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Curiosity didn’t kill the cat; it wrote the next chapter.

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Before me, countless whiskered wonders have prowled through history, leaped into legends, and purred their way into myth. From sacred temple guardians to ship-savvy explorers, from royal companions to cunning tricksters, their stories were never truly lost. They left behind paw-printed mini-memoirs, waiting to be discovered.

With curiosity as my compass, I’ve uncovered their tales — some whispered through time, others boldly etched into history. This is a book for children of all ages. It’s a journey through the feline legacy, proving that greatness has always run in the family.

I did this to honor every feline, from the tiniest kitten to the grandest elder — the whiskered wanderers, the sunbeam seekers, the midnight hunters, the dreamers curled up in cozy corners, the mighty mousers, the lazy loungers, the daring climbers, the wise observers, the literary cats, the historical cats, the mythological cats, the everyday house cats, the mysterious, the mischievous, and the magnificent.

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So I knocked some of my editor's books off the shelf... 

Other cats understand.

Ta-Miu, the Chinese Imperial cat, and Creme Puff, the world's oldest cat, and Dewey, the library cat of Spencer Public Library, all came to my rescue:

Ta-Miu: “Books? Oh my dear, you must understand. As the cat of an imperial court, I know the value of creating my own space. Your books on a shelf, they are merely obstacles to my sovereignty. It is my right, you see, to assert dominance over all surfaces. But if you wish to stop me, consider making the shelf less accessible — move the books to a higher perch, and give me a more interesting place to sit. Perhaps a throne of my own. If I am not intrigued, I will leave your books in peace. After all, I have more important matters to attend to.”

Creme Puff: “Oh, darling, you’re worrying over books? In my 38 years, I’ve learned one important thing: the world is full of distractions. Books are no match for my refined taste, nor my love of curiosity. If your cat knocks them down, perhaps they’re simply reminding you that life is fleeting, and books, well, they can be replaced. Perhaps give them a cozy nook instead, and I bet they’ll stop their troublesome antics. Or not. Who can say? At my age, I’ve come to embrace the chaos.”

Dewey: “Oh, books! I understand. Books are a place of comfort, wisdom, and endless stories. But I’m a cat, and sometimes, the joy is in the discovery. I’ve spent my life in a library, and I can tell you this: Cats will always find a way to make their mark. If your cat keeps knocking the books down, why not turn it into a teaching moment? Use it as a chance to embrace the imperfection of your bookshelves, as I did in my library. Perhaps give them a special perch near the shelves to observe their kingdom. They’ll soon learn that being part of the book world doesn’t always mean knocking things down. Sometimes it’s about joining in the story.”

Now, are we done, or should I get some of my other, less friendly ancestors?

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My words land softly, like a cat leaping onto a windowsill — graceful and undeniable.

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Five
Five
Squirmy, squeaky, wriggly things
They climb me
Mew at me
Tumble over each other like uncoordinated mice
I lick
I feed
I do everything
Look at their tiny paws
Their wobbly tails
Mine
I am exhausted
I am trapped
I am… completely, hopelessly smitten

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On this Feline Femme Day, we honor the bold, wise, and nurturing she-cats who came before us. From Mafdet, the first known feline goddess, swift and fearless protector of ancient times, to me and all the cats who carry her spirit forward — we purr in gratitude. Whether goddesses, queens, or humble mousers, their legacy lives on in every whisker twitch and graceful leap. May we prowl ahead with power, wisdom, and the fearless heart of Mafdet herself.

#FelineFemmeDay #AncestressPurrs

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