stew hard

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

24 Nov 2022 - Contrary to what you might think, we cats are an optimistic lot.  If we are hungry and a strange peep passes the vetting, we might try befriending him/her.  If the aperture appears small but we really wish to be on the other side, we might try squeezing through.  And, in my case, if a peep happens nearby and I need a favor, I will see if my charm works (yes, the portal was opened).  With my poker-face, it is hard to guess what I have in mind (and there often is miscommunication).  However I will admit to being very thankful that there are two peeps in my life (even if one is still hiding).

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Don't bottle up gratitude.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - major-domeow, the indispensable member of the household (often it is me)

in the lead

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

23 Nov 2022 - May I come in?  If you're reading these jottings, you have already invited me into your space... and for that I am most thankful (that we don't have to meet face-to-face).  The shorter peep and I are keeping house, and if time spent in the domicile counts, it is mostly me... but that is OK.  I prefer my own company, although head pats and treats do require another breathing being.  The taller peep still hasn't found his way home... perhaps the shorter one leaves me to search out his whereabouts?  I'm interpreting her composure to mean that she isn't worried, so I won't be either.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

That we are in control

is a comforting illusion.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - purreminent, first and foremost (that I'm the only cat isn't relevant)

shake a leg

Shamus on view?

Me-usings and Me-emories

22 Nov 2022 - Do we have a shadowy intruder?  Nah, that's just harmless me.  Back and forth, back and forth, so my day ticks away.  I am still missing Mr. Sol, but some of his warmth is reaching us... and I am most grateful.  It is a test of character to complete the necessary screened-porch surveillance when I am freezing.  The shorter peep claims that I have a thicker coat of fur than when I arrived... I shudder to think of my shuddering in those early days, because "thicker" is a comparison and definitely shouldn't be interpreted as "thick"... at least I have no bald patches.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

It is amazing what we

can do when we must.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - tencatcious, purrsistent (just don't say, shudder, dogged)

that awkward stage

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

21 Nov 2022 - No, I'm not chewing with my mouth open, Bastet forbid,.  The shorter peep caught me in a socially-problematic moment, and didn't listen to better judgment.  You might gather that I'm quite comfy, perched atop this giant pillow, and you would be correct.  A cat's motto is "the higher, the better", so despite the fact that a heated towel was just a few steps away, I chose this spot for my nap.  And I had no regrets... other than the shorter peep's disturbing my rest, when she came to bed and wanted my cushion.  (But then I could lie on top of her, i.e., everything worked out.)

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Only you have to understand

your reasoning.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - empurrassing, cringe-worthy (at least by cat standards)

outlier

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

20 Nov 2022 - This side of the bed has been empty for a while... where has the taller peep gotten himself to?  Now that I think about it, the shorter peep's daily schedule has altered noticeably as well.  Large parts of the day I am the sole inhabitant of our domicile, which doesn't by itself drive a cat to despair... I have my job responsibilities, and there is always napping.  But the expected household to-and-fro is very different, and I don't know the root cause (which is worrisome), only the symptoms.  However kibble is still put in my bowl, my towel is still heated first thing in the morning (much appreciated in this present nastiness)... but what is going on?

 

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Some things bear constant watching.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - anomeowly, something that deviates from a cat's expectations

rock-it science

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

19 Nov 2022 - Brrrr, the weather isn't fitting for interlopers or sentry.  I've declared a meow-ratorium, at least until the temperatures cooperate.  I am compensated adequately, but not enough to freeze over.  Besides, every business plan needs to be revisited periodically, to ensure that the provisions accurately describe work responsibilities, expectations, etc.  So it only appears that I'm idle... the stuff between my ears is weighing impact, considering alternatives... brainy stuff that is quite exhausting.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Thinking is actually

harder than it looks.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - catlever, talented in the feline arts

idling threat

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

18 Nov 2022 - I don't exaggerate:  there are interlopers out there, and one of them is a paw's stretch away... if it weren't for this pesky glass.  But the barrier also keeps these trespassers out of our domicile, so it is a frustrating necessity.  This particular beep isn't as persistent as I've seen, but even so I can't give it an inch lest word of my easing-up spreads through the neighborhood.  So I glower and prepare to launch my body, knowing full well that I can't reach it.  My hope is that it doesn't realize my limitation, and obligingly moves along.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

A fearsome exterior

might be enough.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - meowderous, displaying an intense demeanor by bristling the fur and standing sideways