I miss you, my Whistle Bird. You made a hard choice all those years ago, and although it wasn’t the option I’d selected for you at the time, I’m so glad you stayed.
And will stay, forever in my heart.
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And Then There Were Three (Creature Thoughts, Jan/Feb ’26)
Farewell, sweet Stripes. Fly high above the rainbow with your sister Stars. I’ll miss you forever.
Yes, You Can Combine Christmas Trees and Cats (Creature Thoughts Nov/Dec ’25)
In the USA, Thanksgiving is nearly here. Once that holiday is past (and, in some households, even before), people start thinking about Christmas decorations. (Or, at least, those do who celebrate that holiday.)
In homes occupied by pets, that indulgence may require added precautions.
A Visit from the Past; Sept/Oct ’25 Creature Thoughts
I was searching in my old Blogger archives this morning, looking for inspiration for this month’s newsletter. I actually was searching for something totally different, but happened across the issue I’m quoting below.
As I looked at the date, saw the opening lines, my heart nearly stopped.
The day after I wrote this … my mother died.
Creature Thoughts Jul/Aug 2025: HUMMINGBIRD!
Sometime in late April, just about every year, people who follow me on Facebook will be greeted by a single-word, all-caps post.
HUMMINGBIRD!
Creature Thoughts May-June ’25: Ticks, Fleas, and Cats
It’s flea and tick season. Make sure you read those labels, because many products safe for dogs can be toxic to cats.
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