By Shadow, as told to Kay Luckett
JANUARY is my name, the coziest of all cats being born when it was snowy cold. I like big piles of blankets to make biscuits and muffins. My actions toward most are positive and loving which is why so many adore and admire me. I come in all colors, sizes and breeds so look for me as I am very special. I already love you regardless of your color, size or breed.
FEBRUARY is my birthday and my coat is black & white, ginger, calico, and tiger. I could be any combo of those because knowledge of the true identity of Tom, my father, is unknown. I am all those things loved about kitties even when I am having naughty fun. Climbing up the curtains (I leave no damage) and scratching the chair legs—my marks are practically invisible. I love it when you scratch behind my ears.
MARCH is my special day and a new day offers me a yummy buffet of juicy stews, dried salmon, surprises of canned tuna juice, and always fresh filtered cool water. I like to chew some of mama’s breakfast eggs—no salt or butter—when we sit at the table together. but be careful of my love bites which are more fun than food.
APRIL is my name or Eamon, gender depending. Pleasure seeking, stubbornness, and indulging is our middle name. Eating our treats as the weather warms up, being the center of attention which means being in the center of your heart and soul—that’s what fills us up. Purring and satisfied, we continue our all-day catnap.
MAY is my name I claim my rep as the most mischievous, enthusiastic of all felines. I love to howl for no reason, especially at night. I feel especially cat-like when I see the moon. The sounds I make are purring (very loudly), snoring, howling, and I meow constantly in different tones just for fun, for attention to play, get groomed, fed treats or for no reason… You guess correctly much of the time.
JUNE is my birthday and my favorite places are under the bed and in the safe, dark corners of my room. I am a homebody, my love is to be home especially when I am alone. At those times I can explore, play with my toys and feel safe and serene. As an affectionate cat, I love to be scratched on my bottom, have my ears rubbed, and give cat kisses.
JULY is my birth month and I expect to receive everything top notch. The litter box must be cleaned two times a day, my nibbles and water to be fresh each day. Sometimes when things are not up to snuff, I can get snippy and hissy but mostly I soak in my sweet, neat surroundings while I get my tummy rubbed. I am a kitty who likes the calmness when things are in purrfect order.
AUGUST is my sunny day. I came out roaring for any and all attention, for any available lap, all for my contentment. All window sills are for my perching. Sometimes I swipe while being petted because I want more or less, or perhaps in a favorite spot. Sometimes a swipe or nip just happens as my instincts take over. My royal self demands all of your pampering for all of my pleasures.
SEPTEMBER remembers me for I was born under the planet Venus. As a lover of beauty, I wonder at flowers and birds under my window seat and love to peek at the stars each night. Cuddling is my most favorite and I wake-up in the warmest spot on the bed. My bed. The queen sized bed. Undisturbed preening, grooming, sleeping and dreaming is what I love best.
OCTOBER a Scorpio is what I am and please be careful of my moods as they change without warning. Yes, I want all the affection and get jealous and pouty when your attention wanders away from me. Please do not talk on the phone so much. I am passionate about life, my mystery beholds you and I am forever happy sharing love with all who are pulled into my magical auric field.
NOVEMBER my month is a holiday month and I got into some big trouble when caught eating foods left out on kitchen counter. Not at all my fault as I didn’t forget it there by accident. Nothing should ever be left out on the counter or table. Fortunately, my siblings and I did not get into the stuffing which has ingredients very bad for me such as onions and stuff. Born during this busy month makes me appreciate the action as I conjure up more exciting things to do.
DECEMBER makes me a holiday baby with a mix of thick fur for the cold weather. The holiday decor is very particular to be careful of no plants or greens that are toxic to me because munching on plants is my favorite. I can safely eat Christmas cactus, spider plants, ponytail palm, all ferns without fear of being poisoned and getting sick. Yum-yum stuff and only the cat kind of goodies should be for left out for me in my safe place away from the busy vibes.
Meow.
