Colonial Cats Take Social Media by Storm

National Cat Day is almost over and after a friendly catfight on social media, it’s time for Eleanor and Sir Thomas Grey to retire for the evening. In case you missed any of their banter, here’s a complete play-by-play of how the “feud” unfolded. Tell us, who do you think had a more exhausting day?

“Huzzah! It’s National Cat Day, the purrrrfect chance for me, Sir Thomas Grey, to share with you my daily adventures. Do you start your morning with coffee? I start mine at the basketmaker with some TLC.” #ColonialWilliamsburg

A photo posted by Colonial Williamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) on Oct 10, 2014 at 6:00am PDT

That dirty rascal Sir Thomas Grey has announced on Instagram that #nationalcatday is HIS day. How absurd. pic.twitter.com/VPUy3Y771k — ColonialWilliamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) October 29, 2014

“My next stop is the Colonial Garden for a little exercise. Don’t worry. No feathered friends were harmed during my bird watching. How do you stay active? May I suggest a walk down D.O.G Street. Don’t fret over the name!” #ColonialWilliamsburg

A photo posted by Colonial Williamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) on Oct 10, 2014 at 8:00am PDT

Bird watching? Ha! The only birds I watch are the ones brought to me by my loyal subjects. pic.twitter.com/3lkZ26geiR — ColonialWilliamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) October 29, 2014

“After a busy morning of frolicking in the gardens, I have returned to the basketmaker to rehydrate with a sip from my custom water dish. So, what’s on the menu for lunch?” #ColonialWilliamsburg

A photo posted by Colonial Williamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) on Oct 10, 2014 at 9:40am PDT

You have to stand while you drink? A lady maintains proper posture, even when dining. pic.twitter.com/lIehWH2M48 — ColonialWilliamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) October 29, 2014

“Sorry for my absence. I had to take a bit of a cat nap. I’m on the fence about where to go for my next adventure. Any suggestions?” #ColonialWilliamsburg #NationalCatDay

A photo posted by Colonial Williamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) on Oct 10, 2014 at 1:00pm PDT

I’ve got a suggestion. Stop embarrassing yourself! Your indecisiveness is portraying the rest of us in a bad light. pic.twitter.com/sbDzim5ndX — ColonialWilliamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) October 29, 2014

“Tis time for supper. I enjoy my meals at the Wythe House. What are your plans for the evening?” #ColonialWilliamsburg #NationalCatDay

A photo posted by Colonial Williamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) on Oct 10, 2014 at 3:13pm PDT

It’s exhausting sifting through my bounty of invitations. Everyone wants me to attend their engagements. pic.twitter.com/5IIvz0nSy1 — ColonialWilliamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) October 29, 2014

“My, what an exciting day it has been. But I think it’s time to call it a night. I plan to settle down at the Governor’s Palace where you may refer to me as ‘Your Highness.’ Everyone else here does. Sweet dreams of catnip to all!” #ColonialWilliamsburg #NationalCatDay

A photo posted by Colonial Williamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) on Oct 10, 2014 at 6:01pm PDT

“Your highness?” You have GOT to be kidding me. Just because your title is Sir, that does not make you royalty. pic.twitter.com/A2XtzyJQJt

— ColonialWilliamsburg (@colonialwmsburg) October 30, 2014

We hope you enjoyed National Cat Day! Remember, all of our colonial cats do have homes and are well taken care of. Please do not remove them from their homes. For more on our cats, click here.