up to the task

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

21 May 2026 - I am a medium-sized example of catness, so my long list of responsibilities and the sheer size of territory to protect can seem at times overwhelming, more than I can possibly manage.  But that's the big picture's enormity:  when I focus on the job at hand, e.g., glare at that seed-stealing squeep, I know the task can be accomplished.  That is one of the benefits of living in the present.  That approach sets aside the awaiting concerns for the at-hand matter... and how much better can the at-hand matter be handled than by giving it your full attention.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Tick things off

one at a time.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

poem of the day - "A cat came fiddling out of a barn, with a pair of bagpipes under her arm.  She could sing nothing but ,'Fiddle dee dee!  The mouse has married the bumble bee.'  Pipe cat, dance mouse; we'll have a wedding at our good house."

of course

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

20 May 2026 - Despite all my grousing, life is good.  I am my own boss, my two peeps are well trained, and Mr. Sol has returned to robust health.  What else could I want... except a comfortable spot (or two) for an undisturbed nap (and well-earned, I might add).  My personal screened porch is exposed on three sides to interloper activity, so I spend quite a bit of my work hours out there, patrolling its perimeter.  And how quickly I can respond to an attack when taking my break in that same area!  It is almost as if I had a plan (but we cats don't like to lock ourselves into a course of action).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Be grateful when life

gives you a perk.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - cat purrglar, that much-admired (and sneaky) interloper rouster

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