Wednesday, 4 February 2026

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up **SNOWMAGGEDON IS A NON STARTER** ~ Fudge and Parlsey on Pawtrol, Pandora Decided To Be Like Fudge, and Smooch Is Damp - Melvyn's Sneaky Ambush ~ **PLUS** Melvyn's Modelling

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Epic Wednesday Greetings Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up!

How's your week going? 

Snowmaggedon didn't arrive after all those HORROR WEATHER PREDICTIONS. But it's only February, and yep, there's still a chance right through March, so we may get some at some point, though it's not guaranteed. We'd actually prefer it missed us altogether! MOL

The weather in recent days has been getting cooler. It was sunny on Caturday and Sunday, but the wind chill has plummeted to minus fingues since Monday. Roll on Spring, and talking of warmer months, we noticed a lot of the bulbs are growing really well, so with a bit of luck we should get some colour ... soooon .... but not soon enough!   

It was a full moon on Sunday, so here's the obligatory moon photo.

A nighttime garden scene illuminated by a bright moon partially veiled by clouds. Leafless bushes and trees fill the foreground, their textures highlighted by the moonlight. On the right, a garden arch or trellis adds structure to the shadowy landscape. The interplay of light and dark creates a moody, atmospheric setting.

It was quite odd, one second the moon wasn't there, the P.A. even checked her moon app to see where it should have been in the sky. And then the clouds parted, and it was visible.... MOL

Anyhoo, let's look at what the heathens have been up to this week.

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First up in the news 

Fudge and Parlsey on Pawtrol


Fudge, the ginger cat, and Parsley, the black cat, sit side by side on a paved area, gazing out over a gravel-covered yard. Their backs are to the camera, creating a peaceful scene of quiet companionship. A green bush frames the left side, while a black container rests on the right, adding balance to the tranquil outdoor setting.

It's been damp, did we mention that? 

So Fudge and Parsley decided that they'd do their garden pawtrol by the gazebo.
    
Fudge insisted that he could see everything from the sofa, and it was much more civilised than going and getting one's paws or fur wet if they went deeper into the garden.

Parlsey agreed, and they had a lovely time! MOL

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Next up in the news

Pandora Decided To Be Like Fudge


Pandora, a long-haired brindle-torti cat with black and golden-brown fur, sits gracefully on a dark brown tiled roof. Her tail curls around her body as she gazes slightly to the left, framed by weathered and moss-speckled tiles. The rooftop setting highlights her adventurous spirit and feline poise.

Pandora has been studying Fudge's technique for roof exploration - we think she nailed it! MOL

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In other news...

Smooch Is Damp - Melvyn's Sneaky Ambush


Smooch, a white cat with dark markings, sits in the foreground on a woven rug, gazing directly at the camera with slightly damp fur. Behind him, Melvyn—blurred in motion—slinks across the room, setting up a sneaky ambush. The cozy indoor setting includes a plaid-covered couch and soft cushions, adding to the drama of this feline face-off

Smooch went on a covert solo mission into the coal box and came out looking like Parsley. Well, that is a slight exaggeration. He was a muted black, so the P.A. had to wash his fur with a warm flannel. He didn't like the hair dryer, freaked out and went to sit by the woodburner

He'd just got dry apart from his chest fur, when Melvyn thought it would be a good idea for a sneak ambush ... yeah ... guess what Smooch did?

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And finally this week

Melvyn's Modelling The Top Bandana Pick


Melvyn's modelling the #4 pick this week, as he loved the tassels.

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ©BionicBasil® Melvyn Modelling The Red Hearts with Red Tassels Bandana

It was a bit chaotic on the catwalk this week, but not as much as other times! MOL

We got another mysterious postcard from Nevis, so we are pretty certain that W.D.G. is wintering there! MOL

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Which one is your favourite this week? 


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Which one should he model next?


Here's the Valenitne's Bandana Selection.

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ©BionicBasil® February 2024 Bandana Collection - Valentine's Day

The February Valentine's Collection:

1. Multi-coloured hearts with lilac fringing

2. Red hearts with red fringing

3.  White hearts with glitter ribbon

4. Red heart with red tassels

Tell us your top pick for next week in the comments!

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That's us done for today. Amber will be back on Friday with another meowvellous book, and if mew missed any other posts, here are the links:

Sunday Selfies


Amber's Latest Book Review



Wishing mew a pawesome day, and remember to always...

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