If he ever masters this, he must teach the art to Jiji, who tries the same, also unsuccessfully.

It is one of the secrets all cats crave.

Also, glad things are copacetic between you and Hestia.

Me, too. She was very shy and hiding under the bed when I saw her on Sunday because derspatchel's housemate was watching TV (it seems to unnerve her; we never had a television, so I don't think she had a chance to become used to the idea), but she accepted treats and petting and dinner. These cats are so dear to me.

Listening to the "My Best Friend's Girl" & totally agree.

I love cross-gender covers that don't change anything. They are almost always fascinating and occasionally better than their originals. ("Girls Just Wanna Have Fun," I'm looking at you.)