Life preservers
They don’t make life jackets for sailors who weigh one pound. No water wings or floaties would fit his stubby twig legs. There was only one life preserver for the smallest of swimmers. It was you.
Joey Muffins
You can tell a cat is loved by his nicknames. Any stray can be a Joseph. It is a perfectly respectable name, shared by saints and Jonas brothers. But it takes the lilt of love to turn you into Joey Muffins.
Kitty LeFey’s Cosmos: Arrival
Homegoings are the most celebrated moments at Tabby’s Place. Afterall, nothing is better than family finding each other. Arrivals are also the most celebrated moments at Tabby’s Place.
Guest post: The Chronicle of Wonderkittens
Editor’s Note: Oh, dear ones, you are in for a masterpiece of tenderness today. If you have ever wondered if it’s possible to be truly known and truly loved at the same time … exactly as you are … read on. Myron and Barbara are love on legs, and Max and Pippin are the kind of blessings that bloom when […]
100% Cici
In Roman numerals, “C” indicates one hundred. In Ringoes, New Jersey, “Cici” indicates one hundred percent. As in, perfect.
Geege
Good morning, dear Gigi. Forgive my peasant ways. Here I am, rushing in on a first-name basis, wearing a sweatshirt with a marinara stain from 2007, forgetting to curtsy. I’m not even sure what title befits your dignity. Should I address you as Your Eminence? Is it Your Grace? Or may I call you Geege?
Kitty LeFey’s Cosmos: Scout’s Honor
At Tabby’s Place, building community is highly cherished. In this very special building, cats and people come together to create a community like no other.
Hardscrabble kittens
This is not a hobby. This is not a game. This is Scrabble, and all his letters come down to Y-O-U.
After breakfast
“Oh, sweetheart, you go first.” “Tell me what you need. Tell me who made you cry. Tell me everything.” “Me? Don’t you worry about me. I’m not hungry.” Pancake said it with a smile, because she meant it from her heart.
Forever Loved: Theodosia
How can I welcome people to Tabby’s Place without your help, Theodosia? You were my co-conspirator, my hidden pearl, and the other half of my comedy duo. The much better half.