the shadows know

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

17 Aug 2026 - Although I am eager to be out in the morning light, I do love the close of the day:  the softened colors, the quiet of twilight... and to acknowledge that I've completed another round of keeping our domicile free of intruders.  Most of the local interlopers return to their base as the sun descends, but overnight I have to be particularly vigilant with marauding meeps.  They hunker down when my two are up and stirring, and creep out when the house gets quiet.  But I'm on to their game plan and wait to greet them.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Every day is different.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - catalyst, the feline that makes things happen

seriously

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

16 Aug 2026 - One of the things on my to-do list is an occasional visit to the hinterland office.  My two peeps spend a portion of each day here, so naturally I am very familiar with the space and feel obligated to keep it safe.  It is far removed from the larder and food-preparation area, so I'm uncertain why it might appeal to interlopers.  However it is near my personal sunroom, with its three sides exposed to the wilderness, and offers a few shadowy corners in which one can hide, so maybe that explains it.  All I can say is they should have listened.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't call someone's bluff

unless you can live with both outcomes.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - a cationary tale, a feline story that is a warning to others

give me a minute

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

15 Aug 2026 - I suspect we all have our morning rituals, the things that prepare us physically and mentally for the day.  I like to begin with a nourishing meal and personal grooming.  How better to do my job than feeling energetic and looking sharp?  After all, facing a non-stop barrage of interlopers can wear one down (am I making any progress??), so I need to constantly bolster the can-do spirit that keeps my eyes and ears on alert.  What I want to avoid is having to "call in sick"... because the ne'er-do-wells would audaciously chalk up a victory.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

A treat doesn't have to

be lavish to be appreciated.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - purrsonal day, a feline's time-off from work

knock, knock

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

14 Aug 2026 - The determination of friend or foe is a risky aspect of my job.  I know, from experience, that noises at our domicile's front entry could signal an alien peep invasion, so I must remain alert, muscles tensed.  It is always a relief to recognize one of my two returning to the fold, but that has not always been the case.  In very recent memory, when my two had gone missing, there were multiple appearances of peep unknowns that required me to skedaddle to a safe spot.  I should renegotiate my contract to include additional bonuses for hazardous working conditions.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Things only appear safe.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - doormeown, feline monitor of entrances

bring it on

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

13 Aug 2026 - Beeps have been strutting on my personal screened porch this morning, and I aim to disrupt their parade.  Here behind the curtained portal, I can keep a sharp watch while concealed from the interlopers... it is a great arrangement (plus I can rest in the meantime).  So far a glare has been sufficient deterrent, but I'm prepared to dash out there to underscore my message.  Periodically, lest they try to outflank me, I must check the rest of the domicile's perimeter.  And you wonder why I need all those naps??

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Boredom suggests

insufficient imagination.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - excitemeownt, feline diversion

you just try

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

12 Aug 2026 - The shadowy area pictured to the right is the scene of my showdown with the scouting interloper.  I have returned, to watch for further activity and to keep the shorter peep company while she sits across the room.  I am pleased to report that last night was quiet, and we three slept undisturbed.  Of course today is another day, and my patrol will continue.  Mr. Sol continues to give us warm temperatures, so there is no incentive, yet, for the ne'er-do-wells to be seeking shelter from the elements... but that time is approaching and, like it or not, I must be ready.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

As distasteful as it is,

you must think like the enemy.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrpared, set for immeowdiate action

don't even think it

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

11 Aug 2026 - Sometimes I have to prod things along:  it isn't that the shorter peep forgets our routine, but I am often one or two steps ahead, waiting for her to catch up.  Last night I had to deal with an interloper inside our domicile, an unacceptable state, so I am eager to check our perimeters:  where did it get in, and was it alone?  No napping for me until I've answered those questions.  As of now, I'm leaning toward a sole scout, assessing the situation, weighing benefits versus risks.  I must make certain these acts of derring-do aren't worth it.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Say it only

if you mean it.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purroic, brave and fearless (I have my moments)