we-go on

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

27 Jul 2026 - There are times when I wish I was bigger, as in taller, not wider... but that isn't likely to happen.  Faced with the facts I make do with the assets in my possession, and for almost six years they have been more than adequate.  Besides what we might want isn't necessarily what we need:  my life as is is satisfying and my days are filled.  Even by springing ahead one hour, we do not gain more sunshine, only how we perceive the presence of Mr. Sol.  What a massive ego to think that we could shape the universe and arrange time.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't forget there are

other things that matter.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - opinmeownated, convinced of one's own meowrits

how 'bout tomorrow?

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

26 Jul 2026 - Sometimes Mr. Sol's best efforts aren't enough, and it is at those times especially when I employ my glare to disperse those interlopers that dare.  This morning, for instance, the wind ruffles my fur and mocks all that sunshine.  My job doesn't involve chasing away foul weather, so I remain where it is warmer... and keep diligent watch... and gently remind Bastet that we'd appreciate less breeze and warmer temperatures.  And everyone in our domicile is behind this petition (which doesn't happen that often).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

It is amazing the different responses

one can get to the same stimulus.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - conpurrence, agreement with a cat's opinion (it's easier that way)

next

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

25 Jul 2026 - Sometimes I have to gently remind the shorter peep that it's time for my daily brushing.  The routine (alas, sometimes with variation) is to enjoy our morning meal and then adjourn to the sofa for my assisted grooming.  I highly recommend personal time early in the day, since life can get busy and the schedule crowded.  Plus feeling chipper and at your physical best is a great way to face the responsibilities that follow.  I am never the one to end our session... sometimes I wonder if I'd stand there, entranced, until my last bit of fur was in the comb.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't forget the

important stuff.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - no kitten, truly, seriously

glow in the park

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

24 Jul 2026 - It wasn't false hope:  Mr. Sol is gloriously back, and the puddles are drying up.  There was lots of beep activity at the feeder this morning, yesterday not being very conducive to eating out.  Once again I am grateful to have shelter in foul weather, a dry bed and catered meals.  And as is typical, what follows an easy day is a busy day, and so I am on the job, making my rounds, patrolling the perimeter.  But it is a pleasure to be productive in the company of my shadow - when it doesn't report to work, I'm in for a gloomy shift.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't skimp on your 

vitamin D intake.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - lustpurr, feline sparkle

later (with waders)

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

23 Jul 2026 - How do you spend a gray, drippy day?  I move around from one comfy spot to the next, patrolling as I make my way (not that it's a fit day for interlopers either).  Refilling my energy reserves is a good plan, so as to be ready for the next active period (and I do assume Mr. Sol will return to the job, although I don't know the exact moment).  We cats do enjoy an uninterrupted nap, which means I'm not bummed when the weather turns foul, as long as it doesn't turn cold (then I am justified in grousing).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Duck and cover works

for some situations.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - lingpurr, to stay in a place longer than usual (we cats can adapt)

be-claws why

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

22 Jul 2026 - It might appear that I'm wiping my paws before entering the domicile, but the action is actually claw maintenance (better the tough mat than a piece of furniture, according to the shorter peep).  Being a house cat, my options for a scratching post are limited.  Years ago the taller peep made me one that stands vertically.  He said it was for me, but I confess that I've never used it.  I can't say why (perhaps it had an odd odor?), but I prefer horizontal surfaces, such as carpet or a handy mat.  No smirking - I'm sure you do things that are difficult to support in the harsh light of explanation.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

We are all strange creatures.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - due to the cat, for the reason (and the world likes its reasons)

in for the skill

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

21 Jul 2026 - Halt!  Who goes there?  Oh, it's just the shorter peep, no alarm needed.  The spacing between these posts is too narrow for my passage, and certainly excludes all peeps I've encountered, but there are plenty of four-legged interlopers that could squeeze through if they wished.  The rest of my personal deck is breezy and open, thanks to a fine-gauge mesh, allowing me easy surveillance of the surrounding area.  I actually observed a startled beep (I could have been the cause) forget about the mesh and try to fly through it.  The mistake was quickly corrected, and it was on its way... which counts in my records as a successful mission.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Things are seldom perfect.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrficiency, feline expurrtise