Thumper George, 1997 - 2008

I'm sorry to report to you all that our bunny, Thumper George, passed on to the golden fields of Frith this morning.

George was eleven years old, which means he's had a pretty long and happy life for a domestic bunny. In his early years, we briefly tried him out as an indoor bunny, but he (and the phone cords) preferred that he live outdoors. He shared a home his first year with (and had hoped for romance with) our guinea pig, Sweetie.

He's traveled with us for each of our six moves in the last ten years, so he was one of the most well-traveled rabbits I know. One day, he actually spoke to me...or so it seemed at the time.

Spent pansy blossoms were his particular favorite treat. I won't know what to do with my dead- headings this summer.

Here's a photo of T.G. and his big sis, Emily, taken in Wellfleet about seven years ago.

We will miss you, George.

On Christmas Day in the Morning

As always, we awoke to many surprises on Christmas Day.


And also, as always, Em was eager to jump into the fray!





A Massachusetts rabbit munches on a treat sent by a Connecticut cat.


Badum's a little more careful about the wrapping paper, especially when he can already smell the catnip nestled within!


Before long, the presents were all opened (and some of them eaten!), and it was time for a nice long nap!

Happy Easter

Posted by PicasaThe Midnight Gardener will be on the road this next week in northern New York state for another taste of early spring. Thumper George takes a break from munching dead-headed pansies to join me in wishing you all a very happy and safe Easter season.

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Having heard about an "Easter Parade", and not to be outdone by more traditional spokesrabbits, Em also sends her best wishes for the holiday weekend.

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Just a Little Nibble

Thumper George enjoys a few deadheaded calendula blossoms on an overcast afternoon.