So it’s Cat Lover’s Month, we talked yesterday about the Crazy Cat Lady, have you ever thought about this? What exactly is the allure of the cat? I mean they have a reputation for being aloof, right? In my world, I’d say, “wrong.” Sure they have their moments. Cats like to sleep and often they choose to take their nap away from the
hustle bustle of the household. I’d say that’s pretty smart. Cats don’t usually do anything on command. Oh, you can teach little behavior patterns, such as, (in our household), “Sophie eats here, Olivia. You eat over there and you don’t bother Sophie until she finishes eating.” Yeah, she gets it, 
but she only complies when she wants to. A cat requires supervision in order to make sure she follows the rules.
We have to remind Olivia every single evening that we 
don’t want her climbing through the wood blinds. And every single evening, she reminds us to lift the blinds a little so she can get close to the window and sprawl on the window sill, even though it’s dark outside.
So yes, there are some issues with the sometimes stubborn, obstinate cat. In our house, even that mulish behavior is interesting and humorous. And it’s so worth it to also enjoy the sociable, sweet, and even snuggly mood of a cat. To me, that’s the allure—the constant surprises they present in their behavior and mood. I am intrigued by the cat’s ability to stand their ground and I adore their willingness to engage in meaningful ways with us. And what is more alluring than the beauty of a sinewy cat or a fluff-ball of a cat or kitten? That face—OMGosh, so adorable. Just look into those eyes and you’re toast. The cat is in charge and she knows it. She’s a master at hypnosis, don’t you think so? Oh yes, she has that allure in all aspects of her being.
