Humans legs were definitely seen as something to conquer by some kittens, and cat feeding, however hot the weather, was not something that could be done wearing anything less than full-length trousers.

So, by way of a change, here is a quick snapshot of some of the more adventurous youngsters who scaled my legs or attacked my clothing.

1. Sherpa, a perenially joyful and mischievous boy who was the only survivor of his litter and lived life to the full

2. Bechers, one of Sherpa’s siblings who sadly did not live for long after Dawn brought her kittens to the garden

3. Linnet, Sherpa’s big sister. Maybe this ran in the family!

4. Surely not Sherpa again?

5. Pascal, no relation to Linnet, Sherpa or Bechers. Pascal was Linnet’s son, and great-grandson of The Cat.

6. Really? Sherpa again?? Was there no end to his mischief?