Cookie Night (with peanuts)”

Everyone should have cookies and peanuts on a cold winter’s night

People in the southern hemisphere will appreciate this post’s title, people in the northern hemisphere, know this video was shot on 22 Jan 2022, ie, a cold winter’s night. Although it couldn’t have been too cold because the raccoons were out. Raccoons don’t hibernate so much as they go dormant, lethargic, and prefer to cuddle … Continue reading “Everyone should have cookies and peanuts on a cold winter’s night”