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Cat Observations

Trust is so much a part of every relationship – I mean, I love my cat, but he has this disconcerting way of sleeping with one eye open, as if checking out the terrain, listening for incoming -- well, he's either a very silly, typical paranoid cat...or they know the human soul a lot better than we admit to. Cats seem to have two basic instincts: start and run – while mankind has 3: more, more, and more.... I was going to cut the grass today; then thought, as with dust, grass can wait till tomorrow – unlike laundry and cat litter that seem to ferment awfully – therefore, some must-do chores were gotten too...while executing the routine tasks I wondered, why do I hang-on so? A little kitty meowed.

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Date: 2/5/2022 5:09:00 AM
Good Morning Joe - Have a seat and let me ramble. I adore cats so this is so endearing and lovable and more. I understood your every word as I picture this beautiful babies and behavior. This entry truly brings peace and smiles to those who read. Thank you for sharing with us. Have a wonderful weekend.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/6/2022 7:58:00 AM
Thank you so much, Lisa; Joyful that this one gave you pause to smile and relate. Inspired by my cats, a few years ago I put out a little book of cat poetry, and drawings. It was a fond labor of admiration and love. Joe.
Date: 2/4/2022 9:33:00 AM
Cats are sulky, sultry and Wiley, they make us love them through their clever characteristic traits, they are cuddly as well and soothing when you need a cat to cuddle and her shoulder to cry on. But they are shrewd, still we love them as they are, always chilled out! Loved this poem Joe. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/4/2022 1:29:00 PM
They are such a hoot; love your analysis! Was lying in bed last night, forgot to close the door, and felt a little nose pressed softly against mine, and a furry little body pressed into my shoulder, as if it were a baby. A Zen moment. Blessings, Joe.
Date: 2/2/2022 4:54:00 PM
Hello Joe ... cats have a mind of their own and do what they do when they want to do it. Even so, they are great company to come home to - thank you Joe - Lindsay
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/3/2022 11:43:00 AM
Hi Lindsay; they are such lovable, while independent little devils. Thank you. Blessings, Joe.
Date: 2/1/2022 11:16:00 PM
Beautifully & lighty reported, "basic instincts," too/2. I loved the movie for all the wrong reasons. But your 2 basic I stincys of cats, 3 more & more & more - fir us humans - that takes the bun. Lots of fun truths
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/2/2022 8:07:00 AM
Thank you, Anil my friend; this was fun to write -- my little, furry buddies are an inspiration. Joe.
Date: 2/1/2022 3:43:00 PM
Hello Joe DiMino, this poem also made me smile. This poem is going to be my fav. Enjoy your evening my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 2/2/2022 11:05:00 AM
Hello Joe DiMino, you are very welcome. Enjoy your day my friend.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/1/2022 4:44:00 PM
Ok! Thank you so much, Darlene; you made my day! Have a beautiful evening my friend!
Date: 2/1/2022 1:45:00 PM
This made me smile Joe. We have a cat we raised from a kitten. Her world is inside but she is happy and rules her domain with her squeaky meow. Wouldn’t have it any other way! Blessings xxoo
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/1/2022 4:49:00 PM
Hi Connie; I have two, and we also do not let them out for their safety -- so, they get the run of the house...and they do own it. I made a special extension in the back of the house, where it is all screened in but it feels somewhat like being outside (lots of birds, trees and feral cat visitors). I have 3 cat trees, and a bunch of other little things for them to jump over and around. And they get a lot of our attention so it is not too bad for them. Joe.
Date: 2/1/2022 10:24:00 AM
I enjoyed this creative poem. Well done :)
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/1/2022 10:48:00 AM
Thank you, Heidi; this was so much fun to write. Just flowed out. Have a beautiful day my friend! Joe.
Date: 2/1/2022 4:27:00 AM
The cat in a catbird's seat definitely. A refreshing piece Joe, encourages me to get a pet.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/1/2022 7:52:00 AM
Lot's of cats in shelters just waiting for you. They are great. They are great protectors. When I come home, and they are not in window waiting for me, which means they are hiding, It's heads-up! Joe.
Date: 2/1/2022 3:31:00 AM
Fun to travel the rabbit trail with you - pondering your cat, your love for him and how he makes even your chores worthwhile with a simple meow.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 2/1/2022 3:35:00 AM
Hi Kim; they are so cute, I live with two. Thank you. I have learned some very large lessons about love, from sizes much smaller than myself. Blessings my friend. Have a beautiful day!

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