Callie demonstrating her figure

This is blind Callie, showing off what she thinks is her svelte figure to Gabe.  Unfortunately, she doesn't realize Gabe is blind like she is and thus can't appreciate her, um, slender form.  All Gabe knows is that something is rolling around on the floor below him.

Isn't it amazing how much thinner a thick object can appear when it's … you know … stretched out?

And speaking of such things, I must rise to the defense of our barn cat Smudge.  Several people posted comments on yesterday's blog post about how "fat" she was, sitting on that fencepost.  Actually, Smudge is not fat at all but very trim.  She only appeared plump because she had pulled her feet together to squeeze onto a four-inch wide fencepost and was leaning forward, hunched over.  Boy, did I have one unhappy barn cat this morning when she read all those blog comments.  Sheesh.

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18 responses to “Look How Svelte I Am”

  1. Marla Avatar
    Marla

    So that’s the trick……how can I walk around all day all stretched out like that to look more svelte myself? Hmmmm? In my own defense as someone who commented on how Smidge must have plenty of mice pickings, I must say there is nothing wrong with being “well fed”. Miss Callie and I both still have “it” and neither of us could ever be accused of being lean. Let Smidge know it is a complement to her to have a more “womanly figure” like me and Callie!

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  2. Marianne Hubach Avatar
    Marianne Hubach

    Gee, I’m going to take a lesson from Callie and stretch myself out more often — she looks great!!

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  3. sharon Avatar
    sharon

    Smudgie – You are NOT fat! You are beautiful and obviously very happy – so is Callie~~

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  4. Marla Avatar
    Marla

    Gotta figure out how to master that move to make myself more svelte…..hmmmmm. In the meantime, Smudge, no offense need be taken because us full-figured gals like me and Miss Callie are still hot!!

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  5. Leila from Washington Avatar
    Leila from Washington

    LOL LOL!!!

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  6. Evelyn Avatar
    Evelyn

    Callie is just big boned. Smudge is perfect too.

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  7. Janet in Cambridge Avatar

    I like a cat that can read her comments…

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  8. Jane Avatar
    Jane

    apologies to Smudge. I hate an unflattering photo. I will use the fencepost excuse the next time someone takes a ‘fat’ photo of me…..

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  9. Gena F. Avatar
    Gena F.

    Callie DOES look like she’s lost weight, even with the angle of the photo…. has she?
    Bless her little heart, she was one “stuffed little vienna sausage”…… she is such a dear, tubs or not!!! Loves her!

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  10. boundforglory Avatar
    boundforglory

    I didn’t think Smudge looked fat at all, but I’m used to a 13 pound cat in my household. ; )
    Very interesting pose, Callie. Keep it up, we like your creativity!

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  11. Leslee Avatar

    Does this fencepost make me look fat? 😉

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  12. mar Avatar

    what a beautiful dog. You are doing good job.

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  13. Amy A Avatar
    Amy A

    Smudge isn’t fat, she’s fluffy. 🙂
    As for Callie, she looks great! Dachshund Yoga, I believe that’s the Saluki position. Yep.

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  14. Anita Maloney Avatar
    Anita Maloney

    The last two posts have been so great. Gabe with his fab face, happy at last and Callie so enjoying her life. The work you do is so wonderful and makes me know all the animals under your care are beening loved and taken care. God Bless you for this.

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  15. Moon Rani Avatar
    Moon Rani

    I loved yesterday’s portrait of Smudge – – great compostition and colors, and a beautiful cat to boot! Now, don’t tell Callie, but she reminds me of a Thanksgiving turkey with a Dachshund head. But wait, that’s a compliment – – I love Thanksgiving turkeys.

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  16. Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin Avatar
    Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin

    Yes, Callie, I’ve got that trick down too. When you lay down & suck it in you can look very svelte!!

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  17. Lesa Avatar
    Lesa

    Callie – SUPER MODEL! Hooray for the success of the diet!

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  18. Whitney Avatar
    Whitney

    Callie looks so adorable all stretched out! She’s probably
    waiting for her belly to be rubbed
    🙂

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