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Here I would love to share with you our travels and adventures as international mushroom consultants. MEMOIRS about husband Pieter Vedder, who was a SCIENTIFIC PIONEER in Commercial Mushroom Cultivation Education. His practical handbook is in 9 languages and is called the MUSHROOM BIBLE: https://mariettesbacktobasics.blogspot.com/2020/08/modern-mushroom-growing-2020-harvesting.html

Thursday, June 18, 2020

I May Not Be Perfect But My Cat LOVES ME

Today just something LIGHT...
🐾 I May Not Be Perfect But My Cat LOVES ME...  🐾
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Sweet Gift of Coasters from Dear Friends in The Netherlands...
They too have a cat fur baby!

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  1. roughterrain craneJune 18, 2020 at 11:21 PM

    Noticing of not being perfect brings us a thoughtful view of the world.
    You two are now making a precious book of mushroom.
    Be healthy and stay safe.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 7:06 PM

      Dearest RTC,
      That is a very wise observation which we all ought to learn later in our life.
      We just uploaded the 2nd batch of 4 chapters each, that we proofed after our graphic designer added all the figures and tables. One more batch to go; feels great!
      Complex for typing all the physics with different characters but I've managed that part about a week ago.
      You and yours also be healthy and safe and enjoy the upcoming summer!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  2. ClaudiaJune 19, 2020 at 12:53 AM

    Oh Mariette,
    this saying is WONDERFUL! I love it!
    Wishing you and Pieter a lovely and relaxed weekend!
    Love and hugs, Claudia xo

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 7:12 PM

      Dearest Claudia,
      It indeed was a very sweet coaster and appropriate gift from dear friends.
      Hugs and happy weekend to you both.
      Mariette

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  3. Anne Hagman-NiilolaJune 19, 2020 at 4:08 AM

    Beautiful;-)

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  4. KeaJune 19, 2020 at 4:59 AM

    I LOVE this! That's what I say to myself all the time. LOL. Take care.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 7:49 PM

      Dearest Kim,
      Yes, you and I know this to be so true!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  5. Elisabeth PalzkillJune 19, 2020 at 5:09 AM

    Liebe Mariette,
    herzlichen Dank und sonnige Grüße
    Elisabeth

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 7:53 PM

      Liebe Elisabeth,
      Gerne und sonnige Sommergrüße (bald!) zurück.
      Alles Liebe,
      Mariette

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  6. TamagoJune 19, 2020 at 7:15 AM

    Wow, Mariette, what a sweet gift! I love love love this! I love the wooden frame and the design with paw prints, and most of all, what it says. I'm far from perfect but my kitties love me :-)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:14 PM

      Dearest Tamago,
      Yes, that was a very sweet gift from a family that also LOVES their special kitty.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  7. WillyJune 19, 2020 at 7:46 AM

    Leuke tegelspreuk, in dit geval op mooi hout.
    Succes met het manuscript!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:20 PM

      Beste Willy,
      Ja, dat is inderdaad een heel bijzondere onderzetter!
      Ja, dank je!
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  8. ParnassusJune 19, 2020 at 12:37 PM

    Hello Mariette, Who can tell what a cat is thinking, but that slogan should guide all relationships. --Jim

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:23 PM

      Dearest Jim,
      Indeed it should guide all relationships but pets can truly communicate, at least with those that know them very well.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  9. DIMIJune 19, 2020 at 12:42 PM

    Hello dear Mariette!
    What a beautiful gift you received from the Netherlands!!!
    A perfect gift for cat lovers! Have a lovely weekend! Stay safe and healthy! Hugs!
    Dimi...

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:37 PM

      Dearest Dimi,
      Yes, that was a gift for bringing some joy from one cat loving family to another.
      Hugs and happy weekend and beginning of summer.
      Mariette

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  10. VENTANA DE FOTOJune 19, 2020 at 2:49 PM

    En casa, había gatos cuando era pequeña. Es un animal que me encanta.

    Espero que tengas un buen fin de semana.

    Besos

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:54 PM

      Querida Antónia,
      Solíamos no tener ninguno en casa, sólo un perro dachshund y ahora tenemos seis. Un hermoso gato rescatado de Acapulco y ella estaba embarazada, así que todos sus bebés retenidos.
      Besos,
      Mariette

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  11. Stevenson QJune 19, 2020 at 4:51 PM

    Awww how lovely! Love these coasters dear Mariette! I also bought a set of coasters in the Amsterdam, they were cheap and made of cork but I love them. I gave one each to my teammates at work and of course, I had to save one for me too, a good souvenir from my most favorite city!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:56 PM

      Dearest Stevenson,
      Such souvenirs are very meaningful, just as this special gift!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  12. HelenJune 19, 2020 at 6:34 PM

    OK ... where's the kitty? XXOO

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 19, 2020 at 8:58 PM

      Dearest Helen,
      Well, I've just been outside as our kitties are all on the warm driveway, chilling outside after their supper! They love their little paradise!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  13. Sara - WaldgartenJune 19, 2020 at 8:58 PM

    Wirklich schön, liebe Mariette! Den Tieren ist es zum Glück egal, wie perfekt wir sind! :-) Auchg wenn wir keine Haustiere haben. Aber kürzlich begegnete mir wieder so ein süßer Kater, den habe ich erstmal beschmust. :-)

    Viele liebe Grüße
    Sara

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 20, 2020 at 7:33 AM

      Liebe Sara,
      Ja, Tiere die kennen ja bedingungslose Liebe!
      Ganz liebe Grüße,
      Mariette

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  14. Himawan SantJune 19, 2020 at 11:52 PM

    Gifts from the Netherlands are impressive and will be memorable memorabilia for cat lovers. Have a good day.
    Greetings from Indonesia.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 20, 2020 at 7:38 AM

      Dearest Himawan Sant,
      What a surprise to read here a comment from the area where we used to work and live!
      Cute gift indeed.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  15. SamiJune 20, 2020 at 11:29 AM

    Sweet saying just right for cat lovers :)
    Have a lovely weekend Mariette

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 20, 2020 at 11:51 AM

      Dearest Sami,
      Yes it sure is and meant for you and me!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  16. BetsyJune 20, 2020 at 5:06 PM

    I think that is a sweet gift with a sweet saying. It's fun getting gifts like this in the mail.
    Have a wonderful rest of your week end
    hugs betsy

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 20, 2020 at 7:58 PM

      Dearest Betsy,
      Yes, it sure was and a very good saying.
      We did not get them in the mail but brought them back home with us last year on our trip to The Netherlands.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  17. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresJune 20, 2020 at 11:13 PM

    Cute coasters. The love we receive from our pets is needed now more than ever. And you are fortunate to have the love and attention of many kitties around you. :)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 21, 2020 at 12:54 PM

      Dearest Tammy,
      Yes, a very cute gift this was and the love from kitties is very special indeed!
      It helps us sustain us through difficult times.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  18. GiancarloJune 21, 2020 at 4:22 AM

    Un bel regalo, ogni volta che lo usi ti ricordi di loro.
    Buona domenica.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 21, 2020 at 1:17 PM

      Caro Giancarlo,
      Sì, c'è un bel regalo!
      Un abbraccio,
      Mariette

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  19. Marie-AnneJune 21, 2020 at 5:25 PM

    What a lovely gift, dearest Mariette! I like it so very much that I may be inspired to create something similar for my son who is a great cat lover (or even make a copy of it, if you would allow me!).
    Have a wonderful summer, dear friend!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 21, 2020 at 7:52 PM

      Dearest Marie-Anne,
      Yes, it was a lovely gift with fondest memories.
      You sure are entitled to a copy!
      Hugs and happy summer to you; we have our first thunderstorm...
      Mariette

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  20. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJune 22, 2020 at 2:18 PM

    Dearest Agnes,
    Yes, a very sweet gift!
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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