The back porch learned a new quiet. Birds chirped, trees swayed, and insects whirred—a late spring chorus for a gentle afternoon. Yet the quiet felt vacant, as if something vital had slipped away. Clara stood in the doorway, listening. No thud of paws. No inquiring meow. Not a calico streak weaving around her ankles like ...

The earliest pet you ever bond with holds a unique place within your heart. You will never recover from their loss, no matter how many furry companions enter your life. My father had that experience with his first cat, a beautiful black kitten named Dude. She lived for 16 years under his care. I didn’t ...

The great cacophonous roar of the 7:30 rush buzzed through Sam’s body as he and his coworkers became thin stretched across espresso machines, breakfast sandwiches, and caffeine-deficient customers. He smacked the mocha bottle, but only a lone, lethargic drop fell into the frothy milk. With a groan, he tossed it into the empty trash but ...

Myths and legends are oral traditions passed down through the generations. This oral lore is something humans and cultures across the globe have in common. Tales of gods and goddesses. Nature, seasons, and animals. Fae folk and the Tuatha de Danaan. Rich fables weaved with superstitions, the Otherworld, and veils. Stories shared around fires or ...

I’ve had cats all my life. Never has any two been the same in personality or preferences. As a life-long member of the “Slave To My Cats” club, there are some myths I have personally debunked. If you own a cat, maybe you can relate. If you are looking to own a cat, then maybe ...

Fall colors come late, Orange cat in the window, My heart yields to change

Many people don’t realize the impact a pet can have on their life and the life of members of their family. Owning any pet can significantly improve your health in many ways. When people think about having a pet, they think of the obvious pet, such as a cat or a dog, while these are ...