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    Home » Holidays

    Oh, Rats

    Published by Pam Kessler | 160 words. · About 1 minute to read this article. - 13 Comments

    It seems like the mouse traps in the garage aren't keeping the critters outside this year.

    Dollar store rats running amok in a fun vintage Halloween vignette

    Dollar store rats running amok in a fun vintage Halloween vignette

    I brought the crow inside to try to keep them in line, but he just sits there and stares at them. You'd think he was stuffed or something.

    Dollar store rats running amok in a fun vintage Halloween vignette

    Dollar store rats running amok in a fun vintage Halloween vignette

    At least the cat is trying to scare them away. Although he might be more scary without the tutu. Just saying, when was the last time Mikhail Baryshnikov made you tremble with fear?

    Dollar store rats running amok in a fun vintage Halloween vignette

    Side note. Do you remember when he dated Carrie in Sex In the City? Yeah, that pairing didn't really do it for me. I mean it was a little on the verge of your Grandpa dating a teenager sort of creepiness.

    Dollar store rats running amok in a fun vintage Halloween vignette

    Hope you all are enjoying your Halloween.

    I've been watching the Today Show's Halloween show this morning and all I have to say is that not all rock stars age well. Yes, Loverboy, talking about you!

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    1. ThrifterSisters

      October 31, 2013 at 12:06 pm

      I HATE RATS!! When I was little, we had a major rainstorm and somehow a giant sewer rat ended up swimming in our toilet. Only I didn't see it until I HAD ALREADY SAT DOWN!!! Nothing happened to me (thank god) but to this day, I don't sit down until I look. So, not sure if this story has anything to do with your post but those dang rats just reminded me of it.

      I do love that kitty in the tutu though. I may have to dress up my real cat. Wonder if she would mind?

      ~Erica

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    2. Shara

      October 31, 2013 at 12:55 pm

      I hated that part of Sex & the City - except she went to Paris with him and then Big came and rescued her and threatened to "clock" him. I miss that show.....

      Can't say that I am a fan of rats in general, but yours look great with that old typewriter. Happy Halloween!

      Reply
    3. TARYTERRE

      October 31, 2013 at 1:49 pm

      HAPPY HALLOWEEN. Enjoy!

      Reply
    4. TracyMB @ Crows Feet Chic

      October 31, 2013 at 2:11 pm

      I'm loving your Halloween vignette on the turquoise -- even the rats are screaming fun to me!! I wanna have some of that fun today but someone, not mentioning any names, is working from home today. Can I come over and play? Or you could come here... there are no rats in Alberta you know. Love the tutu'd kitty and I've decided that I really need one of those typewriters. And more rats and crows. Thanks for the inspiration. 🙂 Happy Halloween to everyone at your house Pam! xo

      Reply
    5. NanaDiana

      October 31, 2013 at 2:48 pm

      Oh Rats! Is right! Mine are going to go bye-bye after tonight-xo Diana

      Reply
    6. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces

      October 31, 2013 at 3:24 pm

      The mice and rats have taken over here, too...at least for today! Love your vignette...and that little cat is so cute!

      Reply
    7. Musings from Kim K.

      October 31, 2013 at 3:34 pm

      Happy Halloween from a very wet West MI!! Love all your special touches. I recognize a few of them (smile).

      Reply
    8. Joanne Noragon

      October 31, 2013 at 3:37 pm

      Happy Halloween to you, too. I hope your little Trick or Treater stays dry.

      Reply
    9. Vickie @ Ranger 911

      October 31, 2013 at 3:58 pm

      He he! Your rat problem seems to be getting out of hand, Pam! I'd suggest sealing the candy bars in Tupperware bins. 🙂

      I do remember Carrie and Mikhail. ewwwww. Thank goodness that didn't last!

      Reply
    10. Melinda

      October 31, 2013 at 4:34 pm

      You better call someone about that rat problem!

      Happy Halloween!

      M 🙂

      Reply
    11. Cynthia

      November 01, 2013 at 11:10 am

      This is just too cute. Hide from the rats right away, LOL!! Really not funny but I went with what I had in my head, sorry. Love the vintage typewriter!

      Cynthia

      Reply
    12. Van

      November 01, 2013 at 11:47 pm

      I love your holiday decor and still life! Beautiful!

      Reply
    13. Kathy Baugher

      October 04, 2014 at 9:04 am

      I'm a huge fan of the mice! We have a few critters around here too. I'm featuring your cute vignette on my Weekend Reflections with a direct link back here! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply

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