on the lookout

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

12 Aug 2025 - The quiet of early morning calls attention to any interlopers stirring... which is why I visit my personal screened deck as soon as its portal is open.  It isn't unusual to spot a cheep as it hurries from one rock to another, in search of any seeds that have fallen to the ground.  And the squeep likes to be the first one at the replenished feeder.  There are several tiny, tiny beeps that frequent this area and are constantly squabbling over whose territory it is.  But obviously this spot belongs to me.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

The less you speak,

the more you hear.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - purring close attention, alert to what is going on (it's my job)

outgoing

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

11 Aug 2025 - It wasn't that long ago that I would have curled up in that patch of sunlight, but now we are in that enjoyable time of year when ambient temperatures, except for early in the morning, are warm enough to suit me.  No longer do I need to track Mr. Sol's progress above our domicile, and I am free to nap wherever I choose.  I still appreciate his contributions to our well-being:  all three of us prefer a sunny, blue-skied day to one that is gray and blustery.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

There are so many things

that impact our mood.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - clemeownt, mild (like me)

enlightened

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

10 Aug 2025 - There is no corner in our domicile that isn't included in my patrol, but otherwise I don't spend that much time in this particular room... which I decided was too predictable, so I hopped up for a nap. It really wasn't a nap, as much as waiting for the shorter peep to rise and make her way to the food-preparation area.  And when she strolled by this morning, I knew it was time to relocate myself and to lend encouragement to her breakfast efforts.  My assistance was rewarded.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Helping others is the

civilized thing to do.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - cattured, characterized by feline refinement and good taste

exactly

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

9 Aug 2025 - I am not so easily spotted from above, which is the typical flight path of the beeps... even the squeep follows a circuitous route through treetops to reach the coveted seeds.  I fully understand patronizing one's source of food, and those tasty tidbits simplify my job:  hang out on my personal screened deck and see what drops by.  On days favored by Mr. Sol, I will even be entertained by peeps on the lake, some zipping along, others slowly making their way... it is a busy corner of the world.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Stasis is a rare thing.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - symmeowtry, similarity between different things (we are more alike than not)

gusto

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

8 Aug 2025 - Okay, get with the program, shorter peep!  When I was a kit, I did not like to be brushed... something about the sensation was unpleasing.  But thankfully (because this grooming continued, despite my protests) I grew to like it and then to look forward to this part of my morning routine.  Often it is the case that I must remind the peep in charge of the comb that I am ready... and she soon complies (although there may be some waiting involved).  But even the anticipation of this satisfying feeling is something to appreciate.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Opinions can change.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

phrase of the day - to meow liking, pleasing to a cat

by jove

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

7 Aug 2025 - I love the variability inherent in my job:  each day loosely similar to the preceding, but the details defining each.  There is no union of interlopers, so their actions are seemingly random:  will the squeep try to claim my personal deck today?  will those silly head-bobbing beeps approach my (loathed) personal portal?  I do not know the answers to these questions... which is how I like to conduct my business - ready for anything.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

Review the contingencies.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - happurrning, a spontaneous event (trust the cat)

relentless

Shamus on view

Me-usings and Me-emories

6 Aug 2025 - My personal sun room is such a warm, inviting space, with my very own portal ledge on which to sprawl and nap.  But having three sides flanked by ungoverned wilderness means that it is a prime entry point for interlopers.  Just now I heard some skittering in this corner, so I am there to draw the line and meet the challenge.  Evidently my presence was sufficient deterrent as no ne'er-do-well materialized before my eyes... another successful day on the job.

clipped notes

                             Today's Catechism 

                            (for the autodidcat)

We can only try.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - assidupuss, showing great perseverance