Thank you, and good night.

This is it, folks. The last Daily Bailey post (for now?). And for his part, Bailey could not be more relieved. He has his mommy back, and frankly, he's spent. Job well done, Bailey. Enjoy your rest.

YYYEEEESSSSSS!!!!

Mommy is arriving home in one more day!! Bailey says, "Woo Hoo!!"

Demolition Bailey

With only 2 days remaining until mom gets home, Bailey is beginning the process of dismantling

the blog he has worked so hard on. I think he may be taking this a bit too literally.

Dinner now? NOW?? NEOW?? MEOW??

It's like he's trying to communicate a message or something....

Director: Bailey

Bailey is overseeing my video editing. And checking out his good side. Who is he kidding?? He knows every side looks great!

The thrill of the hunt

Bailey has bagged himself a wild tassle kill. He proudly displays it to everyone and marches, head held high, down the hallway and back, finally laying it to rest in by the kitchen sink. What a man.

Like my new webcam attachment?

It's not only useful, but it is so realistic looking. Those Japanese sure have the market cornered on cute, kitty-themed electronic accessories.

Playtime with Bailey

I got Bailey a brand new package of fuzzy mice to play with. We have made good use of the long hallway to get Bailey some exercise. Here is 30 seconds of his play for your enjoyment.

On this episode of "Obsessed"...

Bailey has begun his exposure to that which triggers his anxiety - the plastic bag. It is important that he both literally and figuratively "squash" the cause of his irrational fear. He has chosen one of the shopping bags I have emptied from the outlets today. *sniff* I'm so proud of him.

Comfy Much?

I'd like to think that Bailey has gotten used to and is enjoying his living arrangements during this temporary stay, but there's just no way to tell. On a side note, don't you love the self-censoring tail placement??

The Outdoor Series: Enlightened

In our final installment of The Outdoor Series, Bailey looks to the light from above. Turns out, it's just an energy saving bulb. Who knew??

The Outdoor Series: Bailey in the Foliage

Bailey checks out the passers-by through a veil of shrubbery. This is usually how I look for the evil neighbor lady too.

The Outdoor Series: Stairway to Heaven

Well, ok, just the stairway to our front door. Bailey boldly marched up the first three steps, and then proceeded to sit and pose on each one for the rest of the way up. Then a bus came by. Bailey made a very speedy descent.

The Outdoor Series : Peeping Tom Cat

Bailey has discovered the un-curtained bedroom window of our next door neighbor. Dirty, dirty boy! The only thing funnier would have been if I saw a startled face appear in the window. Of course, then they would see their landlord taking a photo of their bedroom window, so I guess that would have been awkward. Hmmm.

Introducing: The Outdoor Series

The weather has been so nice outside lately. I have been enjoying it as much as possible, but I feel guilty that Bailey has been missing out. So tonight we took a short stroll to the front walk of the house - Bailey did some discovering, and I diligently snapped photos of his eager cuteness. More pics to come.

Watch that tone, young man!

I have calmly explained to Bailey that his breakfast is not due for another hour. He is now giving me the evil eye and silent treatment. Sigh. Teenagers these days...

Snug as a....

...Bailey in a blanket! The AC is blasting again, and I must not be the only one who noticed. I tossed a blanket over myself and Bailey, and he seems to be just fine tucked in. As if this wasn't cute enough, I have to back out and show you the full shot:
Aauugh! The tail peeking out is killing me. That and the chills, now that Bailey has taken over the entire blankie. I'm going upstairs to change the thermostat.

Seriously... I'm eating here!

Bailey has discovered the ideal place to sit and watch me eat. I don't even have to microwave my food anymore. The searing heat from Bailey's stares keeps both me and my food warm and toasty. It has, however, made me a much neater, more careful eater.

Target locked

Eyes wide, rear end high, whiskers at full attention. Bailey is locked and loaded. He's gonnna spring into action and snag that tassle any minute now. Any minute. Any..... uh.... Maybe it needs to be a little closer?

Bailey on Marble

Bailey has discovered the shower stall, and I notice how neat he looks against a marble background. Then I notice how easy it would be to turn on the shower. Nah. Not THIS time...

Bailey's Lair

Bailey has found an awesome spot to hide and stalk. Its a tight fit, but he manages to shimmy around just fine down there! Perhaps I will join him...

Memories...

Bailey is dreaming of his last snuggle with mommy. I love the toes curled in utter bliss.

Look out behind you!

You've got a leg creeping up on you, oh no....

GOTCHA! Nice counter-attack! Show those toes who's BOSS!!

Happy 4th of July to RC and Mommy!

Here we are, posing together, so lovingly, to wish you guys a great Independence Day from the US. Hope you are having tons of fun! Don't worry, I didn't let Bailey buy any sparklers.

Oh, for the love of Pete!

I tried on a pair of jeans I haven't worn in a while to see if they fit any better now. I think Bailey's face says it all. Still....a.....bit....too....tight.....

Copy and collate

Bailey is helping me with my office work. His organizational skills are a bit lacking, but I am pleasantly surprised at his telephone demeanor.

Bailey, the carb-killer!

Bailey is such a carb-oholic. Pictured here are the unfortunate remains of two cinnamon raisin bagels mistakenly left on the second shelf of the pantry. I heard they were delicious.

Headless Bailey

Headless Bailey is here to haunt me for all of the treats not given to him. He's not nearly as cute without the head, but still pretty damn cute. Woooo, I'm scared!

Cheeky!!

I'm getting fresh with Bailey, and he is shocked and appauled. I'm not sorry.

Peekaboo!

Bailey is sneaking a peek at what I am cooking to see if a morsel falls. How does he DO that?!

Tonight on Wild Discovery...

Ahhh... rarely seen footage of the wild Bailey emerging cautiously into his native environment - the silk comforter on mattress.

Time for check-out?

Bailey heard that mommy checked out in Tokyo - sorry buddy, not time for you to check out yet. ...note to self: Stop feeding Bailey those plutonium snacks...

Hey!

Bailey has had enough of the paparazzi, and their candid shots. Its not even his good side!

Smooches!!

Bailey sends a big, wet cyber-smooch to mommy in Japan. Mmmmwwwaaaa!!!

Movie night w Bailey

Pass the popcorn, please.

Concave Bailey

Its like he was made for the back of the couch. Perfect fit!

Strike a pose

Bailey was just too handsome to resist. What a stud.

I'm gettin outta here!

I'm trying to catch a shot of Bailey as he runs by, taunting me to play. Just missed!

Razz-Bailey

Pbbthhhpbbthhh. Bailey just had some delicious pate dinner, and you didn't. Nye ner nye ner nye ner.

He's not just the president...

Bailey's also a client. So natural, you can run your fingers through it, and even swim with it! No one will ever know...

...47....48....49....50!!

READY OR NOT, HERE BAILEY COMES!! He'll never find me under the pile of rattle-y grocery bags...

No fun without mommy

Bailey is half-heartedly swatting at his leather tassle-thingy. He is thinking of mommy on her far-away trip. Be safe mommy, and have fun!

Ninja Bailey

Bailey silently creeps ever closer to inspect the remaining crumbs on the plate. He is a dark and deadly morsel-stalker whose ninjitsu skills allow him to avoid all detection.

Or so he thinks.

Bathtime with Bailey

Bailey settles in to clean off the stink of human, left by my marathon snorgling session. Ah, the fresh scent of salmon pate!

Hello, I love you, won't you tell me your name?

Bailey channels his inner Jim Morrison. Like so:

Window shopping

Bailey is checking out the local wildlife in his urban jungle. The spiders and potato bugs are particularly spry today.

So the promoter says, "What the heck to you call that act?!?"

And the dad says..."THE ARISTO-CATS!!" Bailey loves that joke.

Wakey wakey Bailey!

Zzzz...snort....wha?? I am so rude. It's the middle of the late afternoon, and I just snap on the lights and start shooting photos. How is Bailey supposed to get his 18 hours of beauty sleep with all of this disruption?? I should just shut the lights off and go away.