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History of Classic Grandfather Clock Chimes
If you own a long case clock such as a grandfather or grandmother clock, you no doubt have come to love the beauty of its tolling chimes. The classic chime tones that toll from many grandfather clocks have roots in … Continue reading
Bookends Echo Works of Art and Architecture
Decorative bookends are a great way to add a touch of style to your living space. In spite of predictions that books will fall victim to the digital age, many people place a special value on their personal book collections. … Continue reading
Turkish Angora Cat and Kitten Information
The Turkish Angora is a medium, muscular and fine boned cat. Their large almond eyes range from green, gold, blue and copper. They mainly have white coats which are silky and medium long. Even though white is the dominate color, … Continue reading
Tonkinese Cat and Kitten Information
The Tonkinese is a beautiful cat with a medium build, short hair coat and brilliant eyes. Their coat is soft and comes in a wide variety of colors, all of which are recognized for show purposes. Colors can be solid … Continue reading
Savannah Cat and Kitten Information
The Savannah is a wild looking cat that evidently has a pleasing personality. They are exotic, rare and very pricey. They are a slim breed with a varying coat, depending upon the breed of cat used in the cross. The … Continue reading
Somali Cat and Kitten Information
With its masked face, full ruff and bushy tail, the Somali Cat looks a lot like a small fox. They are medium to large size, with almond shaped eyes ranging from amber, green and hazel. Their coats come in red, … Continue reading
Toyger Cat and Kitten Information
The Toyger is a designer breed of cat that is bred to look like a small tiger. They are currently being further developed as a breed with the goal developing appearance traits that get closer to the tiger. Like a … Continue reading
Cornish Rex Cat and Kitten Information
The Cornish Rex has a short and curly coat. Reminiscent of velvet or silk, the fur has a soft, waxy quality and a sleek look.The Cornish Rex has very large ears set high on a small head, hollow cheeks and … Continue reading
Sokoke Cat and Kitten Information
The Sokoke comes from Kenya, Africa, where they are almost extinct in the wild. Several African tribes utilized this cat when wild as a part of their diet. These shorthair cats have brown tabby coats which are blotched. Their eyes … Continue reading
California Spangled Cat and Kitten Information
The California Spangled Cat is a designer breed specifically created to resemble a small leopard or an ocelot. The body shape of the California Spangled is lean and long, with adult males weighing between 12 and 15 pounds. Adult females … Continue reading