Tag Archives: sticking up for cats

What? This is my business.

There is a deep strain of work-for-its-own-sake in American life. It has been influenced by Calvinism and shaped by the ruggedness of early colonial living. It’s been encouraged by those who do not value human experience because they would rather … Continue reading

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“But cats don’t do anything!”

I’m never shy about being a cat advocate. But a lot of that comes with practice. Ever since I began enjoying cats, it seems the opportunity to defend them comes up when I least expect it. Whether it’s a friend … Continue reading

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The Cat’s Public Relations Problem

A common saying illustrates how cats are wrongly viewed. It’s the one that goes, “You know what’s wrong with a kitten, don’t you? They grow up to be cats!” Because it’s hard to think bad thoughts about kittens, isn’t it? … Continue reading

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