FrostFrog

[Soledad]

Perhaps this will strike some of you as odd, but I must admit my minor obsession with frequent poster and even more frequent genius, FrostFrog.

I've been checking out Cat of the Day since the beginning of the year. As adorable as the cats are, my real pleasure is in finding out what FrostFrog will say next. In fact, I've submitted my own cat to COTD for the sole pleasure of having FrostFrog's prose lavished upon him.

In my circle of friends, FrostFrog has become something of a cult figure. We often call eachother and update one another on his latest words and the surreal nature of his humour.

More often than not, FF writes in a gentle, relaxed way that is somewhat reminiscent of Alice Walker. And at other times FF comes at us with scatalogical and bizarre utterings that leave the reader breathless and wondering. My personal favourties are his dry utterances that could equally be perceived as being utterly earnest, but I find it more entertaining to think that they have been scrupulously planned. I suggest you visit his profile where the subtely hilarious "known to eat at Taco Bell" resides. It is hilarious in its banality.

Others may judge me and find me strange for admitting all of this, but I have a strong feeling that FF will not. There is an openness about the man, a feeling of "anything could happen" about him, and I do not fear his judgment, but welcome his friendship despite my strange introduction. There are not many people upon whom I fixate, but he is amongst the few.

I often wonder: what does this man look like? what does his house look like? what's his favourite Taco Bell meal? hard shell or soft shell? what is his age? what is this man's day like?

FrostFrog, you have an admirer in the ranks.

[mugsy]

Very well said. I totally agree, FF is an amazing writer with a great mind!

[kohala]

I am an avid Frostfrog fan! His writing is delightful, let's hope he writes more, and not just here!!! I would buy his books in a minute!!! I admit, I queried as to whether or not he was the brilliant Jim Qwilleran, of Lillian Jackson Brown's"The Cat Who ....." books. Nope, not our mysterious Frostfrog.
His insights into the cats is wonderful!!!
All Hail, Might Frog!!
We salute you!!!!!!

[lovemymaltese]

I agree, FrostFrog is very witty. I thoroughly enjoyed his post for the cat of the day today---Lucky.

[Frostfrog]

Well, the pressure's on now... I think I better go pick my wife up from work.

[kohala]

Tell her our intentions are honorable - anyway, if you write more, you'll be home more - right?

[Aspen and Misty]

if you ever write books. Or have writen books please inform us! I know I would love to read them!

[SANDY FROST]

SOLEDAD/
I AGREE WITH EVERYTHING YOU SAID ABOUT FROSTFROG.
HE IS ONE COOL GUY!
SANDY FROST

P.S . I HAVE TREEFROGS

[Vermontcat]

You can add me to the list! I think Frostfrog's posts are a breath of fresh air! Must be that nice Alaskan air up there

[Soledad]

that I've inadvertantly silenced the once irrepressible Frostfrog? I fear my admission has made him uneasy. The only pressure Frostfrog is to be yourself.

[kohala]

His Frostiness (Froginess?) mentioned during a brief visit to another thread that he limits his posts to Cat of the Day! I'm sure he'll be there, writing as only he can!
Sure hope so!!!!!!

[SANDY FROST]

THIS GUY IS LIKE WAY COOL BUT VERY HUMBLE
AT THE SAME TIME.

SANDY FROST

[momoffuzzyfaces]

I believe FrostFrog mentioned he's a photographer and travels a lot. Maybe he is out earning a living and will post when he can. I enjoy his posts too.

[Soledad]

I'm into photography. Not so much from the taking angle as the analysis, etc. Old art history habits die hard.

I do fear that FF is a little freaked out, most likely due to his humble nature.

[Frostfrog]

I have been out walking the dog, generously providing the nutritional foundation for whole new generations of mosquitoes, and I have been wondering how I should deal with this. I could just ignore it altogether and let build up whatever mystique I have inadvertantly generated on this site - but, after reading the most recent postings, it occurs to me that in his silence, Frost has been a most ungracious frog.

Be assured, Soledad - you have not driven me off. You have stunned me (and flattered me, too) and it is a fact that for two days running, I have faced writer's block when it comes to Cat of the Day. This is a bit curious, because I do not really labor over the words I post on COTD. Rather, I just start typing, having no idea what I am going to write. I am always a little bit curious myself to find out. The thought that anyone is paying attention - let alone that there are people half-way around the world who wait to see what COTD nonsense I might spout - is a bit amazing to me.

Are there Taco Bell's in New Zealand? Or do you have ties to the US that have made you familiar with this, the most elegant and fine of all restaurants? My favorite Taco Bell meal is a cheese guesidilla with no sauce, a big beef burrito supreme with green sauce, plus a few sides of jalapeno peppers to dump across it all and Pepsi.

Should your cat appear on COTD with no response from me, know that I am not snubbing it or you but am most likely traveling, maybe out in the bush somewhere. Let me assure you right now that I if I could see your cat, I would be greatly impressed by it and would be a bit jealous that it lived with you and not me.

Concerning the speculation and questions some of you have posted:

I am a writer by trade, although I am better known as a photographer, because even people who don't like to read look at pictures and photographs always dominate any publications that I do. The work that supports me is blend of documentation and photojournalism.

There are many books screaming to get out of me, although at the moment I have only one bookstore kind of book out there and it is sold out. Other than Amazon and the online stores, it was marketed only regionally in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. The publisher is planning a paperback edition next spring, which they plan to market nationally. I don't know how it will be received, for it is most definitely an Alaska book - real Alaska, not tourist Alaska. The book has nothing to do with cats, although I did manage to put a cat on page 136.

HOWEVER - cat books (and dog) are in the works. I have about half-a-dozen in various stages of completion and confusion scattered about in my computer. So, if the world does not tear itself apart and if my mind and body remain intact long enough for me to get these great works to a publisher... who knows?

The instant the first cat book hits the stands, my reputation in Alaska (pretty good at the moment) will be ruined.

Oh, well.

When that happens, years from now, if we are all still on Pet Talk, I will let you know.

After doing a little surfing on this site, I have also decided that I will give the very first copy of "Lament for a Black Cat" (working title) to Mr. Charles C. Benoit of Liberty, MO (see "Terrible News"). Perhaps, should Mr. Benoit somehow actually read it, it will help him understand. I will also give a copy to Sheri Scott, who not only already understands, but is exceptionally courageous and has my greatest admiration.

I thank you all for your comments and for your gift to me.