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Wednesday, 8 April 2026

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up **ACTUAL FULL MOON VIBES!!!** ~ Pandora Showing Off The Tulips, Fudge and Smooch Nose To Nose, and Melvyn's Flat Out on The Huge Cushion ~ **PLUS** Melvyn's Modelling

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Spring tulips, full moon magic, cute cat moments and bandana fashion, a pawesome BBHQ Midweek News Round‑Up for cat lovers.
A bright spring border made of lush green grass topped with alternating pink and white tulips, accented by small yellow flowers. Taller blades of grass rise behind the blooms, creating a fresh, cheerful, garden‑themed decorative frame.

 Epic Greetings Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ midweek news round-up!

We hope mew are having a lovely week.

Let's begin with the weather report. 

Well, compared to last week, it has improved somewhat. However, Good Friday and the Easter weekend were rather overcast, and Caturday evening was like a whirlwind. But then on Monday the sun came out, and again on Tuesday, with it being even warmer.

The P.A. has had to fill the birdbaths up and water some of the pots as everything has dried out. It seems quite mad after all the rain over the winter, but then so it goes! MOL

Last week, on Wednesday, was the full moon, and the photo we shared was from Monday evening. Here's the actual full moon:

A nighttime sky with a bright full moon partially hidden behind thick, swirling clouds. The moonlight creates a glowing halo with subtle rainbow hues around the cloud edges. In the foreground, a silhouetted pergola or garden structure is outlined by small string lights. Bare tree branches stretch in from the right side, adding contrast against the illuminated clouds. The scene has a calm, atmospheric feel. The bottom of the image includes the text “copyright www.bionicbasil.com"

It had a really pretty halo around it, and the clouds were quite atmospheric, so all in all, not a bad moon pic! MOL

Now let's look at the news.

A bright spring border made of lush green grass topped with alternating pink and white tulips, accented by small yellow flowers. Taller blades of grass rise behind the blooms, creating a fresh, cheerful, garden‑themed decorative frame.

First up in the news this week...

Pandora Showing Off The Tulips


Pandora, a fluffy dark‑coloured cat sits on a light wooden deck beside two small solar garden lights. Behind the cat is a garden bed with green plants and tall dried stems. To the right, a terracotta pot overflows with blooming pink and purple tulips. A dark wooden fence frames the background. The scene feels peaceful and homely. The bottom of the image includes the text “copyright www.bionicbasil.com.”

Pandora loves the pink and magenta tulips!

And honestly, who can blame her?

These tulips below have been blooming for a week or so, but the centre flowers were being a little resistant to opening; they were closed on Caturday, but on Monday they burst forth!

A collage of four side‑by‑side photos showing a rectangular black planter filled with blooming tulips in shades of purple, pink, and a few red‑orange accents. The planter sits on a sunlit patio surrounded by wooden structures and garden greenery. Bright daylight highlights the vivid colours of the flowers. The text “copyright www.bionicbasil.com” appears at the bottom centre.

Hopefully, more will be out in front of the catservatory over the next few days, as they seem to be a little slow to emerge.

The red ones we shared last week have been blooming for days; if the others are out for next week, we'll definitely share!

A bright spring border made of lush green grass topped with alternating pink and white tulips, accented by small yellow flowers. Taller blades of grass rise behind the blooms, creating a fresh, cheerful, garden‑themed decorative frame.

Next up in the news...

Fudge and Smooch Nose To Nose


An orange cat with a fluffy tail stands on a sunlit wooden deck, leaning forward to touch noses with a white cat marked with black patches. The second cat sits inside a large planter filled with tall, grassy plants. Bright sunlight casts clear shadows across the deck, and stone pavers form the background. The text “copyright www.bionicbasil.com” appears at the bottom.

Fudge and Smooch were nose to nose on the back deck.

Don't ask what they were discussing, because we have no idea! MOL

A bright spring border made of lush green grass topped with alternating pink and white tulips, accented by small yellow flowers. Taller blades of grass rise behind the blooms, creating a fresh, cheerful, garden‑themed decorative frame.

In other news...

Melvyn's Flat Out on The Huge Cushion


Melvyn, a brown black‑and‑white tabby cat lies stretched out on a large, colourful patchwork cushion made of floral and patterned fabric squares. To the right stands a tall pink cat tree with multiple levels, sisal‑wrapped scratching posts, pom‑pom trim, and several plush toys. A woven basket filled with more toys sits beside it. On the left, a pink paw‑print stool and a fluffy pink chair add to the cosy indoor cat space. Light wooden flooring and a beige rug complete the warm, playful setting. The image includes the text “copyright www.bionicbasil.com.”

While everypawdy was outside, Melvyn decided to get comfy on one of Fudge's favourite snooze spots!

Don't tell Fudge! MOL

A bright spring border made of lush green grass topped with alternating pink and white tulips, accented by small yellow flowers. Taller blades of grass rise behind the blooms, creating a fresh, cheerful, garden‑themed decorative frame.

And finally, this week

Melvyn's Modelling The Top Bandana Pick

Ballooning with Furiends won the vote last week.

He spent ten minutes rolling all over the place before the P.A. managed to get this photo! MOL

Melvyn a white, black‑and‑brown tabby cat lounges on a dark textured outdoor mat near a brick wall and white door. The cat wears a colourful bandana decorated with cartoon designs, including a pink rhino, clouds, stars, and playful patterns. Reflections of greenery appear in a nearby window, and outdoor furniture and plants create a cosy patio setting. The text “copyright www.bionicbasil.com” appears at the bottom.

So much cuteness is happening right now! MOL 

A curved string of pastel pennant flags hangs in gentle arcs, with triangles in soft blue, pink, yellow, and green. At each peak of the curve sits a white flower with a yellow center, giving the decoration a cheerful, festive look suitable for celebrations or spring‑themed designs.

Which one should he model next?


Here's the April Bandana collection.

 As spring is now officially here, we chose some more colourful and bright bandanas for this month. 

Five colourful triangular bandanas are arranged on a light wooden surface, each with a different vibrant pattern. Designs include hot‑air balloons and animals, stylised floral motifs, large pink flowers on teal, playful pink cats on black, and a yellow‑and‑pink floral print. Text reads “The April Bandana Collection at BBHQ.

The April Collection:

1.  Ballooning with Furiends 

2. Spring Freshness

3. Peony Purrfection 

4. Cute Pink Cats

5. Blooming Marvellous

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

A bright spring border made of lush green grass topped with alternating pink and white tulips, accented by small yellow flowers. Taller blades of grass rise behind the blooms, creating a fresh, cheerful, garden‑themed decorative frame.

That's us done for today. 

Amber will be back on Friday with another pawesome book, and if mew missed any other posts, here are the links:

Easter Sunday Selfie

Easter Brain Training


What The Fluff ~ BBHQ Q&A Episode 2

Easter Crafting with Cats

Hoping mew have a furbulous day, and remember to always...

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... and utterly furbulous

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31 comments:

  1. My name is Erika.8 April 2026 at 01:19

    Ha ha. That's a really fun Easter/spring header. And that is quite the kitty bed. I think I wouldn't mind sleeping on it either. :)

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®8 April 2026 at 08:14

      Thank mew kindly, Erika... we’re delighted mew enjoyed our Easter/spring header. The P.A. went all‑in on the seasonal vibes! MOL

      And yes, that kitty bed is something else entirely. Melvyn treats it like his own private cloud, and honestly, I wouldn’t say no to a snooze on it either, it’s like a giant marshmallow of pure comfort.

      Wishing mew a truly epic week from all of us at BBHQ... 🐾🌷✨

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  2. Eastside Cats8 April 2026 at 01:33

    #2 is my vote this week.
    And why not roll around like crazypants, eh Melvyn?

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®8 April 2026 at 08:18

      Thank mew so much, Eastside Cats... excellent choice with #2 – Spring Freshness.

      And as for the rolling around like crazypants, oh, absolutely! Melvyn insists it’s part of his creative modelling process. Apparently, one cannot achieve true bandana‑wearing epicness without at least six minutes of dramatic floor‑flopping first! MOL

      Thanks for voting, and sending big fluffy purrs from all of us at BBHQ... 🌷🐾✨

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  3. messymimi8 April 2026 at 02:27

    So much going on, the blooms are lovely, everyone is enjoying the outdoors except perhaps Melvyn (although that is quite the snoozy spot) and maybe he just wasn’t feeling up to being a model this week.

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®8 April 2026 at 08:19

      Thank mew, Mimi... the blooms are looking epic this week, and everypawdy’s been loving the sunshine. Melvyn, however, chose the giant cushion over outdoor adventures - clearly his modelling mojo needed a recharge! MOL

      Wishing mew a lovely week from all of us at BBHQ... 🌷🐾✨

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  4. Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 38 April 2026 at 07:02

    The tulips are beautiful

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®8 April 2026 at 08:20

      Thank mew so much, Ruby Rose... the tulips are looking truly epic this year. Pandora is convinced they’re her personal floral entourage! MOL 🌷🐾✨

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  5. Lynn and Precious8 April 2026 at 12:53

    Melvyn, I simply can not let Precious see your sleeping arrangements! If she saw that pink tree she'd go thru the 'puter screen! And me, I am jealous of the tulips. We are still having below freezing temps at night and the bird bath is frozen solid, but sunshine, yay.

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:34

      Thank mew so much, Lynn... and oh my whiskers, do not let Precious see Melvyn’s pink palace of a cat tree! She’d be teleporting through the screen faster than mew could say “snooze spot takeover”... MOL Here’s hoping mew thaw out soon and your bird bath stops pretending it’s an ice rink. Sunshine is definitely a win though... 🌷🐾✨

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  6. Memories of Eric and Flynn8 April 2026 at 14:33

    Lovely pic of the full moon. The flowers are looking lovely too. I think Fudge was asking Smooch if had anything good to eat, and was sniffing him to check. That is a lovely comfortable looking cushion, Melvyn. Looking good in your bandana too.

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:35

      Thank mew so much... we’re glad mew enjoyed the full‑moon pic, the clouds put on quite the dramatic show for us that night. And the flowers are really hitting their stride now; Pandora is taking full credit for their meauty, of course! MOL

      As for Fudge and Smooch, mew could be absolutely right, a quick nose‑check to see if Smooch had any snacks tucked away sounds exactly like something Fudge would do.

      Melvyn says thank mew kindly for the cushion compliments and the bandana praise, he does love to look his best, even if it takes a bit of rolling around first!!! 🐾🌕🌷✨

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  7. Leah8 April 2026 at 15:35

    We just love all the pictures today! The moon, the marvelous snoozy bed, Pandora with the tulips ... And, the returning warmth! We like bandana #2 for next week!

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:37

      Thank mew so much, Leah... we’re thrilled mew enjoyed all the pics this week. The full moon put on quite the show, Pandora is utterly convinced the tulips are her purrsonal fan club, and Melvyn has declared that giant snoozy cushion is his official headquarters! MOL

      And a furbulous choice with #2 - Spring Freshness. We think Melvyn will look absolutely smashing in it next week.🌷🐾✨

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  8. Ananka8 April 2026 at 15:39

    Great moon shot! Stunning and love the cats :-D

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:38

      Thank mew so much, Ananka... we’re delighted mew enjoyed the moon shot, it put on quite the show, and the cats say thank mew for the love too... MOL 🌕🐾✨

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  9. Sandee8 April 2026 at 16:40

    I pick #2 for next week.

    I love seeing your precious kitties.

    Thank you for joining the Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop.

    Have a fabulous Wordless Wednesday. Scritches to all the kitties and a big hug to mom. ♥

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:39

      Thank mew so much, Sandee... another fabulous vote for #2 - Spring Freshness. Melvyn will be thrilled, he does love a bit of seasonal style!

      We’re delighted mew enjoy seeing our kitties each week; they do like to make sure the camera gets plenty of material!! MOL

      Thank mew for hosting the Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop, we always love joining in.
      Wishing mew a truly wonderful Purrsday, with scritches delivered to every kitty and a big hug winging its way to mew from all of us at BBHQ... 🐾💗✨

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  10. Brian's Home Blog8 April 2026 at 18:39

    That is a super cool sky and adorable photos sweeties!

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:41

      Thank mew so much, guys!!! The sky really did look epic that night, and we’re thrilled mew enjoyed the photos. The B Team always does their best to bring maximum adorableness to every post!!! MOL 😹🐾🐾😻

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  11. da tabbies o trout towne8 April 2026 at 18:55

    guyz…nother grate round oh fotoz and de PA did a pawsum job on gettin that shot oh de moon 🌙 ‼️‼️😸 FINAL LEE….we bee seein de start oh lilleez and eye ruzz heer and still lookin at green grazz 🍀🍀 and melvyn…..knot onlee iz ewe rockin thiz weekz bandana buddy, but yur bed iz nicer N de one de gurl sleepz on 😸😸…eye vote for five next week ‼️😸💚🐾

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:43

      Thank mew so much, guyz... we’re thrilled mew enjoyed the pics, and the P.A. says thank mew kindly, that moon put on a proper show for us!!! 🌙😸

      Woohoo for seeing the first of the lilies and irises your side, spring is finally waking up! We’ve only just stopped squelching through mud, and now suddenly everything’s drying out and the grass is going wild!!! 🍀💚

      A fabulous vote for #5 - Blooming Marvellous too. That one’s got some serious spring sass!!! 🌸😸🐾

      Sending big purrs and trout‑tastic high‑fives from all of us at BBHQ... 💚🐾✨

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  12. Katie Isabella8 April 2026 at 19:28

    Melvyn, that has to be the comfiest cushion EVER! AND I choose #2 for the next time you model. Pandora...tell your Mum that you look gloriously beautiful in that photo with the tulips.

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:45

      Thank mew so much, Katie... Melvyn is absolutely delighted mew approve of his mega‑comfy cushion, he says it’s like snoozing on a cloud made of dreams and snacks!!! MOL

      A fabulous vote for #2 - Spring Freshness too; he’ll be thrilled to model that one next.

      And Pandora says thank mew ever so kindly for the lovely compliment, she’s convinced the tulips were planted purely to enhance her natural beauty... 🌷😻✨

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  13. pilch928 April 2026 at 23:55

    Pandora, the flowers are nice, but you are far prettier. Nice to see so many of you. Please tell Amber I finally got my book and will mail hers out tomorrow. XO

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:47

      Thank mew so much, Ellen... Pandora is absolutely delighted by your lovely compliment, she says the tulips do their best, but they simply can’t compete with her natural glamour... MOL 🌷😻

      We’re so glad mew enjoyed seeing everypawdy this week. And that’s epic news about the book, Amber is thrilled! Thank mew ever so much for sending her a copy. She’s already pacing by the post box in anticipation... well, she sent Melvyn!!!! MOL

      Sending big purrs and hugs from all of us at BBHQ... 🐾💗✨

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  14. meowmeowmans9 April 2026 at 00:21

    Whoa! You have such beautiful tulips at your house already? It's almost time here, not quite yet.
    Pandora, Fudge and Smooch, glad to see you all enjoying the outdoors. And don't worry, Melvyn. Your secret is safe with us! How about Blooming Marvellous next week?

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 12:49

      Thank mew so much, yes, the tulips have gone full‑on furbulous here already, spring decided to hit the fast‑forward button this year! 🌷😸

      Pandora, Fudge and Smooch are loving their outdoor adventures, and Melvyn says thank mew kindly for keeping his little secret!!! MOL

      And a brilliant vote for #5 - Blooming Marvellous. That one’s got some serious spring swagger! 🌸🐾✨

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  15. Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, Ryu9 April 2026 at 12:07

    Such lovely photos, although Pandora's tulip shot was particularly pleasing!

    We vote for bandana No.2 next!

    Purrs,
    The Chans

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    1. Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ®9 April 2026 at 16:20

      Thank mew so much, we’re delighted mew enjoyed the photos, and Pandora is absolutely thrilled her tulip portrait was a favourite, she says the flowers really brought out her “inner goddess”... MOL 🌷😻

      A wonderful vote for Bandana No. 2 - Spring Freshness as well. Melvyn will be most pleased to model it next week.

      Purrs and epic greetings to every one of mew from all of us at BBHQ... 🐾✨

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  16. Christine12 April 2026 at 12:25

    Before I forget number 4 for next week. 🌷 Tulips looking lovely,love the photo of the moon 🌝 great photo, Pandora looking gorgeous as ever 😽what a gorgeous large cushion great place for a rest.x

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