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Tag Archives: cats
The Three Amigos (Kitty Version)
The interns keep nagging me that the mailbag is overflowing with requests for more information on my beloved kitties, Modern Philosophers. Since I like keeping you guys happy almost as much as I hate being annoyed by the interns, I … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged animal adoption, Cali, Cassie, cats, Cleo, Crazy Cat Guy, Humor, kitties, Modern Philosopher, Pets, sarcasm
6 Comments
There Are No Cats In Hell
“I see you have taken another step towards officially becoming a Crazy Cat Man,” The Devil quipped as he leaned against the doorway the led into my living room. As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit, … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged cats, Humor, life in hell, Modern Philosopher, pet adoption, Pets, sarcasm, satire, short story, The Devil
8 Comments
The New Cat House On The Hill
It’s been almost a year now, Modern Philosophers, since Miss Luna left The House on the Hill for Kitty Heaven. Over that time, I have carefully kept an eye on Cali to see if she was depressed or withdrawn because … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged adopting a cat, cats, forever home, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, opening your heart, pet adoption, Pets, sarcasm, satire
17 Comments
Still Shaken
I’m still badly shaken by Miss Luna’s passing, Modern Philosophers. I cried all day on Monday, shed more tears yesterday, and have found myself on the verge of breaking down several times today. How could one tiny kitty knock such … Continue reading
Posted in Love, Philosophy
Tagged cats, dealing with loss, grief, is there a god, lack of faith, meaning of life, Modern Philosopher, Philosophy, Religion, why do pets die, why isn't life fair
31 Comments
Goodbye, Miss Luna
It is with a heavy heart and ears filled with tears, Modern Philosophers, that I share that Miss Luna has left The House on the Hill to go to her new home in Kitty Heaven. She left us at some … Continue reading
Posted in Love
Tagged cat heaven, cats, dealing with loss, Death, goodbye, grieving, life, loving our pets, Luna, Modern Philosopher, the loss of a pet
73 Comments
Lost In My Thoughts On A Walk
How’s it going, Modern Philosophers? This is one of those nights when I absolutely need to write, but I’m mentally exhausted and physically drained, so I’m not in the most creative mood. Plus, I think I sweated out all my … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged cats, Humor, introverts, life, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, self-reflection, Thoughts on a Walk
5 Comments
I Loathe Going To The Vet
I love my kitties very much, Modern Philosophers. Cali and Luna are adorable, affectionate, not at all demanding, and very rarely cause any trouble around The House on the Hill. I don’t write about them much on the blog because … Continue reading
If At First You Don’t Freak Out, Try Try Again!
There’s nothing like waking up early on a Saturday morning with a knot in your stomach because you are extremely anxious about the morning’s activity, Modern Philosophers. No, it was not time for my bi-monthly shower. That’s next weekend. The … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged animals, cats, going to the vet, Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, Pets, Sarcasm, satire, sick kitty, veterinarian
19 Comments
That Great Friend You Make At A Mental Hospital
Today is my friend Killer’s birthday. Her name isn’t actually Killer, but that is the nickname I burdened her with many years ago. Since this blog is all about protecting the true identity of those mentioned in it, we will … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged birthday, cats, cheerleaders, friends, Humor, life, mental hospitals, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, Sarcasm, satire
23 Comments