Wednesday, 30 November 2016

the worship of idles

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories


30 November 2016 - Not exactly a cat in a hat, but this closet drawer is a much better fit, with good elevation... a feature that is important to us felines.  Often when my peeps vacate the premises and I am left by myself, I try to finagle one of these drawers for my repose.  With only one entry/exit and no way to observe the outdoors, it isn't a very good guard post.  However, since I don't really want to be disturbed by a trespasser (that might require some action on my part), I opt for ignorance.  It is a popular choice.








methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Somethings are best not known.













Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - lackadaisicat, hiding intelligence by acting blasé (I should get an Oscar)

Tuesday, 29 November 2016

do tail

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories


29 November 2016 - I am in full "what was that?" mode.  If my front paw was raised, I could pass for the pointer variety of dim deeps (not that I would ever aspire to be one).  With these warm temperatures I can't decide if I'd rather be inside or outside... and the shorter peep is probably wishing that I would make up my mind, as I have called on her to assist my frequent exits.  My nose won't let me rest:  with a source of water in our yard, all sorts of wildlife are sneaking a drink, and leaving their scented trails for me to track.








methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Be a curious George (or Georgina).













Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - purrsue, to follow something, to hunt for the answer  to "what?"

Monday, 28 November 2016

be nice

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories


28 November 2016 - The pale peep, that third member of a crowd, is still with us.  She has made kindly overtures of friendship toward me, so I am no longer exiting the room when she enters.  I have, in fact, sniffed out her sleeping space, and can detect no evidence of a little dim deep hiding in a shoulder bag or a massive tabby too heavy to stir itself downstairs.  She appears to have arrived here "alone".  I have joined her and the shorter peep for morning meals, and she is respectful of my dish.  True, she has stayed beyond three days, but I am not offended by the smell of fish.








methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Don't overstay your welcome.













Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - appurreciate, value a tolerable situation (because things could easily be worse)

Sunday, 27 November 2016

peeves and roosters

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Me-usings and Me-emories


27 November 2016 - I empathize with the little peeps this time of year:  I don't like to wait either.  But I certainly find myself doing that very thing… a lot.  My peeps and I are very compatible, but our sense of urgency could not be further apart.  My needs are very modest, and I ask for very little… so why is it so difficult for them to "snap to it"?  And what can I do about their slackness?  My paws are tied, and that they realize this fact partially explains their snail's pace.  To manage all the frustrations I self-medicate with sleep.








methodology of the meow-stro

   

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Biding one's time is an
inefficient use of it.













Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - agicatted, upset and fur-ruffled (but I shouldn't let peeps get to me like that)

Saturday, 26 November 2016

only half baked

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories


26 November 2016 - I will leave the worrying, in regards our lack of rainfall, to my peeps.  I know that their petitions for precipitation will ricochet into the deaf ear of our universe, so I shall conserve my breath.  Besides I have no issue with our dry, moderate weather.  What isn't to like, when in late November, less than a month away from St. Nick's appearance (although his impersonators are already out there shilling for consumerism), one can loll outside in perfect comfort.  Dust brushes off much easier than mud or, shudder, ice, and I am a stickler when it comes to personal grooming.








methodology of the meow-stro

 


   

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Since when is "good enough"
not good enough.












Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - felincity, pragmatic contentment exemplified by cats

Friday, 25 November 2016

divide and conquer

Me-ow-my-oh!


Me-usings and Me-emories


25 November 2016 - Aaah, leftovers!  The day after is almost as good as the first serving, and not nearly as much preparation required.  My diet and that of my peeps are, with the exception of dairy products and eggs, mutually exclusive.  For years my "something extra" was yogurt... and then I developed a sensitivity to it.  That was a sad day, to no longer have that special treat offered.  But occasionally the taller peep will share his plate with me, not that there is much left when he passes it over.  And I am very excited over a new addition to my meals, something brand new and delish and hopefully gentle on my digestive track.  I would hate to be disappointed again.








methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

It's wonderful to meet over food.













Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - allocat, to distribute fairly to the feline of the house (or there will be consequences)

Thursday, 24 November 2016

no turkeys here

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories


24 November 2016 - Evidently peeps who spend today alone, and would rather not, find these food-centric holidays depressing.  They should emulate us felines, who find it off-putting to be in a crowd, i.e., more than two.  So when my peeps disappeared this afternoon, I was delighted to have the house to myself.  My food bowl was not empty, I could hop on the kitchen counter (since what no one sees didn't technically happen), and I snoozed to my heart's content.  I have much to be thankful for.








methodology of the meow-stro


   

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Be comfortable with
your own company.













Bring back Bastet
Bastet beckons





Catty Corner

word of the day - cattented, relaxed and secure (in helps to know that you are king of the jungle)