Showing posts with label Cat Selfies. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cat Selfies. Show all posts

Sunday, 9 November 2025

**REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY** The Sunday Selfies and Caturday Art Blog Hops at BBHQ **FEATURING** Wing Commander Basil's Selfie

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Happy Sunday supurr furiends

Welcome to another BBHQ selfie selection, and today I am here sharing an epic selfie from 2009 when I was in my mega chonk'a'licious phase:

 Wing Commander Basil


An image of Wing Commander Basil, a tabby cat with white, brown and black fur perched gracefully on a leafless tree branch. The cat wears a collar with a tag and gazes into the distance with an alert expression. Snowflakes rest on its fur and the surrounding branches, suggesting a serene winter setting. The background features a clear blue sky, enhancing the peaceful and adventurous mood of the scene. Text at the bottom reads copyright www.bionicbasil.com

Ah, the good old days when I was in my prime, or as I like to call it, my epically epic era! MOL

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We're also joining in Athena's Fabulous Art Hop, so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

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A digitally stylized image of Wing Commander Basil, a tabby cat with white, brown and black fur perched gracefully on a leafless tree branch. The cat wears a collar with a tag and gazes into the distance with an alert expression. Snowflakes rest on its fur and the surrounding branches, suggesting a serene winter setting. The background features a clear blue sky, enhancing the peaceful and adventurous mood of the scene. Text at the bottom reads copyright www.bionicbasil.com

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer + Comic Book GFX. We think it turned out really cute.

 Click here to dive into this cat-tastic puzzle starring me, Basil, in my epic chonk era. It’s a floof-tastic test of feline finesse, and guess what? 

We crushed it in just 8 minutes and 46 seconds. Can mew beat our time? 

Of course, mew can! MOL

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Remembrance Sunday


Wing Commader Basil and His 1943 Ford Jeep ©BionicBasil® Remembrance Sunday
[Wing Commander Basil and his 1943 Ford Jeep]

Today we give thanks to all the brave soldiers and anipals who lost their lives. 


If it wasn't for them, our future today would be furry different. 

We salute mew all

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Battle of Passchendaele: 31 July - 6 November 1917

The P.A.'s Grandfather fought in the Battle of Passchendaele; he was shot by German soldiers who thought he was dead, and he was thrown in a mass grave. Luckily, another German soldier saw him move and pulled him free. He was then taken to a German POW camp, where his leg was amputated below the knee. He got gangrene, and a second amputation was carried out; he was finally released after many months as part of a prisoner exchange.   

Upon finally returning home, the remainder of his leg was removed almost to the hip, and he used a wooden leg, enabling him to walk, but he did more than walk; he literally built a business from nothing, had a family, and left a legacy.

Though he never spoke much about his ordeal, the P.A.'s Great Aunty learned of the horrors he suffered, which is why we know his history today. 

Remembrance Sunday ©BionicBasil® Grandpa Fred and Nana
Grandpa Fred & Nana

Grandpa Fred died in 1946, when the P.A.'s mum was only 3, and the P.A.'s Grandmother was left with 5 children under 10 and a business to run. The P.A. gives thanks daily for her Grandpa's grit, courage and determination.

In honour of Grandpa Fred 1886 - 1946



On that note, we'll wish mew a blessed day, and we'll be back on the morrow, so do join us then as mew know how much we love your company.

Sunday Purrs, and don't forget to...

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Wing Commander Basil & The B Team








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We are also joining in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:




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Sunday, 26 October 2025

The Sunday Selfies and Caturday Art Blog Hops at BBHQ **FEATURING** Basil and The B Team Halloween in The Bunker at BBHQ

Festive Halloween collage titled “Halloween Selfies” featuring four stylish cats wearing black bow ties, surrounded by autumn leaves, pumpkins, spider webs, and a cartoon spider. The background includes Polaroid-style snapshots of the same cats in various poses, adding a playful and seasonal vibe. This image from BBHQ’s Supurr Spooky Crafting with Cats Halloween series is ideal for SEO keywords such as “Halloween cat selfies,” “cats in bow ties,” “festive pet photography,” “autumn pet portraits,” and “Halloween-themed cat collage” from www.bionicbasil.com

Supurr Spooky Greetings furiends

Welcome to another BBHQ selfie selection, and today, all of The B Team are here with our annual Spooky Pawtrait.

The B Teams Halloween Selfie


Digitally illustrated Halloween-themed control room filled with costumed cats, including witches, wizards, and mummies, surrounded by jack-o'-lanterns, spider webs, ghosts, and bunting flags. The futuristic setting features glowing monitors, a bubbling green cauldron, and a “31 October” biohazard sign, blending spooky charm with sci-fi whimsy. This imaginative image from BBHQ’s Supurr Spooky Crafting with Cats Halloween series is ideal for SEO keywords such as “Halloween cat costumes,” “digital Halloween art,” “festive cat illustration,” “spooky sci-fi decor,” and “creative pet-themed Halloween inspiration” from www.bionicbasil.com

Mew know how much we love all things spooky and adore getting dressed up for this most spooktacular season, and we love how this pawtrait turned out.

Horizontal Halloween-themed graphic featuring symmetrical icons including black bats with purple eyes, surprised ghosts, smiling jack-o'-lanterns, and a central black witch’s hat with an orange buckle. The festive design is ideal for seasonal banners, blog headers, and social media posts. This image from BBHQ’s Supurr Spooky Crafting with Cats Halloween series is perfect for SEO keywords such as “Halloween graphic banner,” “cute spooky icons,” “witch hat illustration,” “festive Halloween design,” and “cat-themed Halloween decorations” from www.bionicbasil.com

We're also joining in Athena's Fabulous Art Hop so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

Stylized close-up of a tabby cat with green eyes, digitally enhanced with a painterly effect and framed by a green border. The cat’s face is the focal point, highlighting its expressive eyes, nose, and whiskers. Text reads “Caturday Art Blog Hop” at the top and “athenacatgoddess.com” at the bottom, celebrating feline creativity and weekend pet photography. Ideal for SEO keywords such as “tabby cat portrait,” “Caturday art,” “cat blog hop,” “digital cat illustration,” and “creative pet photography inspiration.”

Digitally illustrated Halloween-themed control room filled with cats dressed in festive costumes including witch hats, wizard robes, and spooky accessories. The room features glowing monitors, control panels, jack-o'-lanterns, cobwebs, bats, ghosts, and a bubbling cauldron with green flames. A “31 October” sign and hanging bunting flags complete the scene’s whimsical, sci-fi vibe. This image from BBHQ’s Supurr Spooky Crafting with Cats Halloween series is ideal for SEO keywords such as “Halloween cat illustration,” “digital Halloween art,” “festive feline costumes,” “spooky control room,” and “creative pet-themed Halloween inspiration” from www.bionicbasil.com

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Oil Painting 2 + changes to tone and exposure. We love this effect, and we tried about fifteen before we found one that worked! MOL

Click here to dive into this fur-tastic puzzle starring everypawdy in a Halloween Extravaganza. It’s a floof-tastic test of feline finesse, and guess what? 

We crushed it in just 11 minutes and 07 seconds. Can mew beat our time? 

Of course, mew can! MOL


It's time for us to head off and snoopervise the Sunday roast, and don't forget to stop by tomorrow when we're back with a special Halloween Brain Training post to keep your little grey cells in tip-top condition! MOL

And we've got the last of our Halloween Crafting with Cats coming on Tuesday, so we know mew definitely won't want to miss that!

If mew have missed any of our spooktacular posts so far, here are the links:






And there's still time to go and pawty with Amber and Pandora; click here to join in the fun.

We do hope mew have a wickedly pawesome day, and don't forget to...

Bold Halloween-themed graphic featuring stylized text “STAY SPOOKY” in bright orange with a purple shadow effect, creating a playful 3D look. The chunky, tilted font adds festive energy, perfect for seasonal branding, blog headers, or social media posts. This image from BBHQ’s Supurr Spooky Crafting with Cats Halloween series is ideal for SEO keywords such as “Halloween slogan graphic,” “stay spooky design,” “festive Halloween typography,” “cat-themed Halloween art,” and “spooky seasonal branding” from www.bionicbasil.com

Wing Commander Basil & The B Team










Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:




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Sunday, 15 June 2025

Basil and The B Team's Sunset at Stonehenge Selfie on The Sunday Selfies and Caturday Art Blog Hops **HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!**

Sunday Selfies blog post header by BionicBasil featuring four cats posing for selfies in a vibrant floral background. The image includes polaroid-style photos of other cats, butterflies, and blooming flowers, creating a cheerful and engaging design. The text 'Sunday Selfies ©BionicBasil®' is prominently displayed at the top, making it perfect for cat lovers, pet bloggers, and feline photography enthusiasts. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com.

Meowvellous Sunday greetings furiends

Welcome to another BBHQ selfie selection. Today, we're revisiting the epicness of Stonehenge, and what's not to love?

Basil and The B Team's Sunset at Stonehenge Selfie


A digitally enhanced image of Stonehenge featuring a whimsical scene where cats lounge on and around the ancient stones, basking in the warm glow of a breathtaking sunset or sunrise. Vibrant orange and pink hues illuminate the sky, enhancing the mystical atmosphere. A striking red British telephone booth stands to the right, adding a touch of UK charm. feature on website: www.bionicbasil.com

Mew'll never guess what happened two minutes after we took this selfie. 

Yep, we were asked to move off, as we shouldn't be anywhere near the stone circle or even touching it without a special purrmit, OOPS! MOL


Here's a little bit of info from BBHQ's Historical Travel Guide, Smooch:


Greetings to all the history aficionados and travel enthusiasts out there!

Stonehenge: A Monument of Mystery and Mastery

Standing tall on the Salisbury Plain, Stonehenge is one of the world's most enigmatic ancient structures. Its towering stones, meticulously arranged in a circular formation, have fascinated historians, archaeologists, and visitors for centuries. But what makes this prehistoric monument so extraordinary? EVERYTHING!!!! MOL

Origins and Construction

Stonehenge's construction spanned several phases, beginning around 3000 BCE and evolving over nearly 1,500 years. The earliest form of the monument consisted of simple earthworks and wooden posts, but over time, enormous sarsen stones and smaller bluestones were transported to the site, likely from as far away as Wales, an epic feat considering the absence of modern technology.

Theories about how these stones were moved vary, with possibilities ranging from sledges and rollers to water transport. What remains indisputable is the ingenuity of the people who built it, showcasing sophisticated engineering well ahead of its time.

Purpose and Astronomical Significance

The function of Stonehenge has long been debated. Some scholars propose it was a sacred burial ground, as human remains dating back thousands of years have been discovered at the site. Others suggest it was a centre for healing or a place of ritual gatherings.

One of the most compelling theories ties Stonehenge to astronomy. The monument aligns precisely with the sun's movements, particularly on the summer and winter solstices. On June 21st, the longest day of the year, the sun rises perfectly behind the Heel Stone, casting a dramatic glow over the central structure. This suggests ancient peoples had an advanced understanding of celestial mechanics, possibly using the site as a giant solar calendar.

Stonehenge in Modern Times

Today, Stonehenge stands as a UNESCO World Heritage site, attracting millions of visitors annually. While many mysteries remain, modern research continues to unveil clues about its creators and their way of life. Whether a place of worship, an astronomical observatory, or something entirely different, one thing is certain, Stonehenge is a testament to human ingenuity and a symbol of our enduring fascination with the past.

This is one of our most favourite stone circles, and if mew ever get a chance, go visit, mew won't be disappointed! MOL

Purrs

Smooch

The BBHQ Historical Travel Guide

Sunday Selfies Divider ©BionicBasil® May 2023

We're also joining Athena's Fabulous Art Hop, so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

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An ai artified image of Stonehenge featuring a whimsical scene where cats lounge on and around the ancient stones, basking in the warm glow of a breathtaking sunset or sunrise. Vibrant orange and pink hues illuminate the sky, enhancing the mystical atmosphere. A striking red British telephone booth stands to the right, adding a touch of UK charm. featured on website: www.bionicbasil.com

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Sky Replacer, Pop Vector GFX + colour changes to hue and saturation.

We also turned this fab arty-farty picture into a puzzle, so do stop by the puzzle page and take the Puzzle Challenge, see if mew can beat our time of 7 mins 40 secs. 

Sunday Selfies Divider ©BionicBasil® May 2023

Happy Father's Day 


Father's Day greeting card featuring Basil and The B Team, with a lineup of military trucks and seven cats posing confidently on top. A red British telephone booth stands to the left, adding a classic touch to the scene. The bold 'HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!' text is prominently displayed against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. This unique card blends feline charm with a strong visual theme, making it perfect for pet lovers, cat bloggers, and Father's Day celebrations. Featured on www.bionicbasil.com

Wishing all the epically Cat Dads and Non-Cat Dads a totally terrific day!

Anyhoo, it's time for us to go and snoopervise the P.A. while she does a bit of weeding in the raised beds in the courtyard, it's a job she's been putting off for months, and now she wishes she hadn't! (That'll teach her! MOL)

Smooch is in charge of getting lunch on the table by about 1:30, so he'll have to herd the P.A. inside to start cooking around 11:45. What a busy day ahead.

So we'll wish mew all a really supurr, special day and look forward to your company in the morning when we're back with another pawesomely fun Colouring with Cats post, ready for mew to get your OMS on and Zen Harmonies happening for the week ahead.

In the meantime, don't forget to...
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Wing Commander Basil & The B Team







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Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:




Link up coming later...



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Sunday, 20 April 2025

The Magical BBHQ Annual Easter Egg Hunt on The Sunday Selfies Blog Hop and Caturday Art Blog Hop

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Furbulous Sunday greetings furiends

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Here's our epic B Team Easter selfie. 

The Magical BBHQ Annual Easter Egg Hunt  

 
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We were totally blessed on this year's Magical Easter Egg Hunt as a mini portal opened and the Aqua-Aurora butterflies emerged; this is a highly auspicious omen, which hasn't happened in decades.

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We're also joining Athena's Fabulous Art Hop so do stop by and show off your pawesome arty-farty skills.

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We love this ethereal, dreamy, arty effect!

The Magical BBHQ Annual Easter Egg Hunt  ©BionicBasil® Caturday Art Blog Hop

The effect was created with Befunky - AI Enhancer, Gouache 4 + changes to brush size, smoothness, plus a vignette border.

We also turned this fab arty-farty picture into a puzzle, so stop by the puzzle page and take the Puzzle Challenge. See if mew can beat our time of 10 mins 28 secs. 

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Anyhoo, it's time for us to go and be total heathens on the garden, and make sure the P.A. and Cat Dad find the eggs we've hidden! MOL MOL

We do hope mew have an epic day, and we look forward to your company in the morning when we're back with more supurr fun Easter Brain Training with Cats.

In the meantime...
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Wing Commander Basil & The B Team







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Don't forget to join in the pawesome Sunday Selfies Blog Hop with

 Angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer ~ visit them at their pawesome blog:



Link up coming later.......




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