A pithy comic strip about life, love, lust and puthy cats.

Est. 1985

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Cat-Like Reflexes

By Jimmy Johnson


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I said I would come in today, on Saturday, to tell you a little more about the A&J T shirts that will be available soon, and so I have. To make things easier for all, you can go here for detailed information about the short-sleeve shirts and go here for information about the long-sleeve shirts. The official Gildan Web site will give you the technical details about the shirts, as well as the colors. (Remember, the short-sleeve shirts are available in Carolina blue, charcoal, military green, natural and sport gray, and the long-sleeve shirts are available in black, gold, light pink, red and sand.) There also is a size chart available. The handsome young men are not included.

I thought I would give you my general impressions of our product. These are Gildan’s “Ultra Cotton” line, the best they offer. They are 6-ounce cotton shirts, about the heaviest basic T generally available. All are from 100% American-grown cotton, except the “sport gray” version which, for some reason, is 10% polyester. However, I’ve seen it and felt it; it’s a good shirt. I have worn these shirts around for several weeks and washed them—of course. These shirts fit. When I say that, I mean they are neither clingy nor baggy. I wear a large T shirt normally, and the large Gildan is comfortable. Maybe I shouldn’t encourage you to purchase the wrong size shirt, but if you like your shirt really comfy loose, as many do, you might consider getting a size larger than normal for you. The actually colors of the shirt don’t always match up with the corresponding colors on the Web. Oddly, the shirt colors tend to be more vivid, I think. And remember, you can see the artwork on the shirts by clicking on the link at the top of this post. I’ve said about all I can say about T shirts. Now I’m going to watch the Auburn/Alabama game. War Eagle!!

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199 responses to “Cat-Like Reflexes”

  1. John in Richmond Texas Avatar
    John in Richmond Texas

    I hope I never bring up off topic stuff, but sometimes only respond to things, but I simply must tell all about some weird “OTR” old time radio 1956 talk about global warming. After the “Golden Age” of radio, Edgar Bergen had a talk, entertainment, bit of everything show. There is an April 15 1956 Edgar Bergen Hour playing this week on SiriusXM Radio Classics channel 148. yes, it’s real, not a joke skit, Bergen did lots of stuff besides Charlie McCarthy, you can go to youtube and see him hosting game shows. So anyway I only tuned in halfway and need to catch it again, but it’s a scientist or whatever of the time talking about how the world will soon change because of manmade global warming. If I read the schedule right, tune in channel 148 Tuesday 9PM EST 8CST and Friday 7AM EST 6CST, it’s an hour show, I heard it a little after halfway, don’t know when in the program the segment started.

  2. TruckerRon Avatar

    Here are a few emoticons that might work…

    :freez:
    :turkey2:
    :gobble:
    :mutt:

    If not, well, nothing ventured nothing gained.

  3.  Avatar

    Why must anyone stay on topic? He who wanders is not always lost. Love.

  4. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    John: Ah, the old “took the wrong trail” dodge. Your father’s generation would have called that “running out of gas”. 😉

    And in case you haven’t figured it out, you’re in like Flynn with the The Touching Lady. As they say in sports and politics, “It’s yours to lose”.

  5. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    :pokies:

  6. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    Dang.

  7. sandcastlerâ„¢ Avatar
    sandcastlerâ„¢

    What have I unleashed? :Shock:

    Sorry JJ 😳

  8. sandcastlerâ„¢ Avatar
    sandcastlerâ„¢

    😯

  9.  Avatar

    Ghost I do wish you were on Facebook, the rest of you go to Duckworks magazines Facebook page I moderste, administrate to see the double spinnaker on the Hooter sponsored catamaran or go to Sailing Anarchy to see the photo shopped version with sail size pokies I couldn’t or did not allow on Duckworks. And there are Hooter girls crewing.

    Pretty darn funny.

  10. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    No joy, Anonie. Went to the Sailing Anarchy web site and searched for “hooters”, got only “drone shooters”, a rant from a videographer who was shooting video of an ocean race from a helicopter that had a “close encounter” with a photo drone doing the same thing. Googling got me some Hooters powerboat pix, but no sailboats.

    I did learn a new word…”breastaurants”.

  11. Galliglo in Ohio Avatar
    Galliglo in Ohio

    I have eaten two Thanksgiving meals this week… and have enjoyed every bite! I may care the next time I step on the scales. On the other hand, I may just not step on the scales! LOL

  12. Ruth Anne in Winter Park Avatar
    Ruth Anne in Winter Park

    Gal: I’m with you on that 🙂

    I’m not a big NBA fan, not that interested in Kobe Bryant, but I do like this – http://www.theplayerstribune.com/dear-basketball/ It’s an interesting site; it seems some athletes can express themselves quite well.

  13. Mindy from Indy Avatar

    Still here. Feeling better, actually have a bit of an appetite again – but so far only one meal a day and nibbles throughout the rest. My biggest thing is liquids, definitely dehydrated, and trying to replenish the stores.

    Way off topic, but not really: My vetern clerk brings his American Legion magazines to the store to give to another veteran. The intended recipient hasn’t shown yet, and I paged theough it this afternoon while taking a quick snack break. Read an article about a Bob Hope show in Vietnam. Came home to a Time Life infomerical for a Bob Hope video collection. Found my way to YouTube. This is about and hour and a half. For the males in the audience, Raquel Welch makes several appearances in a crocheted blue and white mini-dress. Merry Christmas, and be safe this holiday season.

    https://youtu.be/8uqN5mXWHZM

  14.  Avatar

    Sorry Ghost, those Hooter were on Facebook not Web pages. I have them copied to this phone so when I get home I will try to post them here. Comments like “Houston the tits!” And similar salty comments. I contributed “Are those Twin Peaks on the horizon?” And someone else replied, “No, I believe that’s Bikini Atoll.”

    See, sailors have senses of humor?

  15.  Avatar

    Hoist not Houston, the tits! That’s what the astronauts yell to Mission Control.

  16. sandcastlerâ„¢ Avatar
    sandcastlerâ„¢

    Mindy, never got closer than 50 miles to a Bob Hope show. Guess the military felt Bob and the girls were safer with us in the field.

  17. Mark in TTown Avatar
    Mark in TTown

    And the Telegraph told me this year is the 75th anniversary of one of my favorite movies: The Bank Dick, by and starring W. C. Fields. Also in the movie is Shemp Howard as a bartender.

  18. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    Gal: I had my second Thanksgiving meal (leftovers) last evening, and the remainder of the turkey breast went onto whole wheat with a schmear of light mayo and fresh-ground black pepper tonight. (Guess you could say I had my own breastaurant meal.)

    Lady Mindy, I see that clip was “adopted” for use by the USAF…for what use I’m not exactly sure. I do remember USO shows…particularly the one where the cast set up the equipment prior to the performance, and a cute young thing wearing hot pants bent over at the waist to adjust a music stand, while facing directly away from us in the audience. It took her about four or five minutes to get that stand adjusted juuust right.

    sand, those girls probably wouldn’t have been actually safe unless you and your fellow troopers had been in Germany. 🙂

    Anonie, thanks for explaining the “Houston” remark. It, along with the fact sandcastlerâ„¢ lives there, had me a bit puzzled.

  19. Inspector Hooter Avatar
    Inspector Hooter

    Anonymous,

    The Ladies of Hooters need no hoists to keep their nipples pointed at the correct angle. This is disparaging of them and our fine establishments high hiring standards. Cease and desist your unfound remarks immediately or face legal actions. This is your one warning!

  20. sandcastlerâ„¢ Avatar
    sandcastlerâ„¢

    Good night Village. 5:30 AM is going to arrive early on Monday.

  21. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    0530 *always* arrives early.

    G’nite, mate.

  22. Ghost Rider 6 Avatar
    Ghost Rider 6

    Debbe 😉 Some warm weather eye-candy for you and the Village, as visions of orange string bikinis dance in my head. 🙂

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqepossBO5U

    By the way, I have seen LA County Lifeguards, and none of them looked anything like these guys and gals.

  23. Old Bear Avatar
    Old Bear

    GR6
    It is a long way from your Christmas Tree post but —
    Start with a small (Charlie Brown) sized one. 18″-20″
    One short string of lights – just a few decorations-
    If you get stuck come here – we are positive (some times positive about negatives)
    Bring it to your mom – be VERY positive.

    You mean watches have a self winding feature?

    (has any one done a study why watches will not keep time on some people?)
    (somebody must have figured a way to get the government to fund such a deal)

    Prayers for all – we all need them – one way or another.

  24. Old Bear Avatar
    Old Bear

    Know how to prevent sagging?

    Just eat till the wrinkles fill out.

    Good Night All