fraught train

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

30 Apr 2024 - My retreat to my personal balcony, in hindsight, wasn't well thought out.  Now the external noises are sufficiently loud that I can only hunker down and hope they remain "out there".  I don't know why I feel much safer in a close space, with a ceiling just inches from my head... then again why should logic find a reason for an emotion-driven response?  I take some solace in watching the peeps continue their morning routine... but by a cat's standard they are practically deaf.  Survival is my main focus... all thoughts of a nap have been postponed.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Count your coins, because

you can count on change.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - in turmeowl, black-and-white knuckled

minor league

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

29 Apr 2024 - We like to believe that the universe not only notices us, but has our best interests at heart.  So that Mr. Sol is shining upon this recently changed cushion is enough proof to make it a more than acceptable napping spot.  The shorter peep obviously enjoys a cooler morning, opening portals to invite it in, but I just find its offering chilly.  A warm pool of sunlight is most welcome, where I can wait out the arrival of afternoon heat.  Hurry up, Mr. Sol!

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

We are cosmic dust,

overlooked by the housekeeper.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - of little impurrtance, insignificant (unless you are an interloper)

why indeed

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

28 Apr 2024- I don't know why my midday treats are so highly anticipated.  If I were being objective about their taste, I honestly couldn't gush.  And there is absolutely nothing at this point to surprise me, no secret ingredient, having had them countless times.  Despite all the low-key plaudits, I still get excited at the thought.  Maybe it is the presentation and accompanying head pat?  I do know that the offering adds up to more than the individual parts (of which I get six).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

If you want to spoil it,

overanalyze it.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrobe, to meowthodically examine so as to understand

difference of opinion

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

27 Apr 2024 - Every now and then I like to remind myself why I don't spend more time with the peeps in front of the colorful rectangle.  Tastes change, attitudes shift as one ages, so it is possible that something without point could now have meaning, or at least entertainment value.  The answer is "not yet".  But I wanted to show solidarity with my two last evening, so I found a nearby spot that was comfy and took a nap.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

There is no good reason why we

should all enjoy the same things.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - mismeowtch, failure to align (not necessarily a deal-purr-eaker)

topsy-turvy

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

26 Mar 2024 - Something is happening in this part of the domicile.  Both peeps have been hanging here more than is typical, plus I've detected strange noises and strange smells.  So, when the hubbub ceased, I had to investigate... and there have in fact been some changes.  My concern is how far will the changes ripple (you know I'm not fond of change).  To answer that I'll have to keep watch for a while longer... but I'll let you know what is up as soon as I'm more certain.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Chaos seems to have

the upper hand.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - pandemeownium, nerve-wracking turmoil (make it stop)

king-size

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

25 Apr 2024 - Peeps are so big... is it any wonder that I hid from them at first?  Now I've grown more accustomed to the size discrepancy, and realize it isn't that dissimilar from the ratio between beeps and myself (and I thought I was just intimidating).  I do prefer it when my two aren't towering over me... it's tiresome always looking up.  Of course the best position is when they are lying down.  Then we can relate eye to eye (and I have a great expanse upon which to nap).

  

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't lord it over

the rest of us.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - colosspuss, a formidable cat (I'm bigger in my imagination)

what was that?

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

24 Apr 2024 - Something just moved beyond this portal... I don't doubt my ears.  Alas, just from the sound I can't say what manner of interloper it is, although probably not that large (thankfully).  I was in the midst of a nap, quite comfortable, when my body received the insistent "wake up"... and who can sleep through that alarm?  So now I strain my senses for more information, with the hope that soon I can sound the "all's clear" and return to that dream where interlopers are easy to spot and easy to intimidate.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

A stretch of calm

will get interrupted.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrtrify, to rivet one's attention (and freeze one's body)

oh, drear

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

23 Apr 2024 - It has been a while since I checked in with my secretary.  We have a good working relationship, and I have largely relegated to her my daily correspondence... but occasionally I like to pop in, show my appreciation, and give my stamp of approval:  "... and I approve of this message" kind of endorsement.  I have enough on my plate of responsibilities keeping our domicile free of interlopers, so I have no desire to maintain a journal of my actions and misadventures... and honestly who would want to follow the same-old-same-old life of an introverted cat?  (Is it any wonder that I take naps?)

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Roller-coasters can give

you gray hair.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - lack of purriety, tedious repetition (it's one way to be good at what you do)

busy body

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

22 Apr 2024 - There are places in our domicile that only I have explored... and I have the cobwebs to prove it.  Some of my roaming is due to innate curiosity, but there remains the possibility of interlopers to discover and rout.  So if my head will fit through the opening, I must investigate.  This out-of-the-way spot is not far from my office, and it would appear to serve as a storage area, i.e., not much of interest found... but that wasn't known until I poked around in the shadowy darkness.  Now I'll go check out my personal screened porch.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Live a life of

questions.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purr-rying, inquisitive (some might say too)

on that you can rely

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

21 Apr 2024 - An open door is a supreme cat influencer:  I just have to see what is on the other side, and not just once.  Before you give me an eye-roll, admit that you too have your eccentricities, actions you feel compelled to do.  In some ways it is what differentiates us... although truthfully I don't have enough data on my species to know if we all share this trait (I would like to think so... curiosity and all that) or if it is just me.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

It is nice to have things

you can depend on.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - unspurrving, reliable and constant (just what you want in a friend)

collision course

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

20 Apr 2024 - The black jungle cat lies in wait for his next victim... although there is no rush as I just enjoyed my breakfast.  My wild cousins seldom have the luxury of an alway open buffet, so there is the constant pressure of where to find the next meal.  I am grateful to be freed of that worry, allowing me the time and energy to focus on these pesky interlopers, to keep our domicile free of ne'er-do-wells.  Sometimes I am caught up in the pursuit and crunch down on one of the varmints... but truthfully I like the taste of kibble better.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Adrenaline can't be denied.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - spurrmish, a satisfying fight between feline and foe

heads up

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

18 Apr 2024 - Possibly the reason I claimed this space as my office is because I'm the only one who can squeeze in.  Definitely too cramped for my peeps, it still affords me a close-up of our business workings.  I can observe without being obvious... and of course employee behavior is very different when under the microscope.  So I blend into the woodwork, and take note of how things are being handled and any issues that I as manager should address.  I consider myself lucky to have a staff that purrs along, allowing me time to think executive thoughts.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

There are only a few

decisions that are difficult.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrincipal, the feline senior official (by default doesn't matter)

I wonder

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

18 Apr 2024 - I do hope that you have a space as soul-satisfying as my personal screened porch.  If I can't be found inside our domicile, my peeps know where to look.  Besides giving me a great spot to spy on the interlopers, it affords all the amenities of the outdoors... which when nicely heated by Mr. Sol can't be topped.  And now that temperatures are more acceptable, my two sometimes join me (and come bearing treats).  I need to doubly thank Bastet for my over-all good fortune.  Although I am good at my job, this life isn't "earned".

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

We are along for the ride.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - meowvelous, extremely pleasing (and I'm not a pushover)