As chaplain in a university residence hall, I am supposed to uphold all of the school rules, which include a ban on pets. That changed when a kitten adopted me. The freshmen in my dorm kept my secret. They covered for me by calling my kitten “the Book,” since I had so many in my… Continue reading The Book
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Excerpts from a Cat Diary
DAY 752 – My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while I am forced to eat dry cereal. The only thing that keeps me going is the hope of escape, and the mild satisfaction I get from ruining the occasional piece of furniture. Tomorrow I… Continue reading Excerpts from a Cat Diary
Felix the Cat
My aunt’s neighbor in New York had a beautiful black cat, named Felix, who spent his days outside and came indoors at night. One cool October evening, he disappeared. The neighbor searched for him in vain for several days. The following spring, however, Felix reappeared, looking healthy and clean. She figured he’s been out sowing… Continue reading Felix the Cat
Tallented Duck
A duck walks into a deli and orders a rootbeer and a sandwich. The clerk looks at him and says, “But you’re a duck.” “I see your eyes are working,” replies the duck. “And you talk!” exclaims the clerk. “I see your ears are working,” says the duck, “Now can I have my rootbeer and… Continue reading Tallented Duck
Basic Rules for Dogs With a Yard to Protect
Being the well trained dog that I am, and graduate of obedience classes. Not to mention all the other training I’ve recieved as a Leader Dog for the Blind, I sometimes forget the basics in dog etiquette. So for others like me who have forgotten their roots, I submit the following. happy reading, Macky NEWSPAPERS:… Continue reading Basic Rules for Dogs With a Yard to Protect