I have shared BANKSY with YOU ALL before but he came for an hour yesterday and all I could do was stare at him and how much he had grown in a month’s time.I am totally SMITTEN with this little guy.
This was BANKSY a month ago.I do not know if you the viewer can see the change in him.Here he is yesterday below………..
NO, I do not think you can tell……it’s hard for me so how can YOU!Banksy is a TEA CUP PIGLET 5 months now who will grow to be 35 pounds.He is completely house trained and loves to be scratched behind his ears.
His hair is hard and the skin is dry.The little hooves go click click click across the kitchen floor!The beauty is he knows exactly where he is when he comes to visit me and the dogs.The best is when he pops himself outside to eat a few GREENS and then returns through the doggie door in the living room!I know I know I am the ONLY person to have a DOGGIE DOOR in the living room.It took him NO TIME AT ALL to figure out that maneuver!!They are VERY SMART animals.I should KNOW that as I did a report on PIGS in the third grade!
I always wanted a PIG as a child growing up!My Mother had a pet Pig when she was small living on a farm in INDIANA.Seems MY CHILD has made my DREAM come true……….
He loves to be held and gives KISSES to my arm.
ALWAYS AWARE of who is around and of any strange noise.That camera………again?
Can you see HIM smiling here?
Perfect Pilates V…………..don’t you think STACIE?
I had to share HIM with YOU ALL again……….Please forgive me if this isNOT YOUR THING!I adore him and am SO happy he gets to come and Play with me.He really makes me HAPPY.He belongs to my SON…………..but one day hopefully he will stay PUT here with me!I will become known as THAT ECCENTRIC woman in SAFEWAY with her PET PIG in tow……………..well, why not!I bet we would find a few more friends that way!
Have a Beautiful Day.I think I will put up a recipe or Two next week to share with you.Would that be of interest?PASTA sauce or DESSERT………….you tell me what you would like to see HERE.
Catherine Robinson says
He is too cute, Contessa and lovable too…I think you should write a Banksy Blog 😉
through the eyes of the piglet…thank you for sharing him. Let me know how you get on with Cindy’s make up, please xx
contessa says
Will DO!
XX
pat says
if Christopher won’t part with Banksy….well, your birthday isn’t too far off.
contessa says
RIGHTOOOO!!!!
Your chard was simple delicious!
XX
Toni says
Mini pot bellies are so cute and, as you say, pigs are VERY intelligent. I assume this one is housebroken? Jealous 😉
contessa says
YES, Toni he is…………..he had a litter box in the beginning but now heads outside when the time calls!
Deb Owens says
Toooooooo darling!!! Pigs are so smart, cute, and just plain wonderful. How much does he weigh now?? I’ll be curious how big he gets in 10 more months. Don’t tell Banksy…. but I still love bacon. ???? Let’s keep that in the down low!!
contessa says
SHHHHH……….I won’t tell if You do not tell!
Jennifer says
He is too cute. I know how adorable he is. And also knowing what a fabulous cook you are, I’d LOVE some recipes!!
xoxo
contessa says
Pasta sauce it will be………….with maybe a vegetable or two!
XX
Kim says
Contessa love this! You are so lucky to have this little grandpig!! How sweet he uses the doggy door! Can I come see him? By the way love that pinafore dress and your headband !! So cute! ?xx Kim
contessa says
ROUGH LINEN……..is the pinafore dress.I REALLY like them!!
Susie Nolan says
Good morning, I adored seeing Banksy again! As a child I played with pigs, a piggery was within five minutes from home. Very smart and very clean. Took my first boyfriend to visit pig pen maybe not my smartest idea!!! Banksy looks so at home, and you are positively glowing, why not a pet pig. Made me smile to wake up to your blog. I say puddings for my husband to make.
Love Susie your Aussie friend xoxoxo
contessa says
LUCKY YOU growing up with these creatures!!!He reminds me so much of the BABE MOVIE pig!!!The same one eyed looks……..the run.The stance in thinking mode.ALL too cute!
anita@letshavelunch says
Hello Elizabeth,
It’s amazing how quickly Banksy has grown. What a treasure!!! I bet you’ll never ever pork again!!! You must get one for you’re very own……….that’s if this little fella doesn’t come your way soon!!!
You look lovely outside in your summer cottons too,
A cooking post will be wonderful. Maybe something that you and Giampy equally love and Italian please!!! Ciao Bella and big kisses to Banksy. p.s. and no recipes with bacon in it!!! hehehehe xx neat
contessa says
NO!
NO, recipes with bacon…………for now!!!Lets see what I can come up with.
I doubt I can TEACH you anything……….XX
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
Forget the recipes……show more of your son’s pig!
contessa says
YES, MADAME………….!!!
Lesley Walker says
I love you and your lifestyle. Adore the pig, and especially your hats (not connected. lol) Blessings
contessa says
THANK YOU………you made my DAY!
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
You are an unbelievable fantastic lady. I adore your way of life and Banksy looks like a little sweetheart. Regards to you and all your wonderful family. Love Betty from Ontario, Canada. (I love your blog)
contessa says
THANK YOU BETTY!I so appreciate your comment!!I will KEEP going……….then.
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
Adorable. Does this little guy cry “wee, wee, wee” all the way home ?My vote for a special recipe is pasta sauce.
contessa says
YOU GOT IT!
I would imagine YES after leaving MY house with all the ACTION he would cry WEE WEE WEE all the way to BERKELEY!
foodiefan says
Banksy is adorable! I had never heard of ‘Tea Cup’ pigs so just googled them – fascinated they can be house trained. I think you should get one of your own too!!!!!
contessa says
TRYING TOO!!
Laura says
Too cute & so sweet! I’ve never given a lot of thought about petite pigs, but Banksy gives a whole new perspective.
You look so happy with him. I think you probably should have one, a nice companion for the dogs as well!
contessa says
That is why my SON got BANKSY to keep his dog company!TO see the two of them together is SO FUN!
Sandra Sallin says
So cute!!!! Plus you look adorable in your outdoor gear! Yes recipes! What does “The Italian” love to cook? I just love reading anything you want to write about. You charm me no matter what!
Have you thought of writing a book about Banksy?
contessa says
I will only write a BOOK about BANKSY if YOU do the illustrations!!!
WHAT DOES THE ITALIAN LIKE TO COOK you ask………..
He can do it all and has taught me.You will just have to come for dinner and see!
I look FORWARD to that day VERY much.
XO
French Basketeer says
This sweet little Banksey rightfully fell into it…a great home with a GrandMaMa witha doggie door!! I love it!! He’s an awesome little pet!! More posts please!
contessa says
I will DO my BEST to make YOUR wishes come TRUE!!!
Piedmont Pembroke Parent says
Ma chere Contessa,
Mon dieu, Banksey has doubled his size and no doubt weight! He appears to be a dear pet and so comfy with his grandmere. I am so glad you shared some updates on your lovely bristley piggy, no longer a piglet.
I would love a pasta sauce recipe! The eggplant one was divine. Adding food to your blog is a welcome treat. I can’t wait to see what gets posted.
Adieu,
PPP
contessa says
PERFECT…………..glad to hear you are open to some recipes!The eggplant sauce would be a good one to share!HAVE A HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
XX
weezi says
Not my thing??? I’m contemplating using my reward travel points to come out and visit him and all of you#!!
contessa says
WAITING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WE ARE ALL WAITING!!!!!!!!!
XX
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
PASTA SAUCE….from the Italian Husband’s family recipe files!
contessa says
OKAY, CAN DO!!!
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
Oh Sweetie, thinking of you and missing you tonight!
xxooo
contessa says
THANKS,SUNDAY………….hope the shoot goes as PLANNED!
XX
Susan says
Adorable! It is clear that you will soon have a piglet too,.. Recipes are are always appreciated. Your recipes are wonderful. They always succeed in my kitchen. Thank you for sharing. Susan
contessa says
HOPE SO!!!
THANK YOU!!
Design Chic says
Banksey is absolutely adorable and I love his name!! He looks quite at home and happy as can be…love these images!
contessa says
THRILLED YOU ENJOYED HIM TOO!!!!
contessa says
PER EMAIL:
You have got to be kidding !!!
contessa says
NOPE…………..ADORE HIM!
Gaylin says
Oh my goodness!! He is so darling!
You look so cute with him!
contessa says
THANK YOU GAYLIN!!!
I have been meaning to ask where are you in NORTHERN CALIFORNIA?
Eric Cortina says
FLAWLESS. I love animals….so cute!!!
contessa says
LOVE YOUR WORD!
FLAWLESS!!!!!!!!!!!
Elliot says
Cute pig: Is that your new apron you have on?
contessa says
IT IS………ROUGH LINENS in SAN RAFAEL.I had them make me a longer version too!!!
Elliot says
My wife likes your apron. Is that white or natural color? Any complaints? Any shrinkage from wash? Thanks
contessa says
http://www.roughlinen.com here you GO ELLIOT!The one I am wearing is WHITE.I own four of these and adore them.NO SHRINKAGE.Then she will NEED the SHEETS!I just bought a set and love them…………
Stacie says
PERFECT Pilates V! Now zip those inner thighs, Banksy.
contessa says
WORKING ON IT!!!!!
Heather in Arles says
Of course I love this! Just seeing you happy and Banksy happy (yes, I see the smile) makes ME happy! 🙂
And please add me to the list of those clamoring for a pasta sauce recipe – Giampiero influenced or not. But honestly, anything that you want to do on your wonderful blog is just fine by me…
xo
H
contessa says
I will get you a copy of SHARON’s NEW BOOK!
Lets think I will deliver it in person!
XO
Anita Rivera says
Oh, TOTALLY MY THING too, Contessa! I love their hooves; they remind me of high heel pumps! Yes, they are extremely intelligent, and that photo of him snuffling the grass and looking up with that one sweet eye….adorable. You are just one wonderful blogger pal. You are lively and fun, and I just love visiting you and learning more about what makes you smile. HAVE A FUN DAY with this little piglet! Love, Anita
contessa says
MERCI GORGEOUS ONE……….MERCI.
XX
Eleanor says
That little piggy could not have a better grandmother. My cousin had a big beautiful pig named Basil on her farm and she always played him opera music every day and he loved it. Maybe Banksy would like music as well. XOXO great post. Love, Ellie
contessa says
OMG!
DO YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I ADORE THIS COMMENT?????????
I listen to OPERA ALL THE TIME!!!!!!!
WE have outdoor speakers……….This will be the new rule of thumb when BANKSY comes to visit!
OPERA PER BANKSY PLEASE!!!
XOXOXO
Angela Muller says
Contessa, I love BANKSEY!!!! They are so smart, aren’t they! Hmmmm, wonder if I could have a BANKSEY with my Great Pyrennes and Golden Doodle. The Doodle would delight in him…just another thing to lick to death. However, my gentle “Great” would think…”what the …..aren’t I ever enough!” Love your posts.
contessa says
What’s ONE MORE ANGELA……………..DO IT!
THANK YOU SO MUCH……….I have a hard time coming up with things to share sometimes.
Happy to hear you enjoy my ramblings !!!
THANK YOU!
TK says
LOVE Banksy! Share as many pics as you can 🙂
Pasta sauce recipes would be perfect……
contessa says
ON IT!
THANKS!!
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
What are you feeding that Piggie! It had doubled in size! Love the pink belly…
Rob
contessa says
He likes MY WEEDS!!!!!!!!!!
OATMEAL is his staple………with a bit of alfalfa tossed in.Fruits & veggies for snacks.
Don’t let him near the DOG FOOD!!!It will be gone!
XX
cindy hattersley says
He is adorable! I am not sure I am ready for a pig but I bet Beau would love one!!!
contessa says
PER EMAIL:
I love him too!!!
Karena says
Dear Elizabeth, Banksy is absolutely adorable!! I love seeing you feature him like this as I can see how much he means to you!
I wish you had come for the event at Andrea’s as I am so dying to meet you in person, as with several blog friends, I feel I already know you! One day soon. As you know I am in Kansas City so getting to the West Coast is quite a getaway for me!!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
Loree says
Dessert of course. It’s my favourite meal 🙂 I adore Banksy. He really is cute. It’s nice that you share him with us.
Loree says
P.S. were you asking me whether we’re coming to the States in summer (on your earlier post)? Because yes, we are. We’ll be there mid-July.
contessa says
GREAT.Once you get here you email me your number and I will CALL YOU!
WE now have a PHONE DATE!!!
XX
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
You are totally amazing! I love your messages, your comments and your photos ( not to mention the pig!) Do you remember the visit of the asilo to your house with the geese in the kitchen and the shell-shocked maestre??
What a great way to keep up with your news!
Much love,
Georgina xxx
contessa says
I have ZERO re-collection of the ASILO coming to OUR HOUSE!!!!!!!!
But YOU do as yes those GEESE Lived in the KITCHEN!!!
WE need to email each other………..I will send you one soon!
Thank YOU for the comment……….XX
PS. How is MY OPERA SINGER………..??!!
Vicki says
Love Banksy!! So cute!
Jody Brettkelly says
Yes to the Banksy blog – have you and his namesake seen the Banksy documentary?
LA CONTESSA says
NO, only heard about the MAN!
Jody Brettkelly says
Exit Through The Gift Shop – it is great
Merisi in Vienna says
Sweet Banksy, exuding charm and intelligence!
He would fit right in, here in Vienna, with his white tie and tail outfit.
LA CONTESSA says
LOVE THIS!
HERE WE COME!!!!!!!
Jeanne Henriques says
Banksy is a STAR Elizabeth! I think he needs his own Instagram page…I would follow! Mr. H is reading along with me and we both got a kick out of the idea of you sashaying along an aisle in Safeway with Banksy in tow. Please do…and be sure to where on of your fabulous hats, and long caftans….dripping in jewellery. We are staying tuned for that one! Anything you write will be fine with me…although…a ‘how to’ on making one of your ‘Contessa’ hats would be a lot of fun!! I wish you would make and sell them…desperate to have one! x
contessa says
I WOULD BE HONORED to make you a hat!Send me your address here in the STATES……
I just put together one for ANITA in MELBOURNE!!!Her favorite color is BLUE what is YOURS or should I ask what is MISTER H’s favorite color!!!!!XXX
Jeanne Henriques says
You are so thoughtful Elizabeth…I will drop you a line…for me, pink!
Our French Oasis says
I am totally in love with Banksy, please write about him whenever he comes to visit you, he is beyond adorable. x
contessa says
I PROMISE!!!
XXX
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
THE LITTLE PIG IS THE SWEETEST MOST ADORABLE ANIMAL. I HOPE HE WILL ALWAYS BE LOVED MADLY. J.
Donna~Faded velvet says
Elizabeth~
As a former farm girl, I just can’t get over the picture of the pig on your wool rug!!LOL! Or the one of you kissing him!!! :)We were always VERY careful of the pigs. They were known to bite and never smelled good!
On IG I saw a picture of someone scrubbing her chicken’s bottoms on a Sunday afternoon. We had HUNDREDS of chickens and I’m 100% sure we NEVER washed any of their bums.
Your animals live charmed lives INDEED! Always love your pictures!
xoxox
Your fancy farmgirl friend,
Donna
Faded Velvet
No Fear of Fashion says
This littly piggy is so cute, so adorable. And yes I also know that pigs are as intelligent as dogs or even more intelligent. I don’t think you are weird at all. He is a pet and you have the space for him.
Greetje