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Tiny Paws and Second Chances, Zanesville, OH (2026)

10/24/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga ♥️
I tore up my banana.

I’m telling you myself because Mom took pictures, and I’d like you to hear from me first.

I was holding it in my front paws, biting it and giving it a few good kicks when I noticed a little piece of fluff sticking out.

So I pulled on it.

And then there was more.

Naturally, I pulled on that too.

By the time Mom came over, I had the banana between my paws and several pieces of it around me.

I was very pleased with how things were going.

Mom was less pleased.

She stood there looking at it, so I sat up a little taller beside my work. I thought she might want a picture.

She did, actually. We just had different feelings about why.

Personally, I think it’s a lovely piece of art.

I’m calling it “Banana, Unpeeled.”

It took me most of the afternoon. I worked through a nap.

Mom started gathering up the little pieces, which felt a bit rude considering I had put them there on purpose.

Then she picked up my banana and turned it over in her hands.

I followed her fingers very closely.

Careful, ma’am. There’s a loose thread on that side I’ve been working on.

Yes. That one.

If you could put it back down, I can show you. 🍌

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank
Artist in Residence
Chairwoman of the Banana Preservation Opposition

10/23/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga ♥️
Mom casually informed me that she’s going out of town for a few days because it’s Parents Weekend at my human sister’s college.

A few days.

Including the nights, apparently.

I sat there waiting for her to explain how this involved me, because surely she wasn’t announcing that she would be sleeping somewhere else while I slept here.

But that was exactly what she was announcing.

Interesting.

I am home every single night. Every night, friends. Where I’m supposed to be.

You don’t see me packing a little suitcase and telling Mom, “Well, I’m off. Kevin will sit with you.”

I have responsibilities here. I have Lamby. I have a spot in the bed. Sometimes I have to get up at three in the morning and run through the house, but I still remain on the property.

That is called commitment.

And I love my human sister. I do. But she already has Mom’s phone number. They talk all the time. I’m not sure why we need to add overnight accommodations.

Also, I would like someone to explain Parents Weekend to me.

Because I have a parent.

She lives here.

And I was under the impression that I had her booked for this weekend.

Now Mom is doing that thing where she talks to me in her extra sweet voice, as though I won’t notice a suitcase if she calls me her pretty girl enough times.

I notice everything, ma’am.

Especially pajamas leaving the house. Daytime clothes are one thing. Once the pajamas go in the bag, I know you’re serious.

As you can see, I’ve gathered my emotional support Lambys while I process this information.

I live here, remember?

Every. Single. Night.

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank
Chief Overnight Attendance Officer
Director of Keeping Mom Home
Full Time Daughter, Apparently Without a Designated Weekend 🍌

10/22/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga ♥️
I walked into the living room last night and found the spare human sitting next to Mom.

For those of you who are new here, the spare human is Dad. I love him. He just needs a little more training.

And last night, he was in my spot.

I stopped and looked at him for a moment. Sometimes people catch their own mistakes if you give them a chance.

He patted his lap.

Oh. He thinks I’m looking for somewhere to sit.

I appreciate the offer, sir, but I came in here with a specific location in mind.

I looked at Mom. Then I looked at the very small space between them.

I could fit there. It would be uncomfortable for him, but I could fit.

So I climbed up and started working my way in.

One paw on Mom. One paw on his leg. A little pushing with my bottom. I had to pause halfway through because he wasn’t moving quite as quickly as I’d hoped.

Please work with me here.

He moved over some.

There we go. He does understand.

I turned around a few times to get everything situated. Then one more time because my bottom wasn’t quite right.

Finally, I settled against Mom with my back feet stretched out on him.

He said, “You’ve got the whole couch.”

Yes. And somehow you still picked this part.

Mom started petting me, so I closed my eyes and let the matter go. I’m perfectly happy to share an evening together once everyone is where they belong.

Then he reached over to hold her hand.

I put my paw on it.

Let’s not get carried away. 🍌

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank
Couch Seating Coordinator
Spare Human Supervisor
Director of Mom’s Personal Space

10/21/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga ♥️
You are not going to believe what happens when you go to the vet’s office at night wearing a banana costume.

People give you snacks.

Nobody trimmed my nails. Nobody took my temperature. I just sat in my stroller looking adorable while people brought me things. Mother, we need to discuss why all of my appointments cannot be like this.

Last night, Mom took me and Lamby to trunk or treat at my vet’s office, and we got all dressed up. I went as a banana, obviously. When you already have a name like Topanga Banana Frank, you might as well commit. Lamby wore her best fall pumpkin spice clothes. She looked very seasonal. Very sophisticated. Very ready to sit beside me and contribute absolutely nothing to the conversation.

We met so many new friends. There was even a DOG dressed up as Lamby.

Now, I did take a second look.

Excuse me. That is a very large Lamby.

But I knew it wasn’t the real one because MY Lamby was in the stroller beside me. Also, the other one was walking around and asking for snacks. Lamby has never shown that much initiative in her entire life.

And you know that nice lady in the gray van? The one who keeps bringing Mom more foster kittens?

She was at our table.

Naturally, I kept an eye on her. You cannot be too careful. One minute you’re enjoying a nice evening, and the next minute somebody says, “Danielle, I just have these two little babies…”

But she fed me a Purr Pop, so I allowed her to stay. We are on good terms pending her next delivery.

Speaking of Purr Pops, I have never had so many in one night in my entire life. People just kept coming over with Purr Pops and Churus and toys and catnip.

For ME.

I didn’t even have to explain where Mom keeps them. These people arrived prepared.

I supervised from my stroller while Mom helped hand things out, and Lamby stayed right beside me through the whole thing. It was a very busy evening for a small banana, but I believe I handled my responsibilities beautifully.

Honestly, this whole trunk or treating thing is just as fun as my birthday. You get dressed up, everyone tells you how cute you are, and then they give you presents and snacks.

Mother, please put it on my calendar for next year.

Topanga Banana Frank
Chief Trunk or Treat Officer
Gray Van Surveillance Specialist
Best Dressed Banana in the Parking Lot
Full Time Banana, Seasonal Party Animal 🍌🎃

10/20/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga ❤️
Today I noticed Mom’s purse sitting on the table. Open. Unattended. Practically asking me to look inside.

So I did.

Now, before anybody says I was being nosy, please remember that this is the bag she takes when she leaves the house. Without me. I think I’m allowed to have a few questions.

Where are we going? What are we buying? And is there anything in here for a little girl with very good manners?

I put my head in a little farther.

Mom said, “Topanga, what are you doing in my purse?”

I pulled my head out and looked up at her.

Excuse me, ma’am. I’m trying to understand how you leave this house with such a large bag and still occasionally come home without treats.

There appears to be plenty of room.

I checked again, just in case there was a Churu down in the bottom that needed me.

Mom said there wasn’t anything in there for me.

Well, that’s a packing mistake, Mother.

Then I noticed the little banana on the strap.

Excuse me. You clipped a tiny banana to your purse so you could take it everywhere?

Mother. Your full size Banana would also like to come.

I stayed beside the purse so she wouldn’t forget to pack me. Apparently, I have to supervise that too.

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank
Full Size Travel Banana 🍌💛

10/20/2026

Volume up, friends. He’s suckling his blankie and purring his little heart out. Just a baby doing baby things.

I suppose he can stay a little longer. But if Mom asks, you did not hear that from me. ❤️🍌❤️

10/19/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga♥️
I have a little birthday money update.

I bought myself a stroller.

Yes, friends. I now own a vehicle. I don’t have a license or know where we’re going, but Mom seems willing to handle those details.

I’ll be sitting in the front, looking beautiful and deciding whether we should stop. Mom will be in the back, pushing.

It’s nice when everyone finds a job that suits them.

And I’ve already got somewhere to be! I was invited to a trunk or treat for animals this week. 🎃🐾

When Mom told me, I had to think about it for a minute.

An event? For animals? And somebody thought to invite me?

Well, yes, ma’am. Please check my calendar. I believe I can move a nap.

I think I’m going to hand out catnip to the other kitties from my stroller.

Can you imagine? Little friends coming up in their Halloween costumes while I sit in my fancy carriage?

Hello, tiny pumpkin. Have some catnip.

Oh, you’re a little bat? Wonderful ears. Catnip for you, too.

If somebody comes dressed as a banana, Mom will need to take our picture immediately. That is someone I need to know.

I’m trying to figure out how much catnip we should bring. I would hate to run out halfway through and have to look a tiny witch in the eyes and tell her we have nothing left.

Perhaps we should pack an extra bag. I’ll inspect it before we leave.

For quality.

I also need Mom to leave enough room in the stroller for Lamby. She shouldn’t have to miss this just because she doesn’t have birthday money.

We’ll get her settled beside me so she can see all the costumes. If anything looks a little scary, I’ll explain to her that it’s just somebody dressed up.

Unless I’m also concerned. Then Mom can explain it to both of us.

Anyway, I have a very busy week ahead. I need to prepare my treats, get Lamby ready, and practice sitting in my stroller while Mom tells me how pretty I am.

We can probably start that last part today.

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank
Mobile Catnip Distributor
Lamby’s Transportation Coordinator 🍌🐾

10/18/2026

Friends, I got birthday mail from an entire CLASS.

Mrs. Johnson’s class in Fort Collins, Colorado, sent me this sweet card filled with birthday wishes and a Lancers sticker!

Mom read your messages to me, and my little banana heart is so full. Thank you for making a girl all the way in Ohio feel so loved.

Mrs. Johnson, could you please inbox us an address where I can send your class a little thank-you? Mom will help me with the envelope. My paws make that part difficult.

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank 🍌

10/18/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga
I love the babies. I need everyone to remember that because I am about to ask someone to come get them.

Things have gotten a little out of hand.

As you can see, two babies have moved into my pink princess bed. They are lying in it together while I sit on the back of the couch.

Does that seem right to you?

Please look at how comfortable they are. Nobody is even pretending they’re about to get up.

Mom said, “There’s room for you, too.”

Mother. It is my princess bed. Why am I being invited to squeeze in?

So I went to play with my toys.

There was a baby there, too.

I sat and watched him for a minute, hoping he might say, “Oh, were you using this?”

He did not. He continued enjoying my belongings while making direct eye contact with me.

Then the wrestling started.

Friends, I was sitting quietly nearby when suddenly there were bottoms in the air and feet everywhere.

I looked at Mom.

Are you going to handle this, or am I supposed to separate your children?

She took a picture.

Of course she did.

I finally went inside my ice cream truck for a little peace, and a baby got on the roof.

Mother. There is someone upstairs.

Everywhere I go, there is a smaller cat already there or arriving shortly.

So I am officially no longer available to babysit Mom’s foster kittens. I love them, but I would like to enjoy one activity without being joined, climbed on, or asked to watch somebody wrestle.

Someone please come adopt these babies.

When they are adopted I will miss them very much.

But I can miss them from my own princess bed.

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank 🍌
Chief Banana Executive Officer
Retired Foster Kitten Babysitter
Princess Without a Bed

10/17/2026

Hi friends. It’s me, Topanga ♥️
You are not going to BELIEVE what Mom showed me on TV last night.

Lamby.

MY Lamby.

On the television!

I looked at the TV. Then I looked at Lamby. Then I looked back at the TV.

Excuse me, ma’am. Why is my best friend on a show, and when were you planning to tell me she has a career?

Mom said something about “Lamb Chop” and how she used to watch her when she was little.

When you were LITTLE?

I turned to Lamby.

How old ARE you?

Friends, this raised several questions. How long has she been famous? Does everybody know? Have I been carrying a celebrity around by her neck?

And why has she been letting me worry about our Churu supply if she has television money?

I waited for an explanation, but Lamby just sat there with her little smile.

Very professional. Apparently, she does not discuss business at home.

I pulled her a little closer so we could watch together.

Then I heard Mom singing along.

I slowly turned my head.

You know her SONGS?

Friends, I live in this house. I tell this woman everything. And apparently she and my best friend have known each other for forty years.

Nobody thought to mention it.

I took Lamby to bed so we could talk privately.

Starting with whether Lamby is her real name.

Love,
Topanga Banana Frank 🍌
Best Friend to the Stars
Currently Questioning Everything

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