Some Jersey Fresh Chem on the Road...

My Chemical Romance began their tour in Arizona on Friday. According to reviews, one being in http://www.azcentral.com/ with a few Gee Pix free of makeup, the reviewer was as impressed with their set as he was in a "secret" 200 patron gig he was at in England.

Found a link to a video somehow on the 23 of March that appeared on a blog I THINK is called
Don't worry you're still a victim in this game on a Windows Live site. If I can sort out the actual link, I'll post it to give credit to the video I hope will make it's appearance below:


Uhhhh...
Think I'll leave it at that.

The remainder of the tour still have venues which haven't sold out yet.
I've listed them as they appear on My Chemical Romance's website.
Which, btw, annoys the hell out of me as it seems to exist solely to sell Merch.
Their My Space isn't much better.
A petition for better Mods are in order, here...IMHO...
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03/30/2008 - Las Vegas, Nevada, The Joint
TIX
03/31/2008 - Las Vegas, Nevada, The Joint
TIX
04/02/2008 - San Jose , California, San Jose Civic Center
TIX
04/03/2008 - San Francisco, California, Warfield
04/04/2008 - San Francisco, California, Warfield
04/06/2008 - Irvine, California, Bamboozle Left @ Verizon Amphitheatre
04/08/2008 - Portland, Oregon, Crystal Ballroom
TIX
04/09/2008 - Portland, Oregon, Crystal Ballroom
TIX
04/11/2008 - Magna, Utah, The Great Salt Air Theatre
TIX
04/12/2008 - Mexico City, Zero Fest
04/14/2008 - Denver, Colorado, The Fillmore Auditorium
04/15/2008 - Kansas City, Kansas, Memorial Hall
TIX
04/17/2008 - Chicago , Illinois, Congress Theatre
04/18/2008 - Chicago, Ilinois, Congress Theatre
04/19/2008 - Detroit , Michigan, The Fillmore @ State Theatre
04/20/2008 - Detroit, Michigan, The Fillmore @ State Theatre
04/22/2008 - Cleveland, Ohio, The Agora Theatre
04/25/2008 - Baton Rouge, Louisiana, X-Fest @ Baton Rouge River Center
04/26/2008 - Woodlands, Texas, Buzzfest@Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
04/27/2008 - Frisco, Texas, Edgefest@Pizza Hut Park
04/28/2008 - Austin, Texas, Stubbs Amphitheatre
04/30/2008 - Birmingham, Alabama, Sloss Furnace
TIX
05/02/2008 - Memphis, Tennessee, Beale St. Festival
05/03/2008 - St. Louis, Missouri, The Pagaent
05/04/2008 - Columbus, Ohio, Lifestyle Communities Pavillion
TIX
05/06/2008 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Electric Factory
05/07/2008 - Philadelphia, Pennslyvania, Electric Factory
05/09/2008 - New York, New York, Madison Square Garden *date/time subject to change*
TIX

Now, I might gripe and bitch about the "commercialism" that now hovers over MCR, but did that deter me from getting tickets in Philly for the 7th of May, AND MSG on the 9th of May?
Ohhhh. Noooooo...especially MSG. Thanks to a You Tube Video with MCR being interviewed on Australia Day, in answer to quite an entertaining interviewer's question regarding Liza Minelli, Gerard Way commented that "If they ever played 'The Garden', since Liza is based in NYC, she might join them on stage. I wouldn't miss this for a lifetime of Starbuck's Sulawesi Beans.

Oh, just a comment about the S//K icon I used in the last post. It is a trademark of sorts for MCR's rhythm guitarist, Frank Iero's company, Skeleten Crew. Sorry I didn't make that clear.
If you live near one of the venues that, as of this typing, still have tix to offer, go for it.
And Have Fun!

Are ya Bored?

While I attempt to dig out from My Present Personal Hell, I am giving you some playtime to occupy your Own Personal Hell.
If you have a problem with someone, you know how to "Spread the Venom" (hint:copy/paste/e-mail).

Bored? ((Over 100 questions))

[*] Part 1 -- The Basics [*]

What's your name? Emilyrose
Birthplace New Brunswick, NJ

Age Unlisted
Age you act 26
Current location New Jersey

Eye color brown
Hair color brown
Right, lefty or ambidextrous? righty
Zodiac sign? Scorpio
Height? 5'3"

[*] Part 2 -- Describe [*]
Your heritage/nationality Italian/Hungarian/German
Your hair shapeless
Your fears failure & regret
Your perfect room "my" room in Chris Gorell-Barne's home in Kent
What you practically do in a day nothing

[*] Part 3 -- What is/are... [*]
Words you overuse Oh, god
Phrases you overuse hating life right now
Your first thought when you wake up ahh, shit, another day?
Your greatest accomplishment there isn't any
Something you want to do die in England

[*] Part 4 -- This or that [*]
Pepsi or Coke Coke (cherry, done up at a soda fountain)
McDonald's or Burger Kings McDonald's ( ex: veggie burgs fm "The King")
Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera Brittany
Chocolate or vanilla no contest-both
Adidas or Nike Nike
Black or white " I want it painted BLACK"
Bills or Coins ((Think $$$)) Bills
Burgers or hot dogs burgers
Egypt or France France
Rock or rap I WANNA ROCK!

[*] Part 5 -- Do you...[*]
Smoke Never
Cuss always, I'm from Jersey, it's tradition
Sing well yes
Sing in the shower no
Talk to yourself always, (the only conversation I have)
Believe in yourself Noooooooo!
Like taking these longass surveys? kills time...
Play an instrument yup
Want to go to college? yup
Want to get married? I think I missed that particular boat...
Want to have children? ditto
Think you're a health freak? when I can afford the $$$ to be
Get along with your parents yeah, they're Dead!
Get along with your siblings? Hell, No! ( not even the Dead One )
Think you're popular fuck, no

[*] Part 6 -- In the past month have you [*]
Gone out of state no
Drank alcohol no
Smoke no
Get high yes
Done any drugs Rx, lots...
Eaten an entire box of Oreos? in my dreams - can't get those at a food bank...
Been on stage no
Gone skinny dipping shit, no
Been dumped yup
Dyed your hair no
Stolen anything no

[*] Part 7 -- Your friends! =D [*]
Craziest Wesley
Loudest (vacant)
Most shy (vacant)
Blondest ??????
Smartest David

Kindest Danielle
Best personality a four way tie
Most talented Wesley (was a DJ, awesome)
Best singer dunno
Most ghetto yo, Wes is my boy!
Drama Queen ((or King XP)) I've been away from the Theatre too long...
Pain in the ass pass...
The one you just want to strangle to death ((Homer Simpson style)) no one
Funniest Louche Tabby
Best person for advice David
Dependable David
Trustworthy David

Druggie none
Most likely to end up in jail no one
Person you've known the longest David

[*] Part 8 -- The Last... [*]
Last dream Suzanne calling me (my friend who died 3/5/08)
Last nightmare recently, I woke up screaming...

Car ride today, before the police impounded it
Last time you cried see above for your first clue...
Last movie seen The Sixth Sense
Last movie rented The Queen
Last book read No Reservations by Anthony Bourdain
Last word said FUCK!
Last curse word said above with "Mother" as a prefix
Last time you laugh I honestly can't remember-last Thanksgiving?
Last phone call called Maria to pick me up from the E.R.
Last CD played American Idiot - Green Day
Last song you listened to Running from the Rain - Thursday
Last annoyance the police taking me to the e.r. for suicidal ideation, and being sent to wait in "chairs"-I left...no one noticed...
Last IM a month ago
Last weird encounter today
Last person you hugged hasn't been anyone in a while
Last person you yelled at my reflection in the bathroom mirror
Last time you wore a skirt I always wear skirts
Last time you've been evil I'm always evil - ask Deb (death threats, the lot...)
Sarcastic? "Acid Tongue" is my nickname
Last time you fought with your parents/significant other N/A
Last time you wished upon a star a month ago, I guess
Played Truth or Dare never played
Spent quality time alone I'm alone all the time, there's no quality to it, tho

[*] Part 9 -- I swear this is the last one! -- Randomness [*]
Are you talking to someone on AIM/AOL/Messenger? no
Do you feel lonely yes and no
Ever TP'd someone's house no- TP's too effin expensive
How about egging someone's house missed that joy in life, too
Do you not like dislike not like me? sorry, didn't get that one?
Ain't Eminem and 50 Cent just fine? nope
Yo Momma _______ what about her, smartass???
Ever been so hungry you felt like you could eat the person next to you? Yes
What do you think of George Bush? Who? That Redneck from Texas?!
Any secret fetishes? yup
Do you like to wear chains? O_o: velvet ones
How many languages do you speak? 1 1/2
Damn.. are your fingers tired? Cause mine sure are! used to it...
Glad this is over? yeah

"She looks so natural. It's like she is just sleeping"

What a stinking lie. That has to be in the Guinness Book of world Records for the Dumbest Thing to come out of anyone's mouth. Ever.

I went to my friend and Mentor's funeral viewing today. I could not stay for the actual services, because from the time I caught glimpse of Suzanne, I lost it. I went up and knelt next to her, trying to remember a prayer, like a good Catholic School Survivor should be able to do. But all I did was began weeping, openly. And did not stop, for the 80-odd minutes I managed to stay secluded in the back row. The Funeral Home where the wake was held has an excellent reputation, but quite frankly, if Suzanne was hovering about, she'd have been appalled. Yes, she died of Cancer, and it is a brutal, emaciating disease. But all I could see of Suzanne was the Mortician's wax, seemingly applied with a putty knife. They left her eyes sunken in, and really, quite frankly, she looked like what she was - a corpse. A ghastly, white, dead body. Not the woman I remember going to tea shops with on a Saturday afternoon, and spending Thanksgiving Day with, just the two of us.
I noted, before I left that I was the only one crying. Maybe once the Priest arrived and the actual service started it was different, but I couldn't chance staying that long.

A lot of very bad feelings are surfacing for me, and I'm frightened of them. I'm lucky, no, Blessed to have my FuzzBabies.
I felt I could somehow keep myself relatively safe. I thought back in January I would get a low-paying job in no time. Two weeks ago I signed up for my 8th agency, and the young woman was compassionate. I nearly begged her for anything. She made a comment that in her nearly 7 years of working as a Staffing agent, she'd never seen it this slow. She said that in the previous 2 weeks, the agency had only 3 orders. Now my car is broke, I'm snowed under and I see no way out.

Except for the Kittehs, I'd be where I was in October, 2002.

Excuse me while I go wake one up for some kitty therapy.

Requiem

Last night at 6:16 pm, I had a call from a former student of my Voice and Piano Teacher, Suzanne Ferris Hammer, telling me she had passed away from Uterine Cancer after a 2 and a half year struggle. She passed at 2:38 p.m. that afternoon, March 5th. I was told where the services will be and will be further informed of the arrangements as they are finalized.

I had known Suzanne since early piano and later, voice lessons. That was 30 years. When while I was in college, she told me one day with a smile, "Well, Rosie, I've taught you all I know..." I didn't want to stop seeing her every week. I didn't have to. We went out every Saturday, before my Dark Ages set in. We had cappuccino and brioche, spent hours in bookstores and in New Hope, Pa. She took me into Manhattan many times, showed me her "old neighborhood" on the Upper West Side. Taught me how to sing English Art Songs, Madrigals and Mozart arias. I was in a few of the plays she directed, even. As much as I hated acting, I'd do anything for her. She was my surrogate mother, my best friend, my sister. Our birthdays were 3 days apart, and she always picked up a Horoscope book for me when she got her own. She was into metaphysics and crystals back in the '50's, before it was "cool". The one piano piece I'll always associate with her is Shumann's "Scenes from Childhood". She loved Yorkshire Terriers, and at the time of her death owned 4 of them. I'm sure she made provisions for them.

Her husband, Emmanuel, ("Manny" to everyone else) passed in 1984. They had no children. So she "adopted" a few of her favourite students. I was blessed to be one of them.

As for my previous posting, I have no confirmation of my nemesis' demise. I don't expect one. Suzanne filled the void my so-called "dysfunctional" family left.
I don't, well, DIDN'T need anyone else.

So, just a note about the kittehs. I have plenty of food for them, at the expense of my own pantry, but no matter. THEY are my family now.

I intend to keep writing, only on another site. I've made friends there. It's a creative writing site, and very cathartic.

I hope whoever comes across this, even in bitter curiosity, has peace in their lives, as I mean no one malice, and never did.

Goodbye from the Royals.
The Queen Mother is Dead.

Something from Nothing

Just a short nonsense sort of post today. Can't find the picture of Emily I was going to post with it, which is probably for the best.

I ran into an old childhood friend yesterday, who expressed sympathy to me about my brother "Butch". I knew what he was about to say, that he had died. I asked Frankie when he heard, and he said "oh, 2005, maybe 2006." Frankie is an African American, and it's not in their culture to be alienated from family members, so he seemed shocked when I told him I hadn't spoken to either of my brothers since my father died in 1995.

I'm not sorry to hear he's gone. Something told me after a 2 and-a-half-pack a day habit of Marlboro Reds and never using sunscreen on repeated exposure to the Jersey Shore sun, some sort of Cancer would be after him.

I have many reasons not to feel grief about this, but one reason to feel anger. I was never told he died. Regardless that we were mortal enemies since my birth, when he was sixteen years old,
I thought I might have recieved a death notice in the mail, at least.

I called my brother Jon's "domestic partner", Bernard and left a message for him at work. I told the young woman who answered the phone if he would please confirm that one of my brothers had died. Poor thing, she sounded flustered.

Bernard never called.

Apart from Butch's success in screwing me out of a third of my father's estate, and the trauma he relentlessly inflicted on me while growing up, I have to find a way to let the hatred go now.

I've been saving something for my own memorial service, if there ever will be one. There is a song by Green Day called (ironically) "Good Riddance (Time of your Life)" In deference to my parents, who I'm jealous as H&%# that HE got to see again before I did, I'm going to quote a passage of it here. It's as close to a prayer as I can come.

Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road

Time grabs you by the wrist, directs you where you go

So make the best of this test, and don't ask why

It's not a question, but a lesson learned in time

It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right.

I hope you had the time of your life.

Billy Joe Armstrong

...Swan Song...Down Curtain...Up House Lights....

Anybody Out There?

Even Blogger thought I was Dead.

It told me I didn't have an account, and would I like to open one?

Thought that was kind of Blogger.

Well, just thought I'd post a few photos of The Kittehs, who are healthy, happy, and are well-fed. Well, happiness is relative. Take Emo-Marigold, who insisted I post the 2 'black' photos to the left...She said they reminded her of me...I have to agree with her...













BRUTUS is HUGE. And quite strong. I don't think

he knows that the post lying on the floor doesn't

want to play with him anymore.

So, Emo Marigold likes to pass time on the

'Lektric Blankie'.

She allows her (somewhat) older brother to join her sometimes.

As illustrated in top photo...

...I don't think those are the moments I have an anti-depressant go missing...

She just found out yesterday that My Chemical Romance is coming

to Philadelphia May 2nd, and that tickets go on sale this Saturday.

She HATES me at the moment. I explained to her there's no $$$ for

tickets, so she goes about pouting all day.
HOWEVER, it has not put her off her Tem-Tay-Shuns. Nope.

It takes a certain amount of energy to be Emo if you're going to do it PROPERLY...hence the razor, rosary and black rose in my honor.

I think she'd like to see those etched into my headstone...

y'know, so would I...

We'll catch ya later. Knowing me, it may be in the Afterlife.

TTFN...

(Sorry this post is such a mess...but then, so is it's author...)

We are "Going on the Road" soon!

Just Look At What Our Queen Mum is planning

to get for us once she gains emloyment!!!

While this kind present given us a year

and some months ago remains a sentimental

favourite of the Royals, the ledges are beyond

repair and no longer support their weight.

It shall be delegated to where all well-used items

of feline pleasure are laid to rest.

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Hello to all our true and loyal furriends!

We appreciate all of you who have stuck by us through thick and thin! Thank you those who have not judged us by what may be about out in the Blogosphere.

2007 started out quite a pleasant year, but by years end, was not one I will look forward to with unbridled pleasure.

We, as always appreciate the purrayers directed Our way, and take comfort in them!

On a lighter note, We hope all of Our furriends got everything their little fuzz-y hearts desired!

QM finds herself without a job, and has been searching and interviewing several times a week since the last week in November.

There is one slight glimmer of hope! Please keep your paws crossed for

Her!

Two weeks ago today, She interviewed for 2 positions in a Bridal Salon! Well, QM has had a lifelong passion to work in a salon, handling all those beautiful gowns, and most importantly, gently guiding the young Brides-to-Be on how to conduct oneself whilst wearing the most elaborate gown they will ever wear in their lifetimes!

Now, back in the day, QM did floristry designs exclusively for bridal parties. She feels, as did the assistant manager who interviewed her, that she was perfect for the job, and virtually offered her the positions on the spot! However, because of the weather being so beastly that day, the Manager of the shop did not make it in, although, ever prompt, QM was 30 minutes EARLY and waited in her car until the scheduled time!

QM phoned the Manager to offer to see her for a second interview, and was greeted warmly, with "I'm so glad you called!". In one of her capacities, QM will be assisting brides-to-be and others planning elegant gatherings in choosing the most tasteful invitations for their respective galas.

QM must meet the "District Manager" of the invitation designer, and at the same time, meet with the manager. Well, to say We have all been on pins and needles is an understatement!

My, We Have made up for some time by this post, haven't we?!

As the title "Going on the Road Soon" implies, be on the lookout for the Royals to "Reinvent" themselves!

(Princess Marigold had long been brooding to be more "grunge" in her appearance)

We'll see where this "road trip" takes us!

Hope to see you all in the "mosh pit"!

Blessings to you all!

(I fear we are going to need them!)

~~~~~Perfectly Parker's Par-tay!!!~~~~~

TRH Prince Brutus and Princess, join HM Queen Emily in a respite before the Festivities!

What a giddy beginning to a Weekend!

Our new Fur-riend Parker has invited Us to teleport to his lovely home this day for a Party in his Bean's Lovely home in O-Hi-O, (that is in the USA, not too far from Our American Home in New Jersey, in fact!). Do visit Parker at http://www.perfectlyparker.blogspot.com/ for the scrumptious details!

We have begun to prepare Ourselves for a good time, and one of the visual treats We like to have is a viewing of one of Our favourite videos.

So, Courtesy of You Tube and Corey Williams, please do enjoy this video!

Warmest Greetings to All Those Closest to Our Hearts!

It feels as though it has been an age and a day since We last took pleasure in writing to you all.
Much has transpired, and much of that needs to be left in silent prayer and meditation within Our Hearts.

Our year, whilst as undulating as we are sure you find your own to be, has been overall good to Us. Our Birthday suprise was so much just that! Greetings from so many of you, and We are absent of our manners in not acknowledging each and every one of them individually. Please know, all your good Birthday Wishes were Our Most Treasured Gift of All. To be thought of kindly and to have you take time out of your very busy schedules to post Us a greeting, yes, even in Our Advanced Years, and lack of Character, was taken to heart and will be treasured always.

We would like to thank the Ace of all Re-purr-ters, K.C., for reporting on the Cat Blogosphere a day which We have to admit, We needed a showing of affection. One needs affection daily if One is to flourish, don't you find?

We wish you all, Our Kindhearted Loyal Subjects a most Blessed Cristmas, and the Happiest of New Years!
With Warmest regards,
The Royal House of Myres
HM Rose, the Queen Mother
HM Queen Emily
HRH Prince Brutus
HRH Princess Marigold

Good Friday to you all!

How We do miss you when life seems to take away the minutes which would allow us to visit more often with Our Most Loyal Subjects. (Shhh...this is Marigold...Queen Mum just had a Puurthday, and we always hear her mumblin' sumthin' 'bout "the old gray matter ain't what it usta be". We think she has what Beans call "Senior Moments"...but Queen Mum feels like a kid, and acts like one a lot of the time, so she SHOULD have 'nuff time to go to school, feed us stinky goodness, clean our litterbox, practice schoolwork on the 'puter, clean the House an' all that other Bean Stuff AND STILL let ya'll know how We Royals are doin', right?! Ohh! Here she comes, gotta dash!) Now where was I?
Oh yes, I wanted to thank you all for the birthday wishes, We had a most pleasant day! A schoolmate of mine treated me to Luncheon, and We received warmest greetings from Our friends, The Zoo, pacoandfriends, KC, Missy, Bear and ML, grr, midnight and cocoa and their Lady, Danielle and Jake, Rosie, Princess Fuzzaduzz, and Mr. Hendrix sang us the most lovely rendition of Happy Puurthday I have ever heard! Our Most Gracious Godmother Deb sent All the Royals a box of treats, and We recieved a beautiful Rose Quartz ring designed by Robyn of Crystals and Jewelry that was Commissioned by Godmother Deb as well! Yes, this was a very happy birthday, indeed!
We would also like to thank all of Our friends who have been purraying for us, because Our Lord and Creator has been listening very closely! Tomorrow, The Royals Uncle Davy will be escorting the Queen Mum to New York to pick up a car which was donated to her through a Blessed Organization called "1-800-Charity Cars". It is a green 1999 Saturn SL2!
Tomorrow will be exciting for Us Royals, as HM Queen Emily will see Uncle Davy for the first time in 5 months, and finally Their Royal Highnesses Prince Brutus and Princess Marigold will have the opportunity to meet the Uncle they have heard so much about! Queen Mum will have to show Our albums of photos since We arrived on June 24th, so We expect him to visit for quite a while...
We would like to thank you for visiting us, and Queen Mum mentioned a plan for a video...featuring Prince Brutus...when he's ready for his close-up...
Have a Blessed Weekend!

Good Monday Morning to All!

We apologise for not posting on Sunday as promised. No excuses...Queen Mum was distracted AGAIN...(We really must summon The Royal Physician to have a look at her!)

In Any Event, We have been experiencing true Technical Difficulties with Both Blogger and You Tube, where we downloaded the video(s). One video is loaded and ready to be viewed, the second, well, it reads "Image Coming". It's READ "Image Coming" since Friday. We tried to upload the video this morning, so we shall see. Perhaps both Blogger and You Tube are taking a long Columbus Holiday as well. We hear good bargains can be had at the Markets today. We wouldn't know of such things, since We never carry money, and we have staff for the more mundane things in life like shopping.



A bit about today's photos. HRH Princess Marigold was quite upset about the NY Yankees humiliating loss to the Detroit Tigers, it was near impossible to keep her still! Se WAS consoled by the fact that Her Most Favoured Shot Stop, Sir Derek Jeter was 5 for 5, but was looking forward to a "Subway Series" between the "Yanks" (Her term, not Ours...We refrain from Profiling in as much as is possible) and the NY Mets. Perhaps Next Year, Dear Marigold. For consolation, We must search for a Jeter Jersey for her.

HRH Prince Brutus is betwixt looking like a Kitten and a Cat at this point in his life. When playing or Insisting that Stinky Goodness be served FORTHWITH, the Kitten returns. HM Queen Emily finds this causes her to have headache. She went to hide beneath her bed last night, after Stinky Goodness Evening Banquet.

We do hope you have a lovely day!
Thank you for visiting!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5VpXhn9Xus


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkJOcrBMPh4

Here are the linkys to the videos...if you do not see anything but a "Coming Soon" notice, please do tell, as we will have to send Queen Mum to put the bitey on them!! She SO enjoys doing her own battles on days like today!

Warmest Greetings to Our Most Favoured Subjects!

We are currently deciding on further photos to load, as well as 2 videos, so far. We all have an extra day in Our weekend this time, and We want to make the best of it, as having you all visit and spend time with Us is the most enjoyable Duty!

We hope the change of weather is agreeing with you. It has been a rather abrupt change to late fall around here. Queen Mother Rose has been feeling somewhat unwell, but will no doubt recover by tomorrow.

Please have a Blessed Saturday, and We will be posting again Tomorrow.

Our Dearest, Most Loyal Subjects!!

We wanted to take a moment to send Our Greetings to all of you!
We have been in receipt of messages of concern because I have again neglected my Duty to keep this blog current, as to reassure you that We in the Royal House of Myres are well and thriving, and to provide you new photos of the Royals that are the images of vigor and health!
I have a three-day-weekend, and I can assure you, Our Beloved Subjects of the Realm, That We will be posting, beginning Saturday, photographs and Our latest chit-chat. Our Dearest Subjects, We look forward to seeing you again here, on Rose and the Royals Saturday, the 7th October, 2006. We have sorely missed you all!
One more thing before we close with Our Blessing to you for a Good Friday; We are in reciept of e-mail communications that We will answer early this evening.
Once again, Our Humblest Apologies to you, as we meant not to concern you!
Looking forward to Our chat Saturday, We remain,

Her Majesty, Rose, Queen Mother
HM Queen Emily
HRH Princess Marigold and
HRH Prince Brutus
xoxoxoxoxooxoxoxooxoxoxox

Hello to all Our Beloved Subjects!!

Here are Our Lovely Young Royals, HRH Prince Brutus and Princess Marigold a week following their LadyGarden/Hoo-Ha-ectomies, and they are in tip-top shape! We would like to thank you all for keeping Us in your purrayers, as we did feel the energies of Our Creator At Work to guide the V-E-T's hand and guide The Young Royals through a swift and "unremarkable " recovery!

HM Queen Emily was most distressed at the Queen Mother for removing the Young Royals from the House of Myres. When Queen Mum returned without them the first eve, Queen Emily looked disdainfully upon QM, turned tail and walked out of the room. When Queen Mum returned with The Young Royals next morning, a great purr of relief was heard as Queen Emily ignored the smells of "The V-E-T Hospital" upon them, and stayed close by them whilst they slept.

This morning, having forgotten to close the windows against the chilly night air, Queen Mum found that Prince Brutus and Princess Marigold discovered a "cozy" solution to the problem.We attempted to post the short videw QM took of this clever solution, but Blogger gave Us difficulties posting it...We Were Not Amused. However, there is a link to this video on You Tube by clicking on this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z34hr-8fww

We hope you had a good week, and enjoy a restful weekend! Thank you all for visiting!!

Have a Blessed Weekend!!!!!!

Good Mornng Our Dearest Subjects!

Well, Queen Mother is in an anxious mood today. Truth be known, since 11:30 p.m. last night when She was instructed to withhold food and water from Their Royal Highnesses, Prince Brutus and Princess Marigold. HM Queen Emily, apart from being hungry and thirsty herself, seems to be empathising with The Young Royals as she, too, once Bravely and with Great Fortitude faced her own Trial-by- V-E-T. As of this moment, all three of the Royals are playing furiously as per their usual frantic morning exercise ritual. At 9:30 a.m. this morning, QM will summon the Royal License Taxi to transport the Young Royals to the V-E-T, and will very reluctantly leave them in their care. Providence has them in His Care, of course. Queen Emily, We anticipate will search the Royal House of Myres endlessly until their safe return tomorrow.

In the mean time, We would like to leave you with a poem sent to the Royal Household by Our Most Beloved Lady ML, who is Princess Marigold's inspiration, and is adored by all the Royals.

We will post tomorrow to announce the Good News of the safe return of Prince Brutus from his Hoo-Ha-Ectomy, and of Princess Marigold from her Lady-Garden-Ectomy. In the mean time, a little prayer sent up in Their behalf as they overnight in the Recovery Kennels with their favourite blankie, given them while mere kits by Our Most Gracious Godmother Deb will hopefully lull them into a peaceful slumber overnight. To All Our Favoured Subjects, have a Blessed Day!

Do Not Go Peaceable to That Damn Vet
by Dylan Thomas's Cat

Do not go peaceable to that damn vet,
A cat can always tell a trip is due,
Hide, hide, when your appointment time is set.

Wise cats who watched, and learned the alphabet,
And never let men know how much they knew,
Do not go peaceable to that damn vet.

Young cats who want to keep their claws to whet
On sofa legs, and save their privates, too,
Hide, hide when your appointment time is set.

Sick cats, poor things, whose stomachs are upset,
But hate to eat some vile-smelling goo,
Do not go peaceable to that damn vet.

Old cats who have no wish to sleep just yet,
And plan to live another year or two,
Hide, hide when your appointment time is set.

And though your human sweetly calls his pet,
Or rants and raves until his face is blue,
Do not go peaceable to that damn vet,
Hide, hide when your appointment time is set.

From the book by Henry Beard
Poetry for Cats: The Definitive Anthology of Distinguished Feline Verse

MY HOW THEY'VE GROWN!!! Good Sunday Morning!

We were made aware just last week that HRH Prince Brutus has grown so big in just the past 10 weeks, that poor Princess Marigold oftentimes gets "shoved out of the way" as the Prince stretches in his sleep! Princess Marigold seems to be remaining a kitten of petite stature. She is so closely bonded with the Prince that she never registers a complaint when she finds shared quarters tight now that the Prince has hit his "growth spurt". Queen Mum is anxiously awaiting September 14th, as she prays the spurt that Prince Brutus is undergoing remain one of growth, and nothing else. One shudders to think...

On our last post, Skeeeeezix the Cat offered an opinion on The Queen Mum's Pet Peeve at the moment, that of the Demotion of Planet Pluto. Mentioning The Food Lady being a Scorpio, this is what concerns QM as well, since Queen Mum is also a Scorpio. It seems such misfortunes have befallen The Royal House of Myres since this dastardly deed was done! We Are Not Amused. We have consulted with the Royal Astrologists on this matter, and expect a favourable outcome to this situation. That is, if they know what is good for them... This is all We have to say on the topic at this time.

We do hope that all of our Loyal Subjects are safe after the passing of the Tropical Depression along the East Coast of the Realm. Things were quite dramatic here, but all is well.

We hope you enjoy this long Holiday week-end! Rest well, and thank you for visiting!

Have a Blessed Day!

Good Morning, Friends!

We have been having a steady amount of rain since this Saturday past, and visitors to the Court, such as the young fellow spending some time at Our Gates with HRH Queen Emily have not had opportunity to visit Us. He seems a nice enough chap, as We have seen him near Our Terrace before, but he did forget protocol, and proceded, as We understand Young Puurson's present vernacular, to "chill '' with the Queen. Ever the polite Monarch, Queen Emily joined the young visitor in a similar posture, so as not to embarrass Her Most Loyal Subject. They chatted pleasantly for a bit, at which time, Our Young Subject excused himself and, bowing to the Queen, made his way elsewhere. The Queen finds all manner of God's Species quite entertaining!

The Queen Mum was quite upset over the matter of the Veterinarian's office policy where the Young Royals had gone to last Thursday for their injections. They are now required to forward the Young Royal's medical record to the Queen Mum, as she Was Not Amused by the conduct of the office staff. Well, these records have yet to arrive. In the meantime, an appointment was made at Our New Veterinarian's offices for this coming Thursday, August 31st for The Procedures each of the Young Royals must undergo. It is their duty to represent Responsible
Behaviours within Royal as we as Non-Royal Households regarding the health, safety and well-being of Young Ones of both species. HRH Prince Brutus is due to have his Hoo-Ha-ectomy, and HRH Princess Marigold, her Ladigardenectomy. What was not made clear to Us, was that the pre-procedure exam could be made on the same day as the procedures. When Queen Mum called to confirm the appointment and pre-operative preparations (she remembered the pre-operative ritual from when The Queen bravely went in for her ladigardenectomy 2 years back, but wanted to verify all was the same), the young lady informed Us that the actual procedures were not scheduled, but this time, QM recieved a POSITIVE date of Thursday, September 14th.
They will have their food and water removed at 12am midnight, and be taken to hospital by 10am Thursday morning, and have their procedures during Surgery Hours Midday. QM was informed that Prince Brutus would be able to return home that evening, but the Doctor recommended the Princess stay overnight. Queen Mum was stunned by the prospect of the two Young Royals being separated even for one night, as they have never, from birth, been separated. The kindly young woman must have sensed this, and quickly offered, "Oh, the Prince may stay with the Princess overnight, and they both may return home Friday morning!"
At that kindness, QM was able to exhale and thank the young woman for her kindness. QM plans to have their favourite blankie tucked into the recovery chambers for the two Young Royals as they overnight in Hospital.
The Queen Mother will be most pleased when this responsibility and duty of the Family is finally n the past. For some bewildering reason, it seems the simplest communications and efforts have been presenting quite upsetting news and needing looking after these past 2 weeks. QM has a theory...would you like to share in it? She feels that the humble Planet Pluto is quite irate at the demotion by those who have been reared to regard him as a planet due the respect that all planets are due. They, in fact, stole Pluto's dignity, and it must saddle him with great sadness and loss to think schoolchildren everywhere will think him less than the planet, an Honour to which he has become accustomed. We here, at the Royal House of Myres are quite distressed, as Pluto was the Queen Mum's favourite of all planets. What say you all?

Whilst it seems the Blogger has not a case of indigestion at the moment, we will attempt to post while we have the opportunity! Queen Mum has plenty of return visits to pay today and tomorrow.

We do ask that you please keep Luna in your puuayers, as of last word, she still is lost in that frightful forest. Also, please join the memorial to Trixie Meezer, a most Noble Lady who crossed over to the Rainbow Bridge Tuesday Morning. If you would be so kind, please consult Our Friend's site, www.Kat'sCatoftheDay.blogspot.com for information regarding a Memorial Service in Trixie's Honour.

Thank you all for visting, as always! Have a blessed day!

Good Day to Everyone!

We had already attempted to post this morning, but it seems Blogger has misplaced Our efforts.

C'est la vie...

Today We would like to respond to Sir Pounce, of the House of Katnippia, who "tagged" HRH Princess Marigold to reveal five puuursonal facts about herself. The Princess had a bit of difficulty choosing only 5, but with the Queen Mother's help, We believe we have five facts that may entertain you all!

Fact #1.

Princess Marigold has quite the refind palate, and especially likes salmon, as prepared by Queen Mum. She and Her brother, HRH Prince Brutus will come to inspect Queen Mum's plate, and being quite amused by their curiosity, QM will carefully take bits of the salmon, cool them, and offer each about 4 bits. We are about to share a confidence with you, as what We are about to reveal may be misinterpreted as unseemly behaviour for a Young Princess. The Princess has a very healthy appetite, and will finish her portion, and go over to her brother's portion and finish his off, as well!

Fact #2.

In keeping with the first fact revealed, Princess Marigold enjoys serving as sous chef to the QM when She is preparing meals, on Cook's half-day off. The Princess will climb the Queen Mum's robes until she can perch on Her shoulder, and will offer advice as to seasoning, side dishes, wine selections and the like. This is a trait that must have been learned in Her time with Our Most Gracious Godmother Deb, who is quite the Gourmet Cook! In her youth, the Princess must have enjoyed the aromas from Godmother Deb's kitchen!

Fact #3.

It is well known amongst the Household that the Princess has developed a fine technique of Classic Greco-Roman wrestling! This she learned from Her brother, as He bonded with the Princess from birth, and would play-wrestle with her. Being a petite 4 pounds, she often will "take down" the Prince, who weighs in at 5.7 pounds! At times, the Queen Mum will offer the Princess an unfair advantage by holding the Prince down, but that is rare, only when QM has had a nip too many of Fine Port wine...

Fact #4.

Princess Marigold has a favourite toy amonst the many Our Godmother Deb has made gifts of, and it is one she has had from her very early days; a shiny green mouse which rattles when it is tossed. She also will play happily with the plastic ring that comes from a container of milk. After a time, Queen Mum will toss it into the rubbish bin, to prevent any possibility of ingestion. The Princess will sniff about for it a bit, then move on to an authentic toy, one safe to play with.

Fact #5.

The Princess conducts Herself in a true Royal fashion whilst out in public. Last week, she had occasion to visit the Veterinarian for her shots, and was SO brave, she continued to purr, even whilst the injections were being administered. We were Most Pleased!

In general, Princess Marigold is growing into quite the lovely Royal of Refined Manners and Sensibilities. HM Queen Emily sees to her education to insure a Lovely Adult Princess.

We thank you for visiting with Us today and hope you have a Pleasant week ahead!

Okay.

What am I supposed to do? I have had a Horrendous Week, and it's going into another weekend of more of the same, so, you all tell me...what do I do? Do I give up on MY OWN BLOG, TOO?! I thought THIS SITE was MY PLAYGROUND, and a place where some people may like to take a passing glance at my cat and kittens.
Especially since I really only reincarnated this blog to help give myself another way of watching my kittens grow. I am emotionally drained right now, and can't decide a thing.

So tell me, what should I do?

Before and Current photos of HRH Prince Brutus. The 1st picture was taken on June 24, 2006, about an hour after his arrival from Our Most Favoured Godmother Deb's home in Houston, Tx.

The second photo was taken within the last 2 weeks. He seems to look a bit like a furry Eggplant, growing there, doesn't he?!

We hope everyone is well and having a good week so far. Princess Marigold needs to respond to being "tagged" by Katnippia. We expect to complete that challenge tomorrow. Until then, have a good day.

Good Sunday Morning, Everyone!

We have been side-stepping Our responsibility, and for that We do apologise. It has been awhile now since Sir Pounce, of the House of Katnippia, "tagged" HRH Princess Marigold to reveal five puursonal facts about Herself. Well, to be truthful, She has had a difficult time deciding on which facts to share with Our Faithful Subjects, as she has so many endearing traits. She believes now, with Queen Mum's assistance, she has a suitable list, done in good fun and sport to share.

Fact #1.

Her Highness delights in escaping from her collar, much to the dismay of Queen Mum. But she has yet to find a place to hide it where QM cannot find it!

Fact #2.

Princess Marigold, weighing a mere four pounds, is quite an accomplished wrestler! She has her brother, HRH Prince Brutus to thank for that. This does leave the Prince in a pickle now, as Her Highness often uses fine Greco-Roman maneuvers to "take down" her 5.7oz brother.

Fact #3.

Her Highness is fast becoming quite the gourmet sous chef! She will climb up to Queen Mum's shoulder to assist in spices and herb selection, and is quite willing to taste the food as it is being prepared. The Princess has quite the refind palate!

Fact #4.

HRH Queen Emily has taken the Princess underer wing, so to speak, and Princess Marigold is a quick study. She is an example of refinement, contrasting with The Prince, who is quite typical of a Young Royal; fortunately, We have been able to keep some of his, shall we say, rowdy behaviours out of those dreadful newspapers. We hope in time Princess Marigold will show her brother by example how a Royal must conduct themselves. We are most pleased with HRH Princess Marigold!

Fact #5.

The Princess does have a very hearty appetite, especially for salmon prepared by The Queen Mum. QM is quite amused by the Young Royals "demands" to have a taste, and so will carefully cool several bits for each of them. This must also stay out of the papers, if you would be so kind, as it could be misinterpreted as gluttony instead of the Princess' refind palate appreciating a well cooked piece of salmon; she will eat her portion with gusto, then take the Prince's bits as well!

Princess Marigold, on the whole, is a delight to be with, and We are most pleased and amused by her youthful vigor and antics!

Thank you all for visiting! Have a pleasant week!

Good Sunday Morning, Our Loyal Subjects!

Today, it is HRH Prince Brutus' turn to participate in the "Five Things About You" game that You have all been participating in. Prince Brutus was "tagged" by Sir Junior Man of the Royal House of Iceland. He is most pleased to have been selected to play this game, as HM Queen Emily did so enjoy her turn!

So here are the Five habits/things that Prince Brutus indulges in.

1.) The Prince loves to "help" Queen Mum make the Royal Bed up in the mornings, however, he tends to make more lumps than he smoothes out.

2.) Royal Decorum aside, The Prince makes himself the fool when shown what he refers to as a "fev-ver" toy. Our Most Gracious Godmother Deb, SWMBO, had sent several feather toys for the Royals, and they are the Prince's favorite. Next only to whatever HRH Princess Marigold is playing with at the time.

3.) The Prince has copied Queen Emily's lead and is now a faucet drinker. Sometimes, being as rude about it as pushing Her Majesty aside for his turn!

4.) Water holds great attraction for the Prince, actually. The 4th silliest thing he does is hop into the shower as Queen Mum is finishing up. Once the faucet stops, he likes to assist Queen Mum dry off by licking her ankles. Queen Mum allows this, as she believes it must be good for her circulation. However, a few days ago, the shower drain backed up, and the water rose to above-ankle height. Not realizing this, Prince Brutus jumped in as usual, and found himself tummy-deep in soapy water. This time, Queen Mum had to dry the Prince off.

5.) Lastly, Prince Brutus has honed his skills as a Ladies' Cat to the highest order. One must admit, the Prince does have a good eye for the female form! When Queen Mum has Tea with a Ladyfriend, the Prince wastes no time in making her acqaintence. If he favours one especially, he will leave a token of his affection in her handbag. The Lady in question is always suprised when reaching into her bag to find one of the Prince's favourite toys.

Well, there it is then! Prince Brutus would like to thank Sir Junior Man of the Royal House of Iceland for the challenge!

And now, The Prince wishes to "tag" his first Love, Sanjee, of The House of (Mostly) Black Cats. Simply in the spirit of good sport, of course...

Thanks to all for visiting Us this Sunday. Have a Blessed Day!

Hello, Our Loyal Subjects!

We apologise for not fulfilling Our Royal Duties by publishing on a regular basis. We are working to rectify this matter, and ask your indulgences as we do so. Thank you all!

Well, several days ago, HM Queen Emily was "tagged" by Missy of the Sherwood Household to participate in a game which involves HM the Queen to openly confide 5 things about Herself. Without further ado, here are 5 things about HM Queen Emily.

1. She has a secret wanderlust, which has Queen Mum guarding the door to prevent her eloping outdoors unawares of the Family.

2. She does not favour treats, until today! We received our parcel from Robyn at the House of the (Mostly) Black Cats, in which our adoptive 'ramic kitty Daisy arrived! Mom Robyn made sure Daisy brought some stinky goodness with her, as well as a catnip toy, which the Queen favors greatly, but the treats Daisy bought with her! They are called "Whiskas Temptations". Queen Mum never saw Queen Emily enjoy ANY treat before these! We are most indebted to Daisy for bringing them along!

3. The Queen enjoys human companionship, but on her own terms. She will snuggle at bedtime with Queen Mum, asking for a massage and scratches, then, when she has had enough, she abruptly ends the session with a quick bite and a turn of her tail.

4. Queen Emily's most favoured pasttime is cuddling with the Organic Catnip bag that Our Most Favoured ML Sherwood sent to Us. The Young Royals are, alas, too young for the pleasures of catnip as yet. Queen Mum says "give them a few months!"

5. HM the Queen does NOT like table scraps WITH THE EXCEPTION OF- Liver! Beef, Veal, Chicken, no matter. She can smell the wonderful odours of Liver as Cook is preparing it, and can down a hefty portion off of Queen Mum's dinnerplate!

Well, there you have it. Five things about HM the Queen. Now, it is Queen Emily's turn to tag someone, and she chooses to tag her Cousin, Viscount Seaborne of the Taylor Cat House-hold.

This was most enjoyable!

Please do visit Daisy's Mom Robyn at her lovely site http://CrystalsAndJewelry.com and peruse the exquisite selection of jewelry! We have promised ourselves to make http://CrystalsandJewelry.com Our first stop on Our Christmas shopping trip!

Wishing you all a splended day!

Happy Days, Our Most Loyal Subjects!!

What a GLORIOUS SUPRISE We had last evening! The doorbell rang at about 6:00 p.m., and as Queen Mum allowed Jeeves the evening off, she answered the door personally. Our Kind Gentleman wearing Brown Shorts was at the door with a LARGE Parcel addressed to Us! Once Queen Mum carried it in, HM Queen Emily immediately began an examination of the large box, as she was anxious to play in it once it was empty. It's size was enticing to her, and she approved of it immediately. However, Our Dear Subjects, the box was only the FIRST toy! Once Queen Mum opened it, both HRH Prince Brutus and Queen Emily began to examine the interior of the box. It wasn't empty and ready to play in, as We first thought. There was this very intriquing contraption inside, pact very snugly, and and Queen Mum began to remove it, piece by piece, allowing us to inspect each piece for approval before assembling it. ( We have a faint idea where QM obtained her "carpentry" skills, but were told it was an old Family rumor; that there was not a grain of truth about the foreman of the Royal Carriage House decades ago. ) Once put together, We realized it was a Play House!Queen Mum then told us it was yet ANOTHER gift sent by Our Most Gracious Godmother Deb, She Who Must Be Obeyed! It fit PERFECTLY into Our Playcorner, where Queen Mum kept one of Our beds, filled with all the toys, also given to us by Godmother Deb! We so long to see Godmother Deb again, as we owe her HOURS of kisses, noserubs and hugs for her neverending kindnesses to us! Queen Mum is sorting out a plan to put together another 'nip bag to hang on one of the three-level upper stories of the play house.

This morning, Queen Mum awoke at 6:30 a.m. a full hour later than she had become accustomed to, as the Young Royals regularly climbed into bed with her at 5:30 a.m. for morning games. Concerned, Queen Mum came into the Great Room, only to find all three of us, Queen Emily, Princess Marigold and Prince Brutus resting on various levels of the Royal Play House! Of course, you do know what came next?! Yes, the Silver Flash Box !! (Our Most Gracious Godmother's gift to Queen Mum a few weeks ago!)

We consider ourselves Most Blessed by Our Creator to have, as a Member of Our Royal Family, a Most Gracious, Most Dear to Our Hearts, Godmother Deb!

Well, as we retire to our rejuvinating midafternoon nap, we just wanted to inform You that the Royals, HM Queen Emily, HRH Princess Marigold and Prince Brutus have all been "tagged" in this fascinating game Our Cousins have been playing, so over the week-end, We will be participating in this game and anticipate a great amount of sport and fun!

Thank You All for visiting us today! Have a Lovely Weekend!

Good Day, Our Loyal Subjects!

Today, We have been made aware of a campaign to honour those who perished in the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11th, 2001.

We at Rose and the Royals are honoring the memory of Jeffrey Coombs, age 42, who was a passenger on American Airlines Flight 11. He was a resident of Abington, Massachusetts. He is survived by his wife, Christie, and their three children, Matt, Meagan and Julia. Jeffrey was a security analyst for Compaq Computers. He boarded AA flight 11 in Boston's Logan Airport, en route to Los Angeles, CA, along with a flight crew of 11, 75 "regular" passengers, and 5 hijackers, led by Mohammad Attah. The flight was delayed in taking off from Logan, but finally recieved clearance for takeoff at 7:59 a.m. The plane is believed to have been hijacked at 8:14 a.m. Two F-15 fighter jets were scrambled from Otis AFB in Massachusetts, intended to intercept flight 11. But because Attah had switched off the transponders, the USAF pilots had no idea which direction to fly to meet the plane.

At 8:46 a.m., flight 11 crashed at roughly 490 mph into the north side of the north tower of the World Trade Center, between floors 93 and 99. It is believed the aircraft entered the tower mostly intact. People below the impact area start to evacuate; however, no one above the impact zone is able to do so.

Today is August 10th, 2006. In 32 days, we mark the 5th anniversary of this horrendous event. It is the 5th anniversary of when simple, everyday freedoms of all Americans began to be curtailed.

It is also the 5th annieversary that Christine became a widow, and when Matt, Meagan and Julia lost their father. Please join Us in prayer for Jeffrey Coombs and his family, as they approach another anniversary of a day that changed their lives as they had known it as Americans. We all thought this sort of thing was not supposed to happen here.

We were wrong.

Good Morning, Our Most Loyal Subjects!

We hope you had a restful, relaxing week-end, as We had. HM Queen Emily had a bit of peace whilst reading the Sunday papers, as the Young Royals, HRH Prince Brutus and Princess Marigold took extensive naps. Once they awakened, Princess Marigold had a look at the Gardens from Queen Emily's favourite vantage point. And Prince Brutus was quietly keeping HM the Queen Mum company as she perused her favourite websites, such as www.katscatoftheday.blogspot.com, www.missyblueeyes.blogspot.com, and links from these sites. Well, it kept Queen Mum amused for hours on end! You may find interesting links off of the addresses We've mentioned regarding all of the hard but rewarding work Our Most Gracious Godmother Deb, She Who Must Be Obeyed, Our Beloved Lady ML, and Our Angel of Mercy Karen C. have done to rescue and place in foreverafter homes distant cousins of ours who may have fallen on hard times. These are most heartwarming stories, so please do visit Our Favourite Sites today, when you find the opportunity!

Well, Queen Mum has her silver Flash Box out which can mean only one thing...We must attend to Our Duties and pose for additional Official Royal Photographs.

Thank you for visiting, and as always, have a Blessed Day!