can you keep a secret?

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

30 June 2016 - We cats are viewed by peeps as mysterious creatures... probably one of the many sources of our appeal.  This characteristic undoubtedly stems from our very different nature (our detractors would say "indifferent"):  we are independent and certainly not ingratiating animals.  If we were human (perish the thought), we would be classified as introverts and deemed aloof.  Well, if you want a companion that is thrilled when you enter the room and kisses your hand obsequiously, don't cozy up to a cat.  We have too much self-respect for that.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

If you can't beat 'em, baffle 'em.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrculiar, puzzling, enigmatic, odd in a four-legged way

search warranted

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

29 June 2016  - Calvin the explorer!  That moniker may conflict with your internal image of me:  cautious, introverted, passive.  But sometimes curiosity wins out, especially when an area has been thoroughly vetted as "safe".  Two weeks without rain has pulled the lake level down, enabling me to skirt its edge without fear of wet feet.  I can investigate the newly exposed shore, while scampering among the rocks.  It is an enjoyable top-of-the-day outing:  a bit of exercise, a bit of fresh air, a bit of sleuthing.  Now I can justify my morning nap...not that it requires justification.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Get out there.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - PI, purrivate investigator, in feline parlance

suffer the little things

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

28 June 2016 - The placemat is out, as is her bottle of water:  the shorter peep's lunch must be soon.  I don't receive a summons, so my internal clock and my radar ears must make me aware that the time for treats is nigh.  I have found that arriving early is preferable to showing up late; I really don't want to be around when the table is being cleared.  The number of head pats drops right off when my peeps have risen from their seats.  The problem with being early to the table is what to do with myself... it isn't as if I can fill the minutes by reading a book or working a crossword puzzle.  Basically I have two choices:  peep-watch or nap (and sometimes the former transforms seamlessly into the latter).

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Eating shouldn't be done alone.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purroblem, a troublesome matter often caused by the inattention of peeps

yankee chipper

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

27 June 2016 - As you can see, I have an extensive playground.  This spot extends from the back of the "barn", as my peeps call it, and is ten feet off the ground.  Anything that gives a cat elevation is preferred, so you can see why I hang out here when one of the peeps is in the vicinity.  I even have an exterior access ramp, not pictured, which allows me to come and go as I wish.  Yes, life is good here when the sun is shining.  And I don't miss my Florida interloper at all.  I am not the only cat in this neighborhood, but the others have the good manners not to beg at the door.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

When you tire of the view,
turn around.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purrky, lively, cheerful, frisky (no wonder it is a popular cat name)

if the clue fits

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

26 June 2016 - Stairway to heaven?  Only if you like wet feet, which I don't.  So I am doing recon from a high and dry spot.  If I sit still long enough, I become one with the steps, at least as far as the beeps and squeeps are concerned.  They forage about on the ground and among the rocks, oblivious to my presence... well, probably not totally unaware since if I flex a muscle, they amscray.  I confess to doing that very thing, just to watch them scatter.  Does that make me a bad cat?  Don't answer that.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Looking and sampling
are two different activities.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - impurrvious, untouched by, resistant to, indifferent to - Cat Philosophy 101

freed spirit

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

25 June 2016 - The sun is washing out my view (but that is alright, having abundant sunshine is a good thing), however beyond this wall is my kingdom and my throne.  The itsy rectangle in the lower right of the window is my own personal exit... and yes, I can squeeze through the opening.  What I would register a complaint about is accessing this door.  If the chair is unoccupied and a limb's length away, I approach in the manner pictured.  Otherwise I have to negotiate the taller peep's desk (which is almost as hazardous as a mine field), and bridge the gap between it and the ledge.  Fortunately I am sure-footed and can execute a u-ey on a dime... alright, a quarter.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

The straight and narrow path
can be a bore.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - enterpurrising, creative and resourceful, especially if it is something you want

lionized

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

24 June 2016 - I am sovereign of my northern jungle.  It even comes with a rocky throne, lifting me above the tangle and mob.  Now that the possibility of frost has largely passed, I spend considerable of my waking moments out here, surveying my domain.  I particularly like the fact that 99% of my subjects are smaller than I.  It adds weight to my rule, and minimizes challenge.  A benign leader is a beloved leader.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

A bit of power can be dangerous.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - celepurrated, distinguished and greatly admired by my peeps