oops

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

19 May 2026 - We all have had our awkward moments, and so should be quick to forgive others their missteps.  The shorter peep managed to catch my visage mid-yawn, and the resulting look could be misconstrued as a warning grimace or indigestion... neither of which is close to the truth.  I am well, quite comfortable, and, for me, quite relaxed.  Don't get too attached to your first impressions as they might need to be discarded, once the facts are in.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

The eye can be

hasty in its resolution.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - meowstaken, not exactly true (we cats are never wrong)

must you?

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

18 May 2026 - If I wore apparel,  I just might favor that background color:  I would look (more) regal in amethyst, don't you think?  Whether you answer yes or no is of no consequence, because I don't do clothes... not even "cute" hats.  I admit to thinking less of those felines who permit themselves to be dressed like store-window mannequins for their peeps' enjoyment.  "Grow a spine" would be my comment (not that they asked my opinion).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't regret your actions.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrominence, a feline state of high standing (so don't muck it up)

as fate would have it

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

17 May 2026 - From one porch to another, I make my rounds.  These two spots coincidentally are the extremes of my jurisdiction, and I know every inch of separation.  The greatest incidence of interloper activity is found, however, on these lower levels of our domicile (there are a total of five), the ones physically closest to their haunts.  So more of my work day is spent patrolling here.  I am not complaining as you know how fond I am of my personal screened porch.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Life is better

when you enjoy it.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - happy catcident, feline luck

you think?

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

16 May 2026 - That object in the foreground has been vetted and deemed ignorable.  I would sprawl on it but it's not very comfortable.  And if I need to step out of the office for a little repose, this spot is perfect... and with little chance of interlopers interrupting my thoughts.  I am surprised, pleasantly, that a peaceful space can exist so close to the hubbub of workers and the hum of machines.  With only a staff of two (and both very part-time), maybe the reaction should be duh.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Some endings write themselves.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - catspicuous, easily seen (---> interlopers), attracting immediate attention (---> moi)

are we in agreement?

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

15 May 2026 - Sometimes the world, even my small version, can overload the senses and stress one out.  A nap is good for so many things, but definitely can ease the mind.  By momentarily blocking out distractions and detractors, one can sort out what is important and what truly warrants worry... and if one can't change those worrisome circumstances, then fretting is a waste of energy.  I know, I know, acceptance is not easy to master (but seems more doable when my eyes are closed).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Our thoughts are

difficult to corral.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - catsensus, the shared world view among felines

because I say so

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

14 May 2026 - Can you see the interloping squeep?  It's a gray blob beyond my not-clipped ear.  Its nose-to-the-ground searches have been confined to the area beneath the beep feeder (and it dearly wishes that it were a squeep feeder).  I haven't had to employ the glare, and won't unless it becomes interested in our domicile... but it bears watching.  Occasionally there is a cheeky squeep who dares to dart across the screen, and that will not be tolerated (but is quite entertaining... no wonder that I like my job).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

It is simply amazing what

someone will try to get away with.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - impurrdent, rude or disrespectful of a cat's purrimacy

flat out

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

13 May 2026 - I suppose that is me, a rather bad rendering I think.  My distinctive patterning is missing, as well as my clipped ear... so really it could be anyone of my species, or a large stuffed toy even.  The only way I would register this image is if my eyes noticed a sudden movement.  There is no odor to alert my nose... besides, even the smallest interloper occupies three-dimensions.  It is all a joke by Mr. Sol (so don't fall for his pranks).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Flesh out your personal space.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - uninpurresting, lacking excitement <yawn>