RIP Jimmy

Today we said farewell to Jimmy, my longtime painting buddy. I’m really going to miss him...he was such a special little cat. If you've read this blog for any length of time, you're probably already familiar with how much Jimmy meant to me. 

For years, he would come into my hobby space and either a) demand to be picked up and held or b) jump up into my lap himself. Once he lost the use of his back legs 2 years ago, he'd still come downstairs to squawk at me (he didn't meow like most cats) and tell me it was time to finish up. He definitely had a large personality!

Saying goodbye to Jimmy was one of the hardest things I've ever done in my life. It, however, was time and he let us know that he was ready. At least and Bogey are reunited at the Rainbow Bridge now. 🌈

Meanwhile, it seems that Gizmo has now assumed Jimmy's hobby-related duties. 😸

Of Cats & Miniatures

Just wanted to take a quick moment to show my recent barrier to a successful hobby session.

It’s only been recently that Gizmo has been jumping up into my lap while I’m in the basement. And when he’s adamant, one has no choice but to stop and give him the attention he needs. 

I’ve been inspired to work on some 28mm American Civil War figures; my first since the medical diorama I did back in 2013. I found a box of plastic infantry from Perry Miniatures while cleaning up.

I have a total of 18 infantrymen to paint, plus an officer, two sergeants, and two standard bearers. I’ve hit a bit of a snag but hope to be finishing these guys up by the end of the week.