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And the winner is...

No surprises here... the hometown hero comes through in the end and wins the title of "Buffalo Blog's Feline Idol."

It was a hard fought battle across three fronts: Monkey got off to a quick lead, and then Mr. Sandwich put in a bid for first place before Shelby stepped in and carried the lead for the next several days. However, in the clutch, Mr. Sandwich was able to pull in some last-minute votes to pull out the win.

Thanks everyone for playing, but really, did you think Mr. Sandwich could possibly lose? I mean, seriously? And for any doubters, take a look at the final vote count.

In other news, I think Monkey has been leading a double life. Take a look at this video and tell me that isn't our very own beefy-boy climbing ladders to some catchy John Williams beats?

Prepare to be boarded!

Ahoy me maties. I can't believe I almost missed it. This beauty of a day comes but once a year and I'm a filthy bilge rat for almost missin' it. Today be Talk Like A Pirate Day. So, buckle your swashes, bid farewell and adieu to the fair Spanish ladies, and get yer pirate on. Arrrrg!

Oh, and in case ye be wondering:

I am The Cap'n!
Some men are born great, some achieve greatness and some slit the throats of any man that stands between them and the mantle of power. You never met a man you couldn't eviscerate. Not that mindless violence is the only avenue open to you - but why take an avenue when you have complete freeway access? You are the definitive Man of Action. You are James Bond in a blousy shirt and drawstring-fly pants. Your swash was buckled long ago and you have never been so sure of anything in your life as in your ability to bend everyone to your will. You will call anyone out and cut off their head if they show any sign of taking you on or backing down. You cannot be saddled with tedious underlings, but if one of your lieutenants shows an overly developed sense of ambition he may find more suitable accommodations in Davy Jones' locker. That is, of course, IF you notice him. You tend to be self absorbed - a weakness that may keep you from seeing enemies where they are and imagining them where they are not.

Discover yer inner pirate and share it in the comments. Oh, I almost forgot to ask. Has anybody heard about that new pirate movie? I think it's rated Arrrrrg! And the rumor is that the MPAA said it needed an adult rating because of all the booty!

Who will be Buffalo Blog's Feline Idol?

The day has finally come. When three fierce competitors will face off to determine who truly is the cutest cat on the Buffalo Blog. I appreciate everyone's patience while I made this post. I recently had some visitors in town for the week and some people (Parker) took their sweet time getting me some photos of their alleged cat. But, the photos are in. So without further ado, let's move right on to the games:

In the Tabby corner, wearing his fattest trunks, we have the adorable Monkey. His charms include sleeping soundly, pleasing his plumpness, causing trouble, and working part time as a stunt-double for Jabba the Hut. Please give a warm Buffalo Blog welcome to Moooooonnnnkeeeeeey!

Dreaming of gigantic mice...

When he sits around the house, he sits around the house.

Monkey the Hut, King of the (Mouse) Bounty Hunters

And in the lady's corner, wearing mittens and a purple collar we have Shelby. She likes cavorting collarless in her birthday suit, taking long crawls through cardboard tubes, and being treated like the princess she is. Please give a big hello to the spunky, never chunky, white-paw quick-draw, Sheeeeellllllby!

The Princess will see you now

Look into those adorable eyes

"Doesn't this tube look fabulous with me inside?"

In the hometown corner, wearing an all-black velveteen suit is Mr. Sandwich. He likes hunting for bugs, practicing his Kung Fu, snuggling like a sugar bear, and being a Mama's boy. When he's not keeping the humans up, he's napping under the bed and getting locked in the closet. Let's all put our hands (or paws) together for the gentleman brawler, the sultan of suave, the bad boy of Seattle, Miiisteeer Saaaaaandwiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiich!!!

Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound...

Cat on a hot tin hotplate

It's always a good time for a nap (except when it's bedtime)

Now you've met our contestants. The choice is in your hands. Who will be Buffalo Blog's Feline Idol? Will it be the mondo-mouser, Monkey? The sultry she-devil, Shelby? Or the mighty-man from meerkat land, Mr. Sandwich? Cast your votes now. This is for all the bragging rights and a year's supply of humble pie to the losers. You may vote once per day, so sharpen those claws and ready your paws, the polls are now open. Votes will be tallied and the winner announced on September 20, 2006. Let's get it on:

Who should be Buffalo Blog's Feline Idol?
	Monkey
	Shelby
	Mr. Sandwich
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Update: The polls have officially closed at 7:35 p.m. PDT.