My two cats taught me many lessons about healthy living. (I wrote this long before my second cat, Sister passed over. But I still think of her often. My second cat, Norie, had to be euthanized because of illness at the age of 16 years old.) After being owned by two cats, I can say … More Good Health Lessons from My Cats
Hello, I am Norie, an intelligent, black pantherette. Please indulge me a few moments of your time. I have decided that some cat owners need more education on which toys some of us cats truly enjoy. I do realize that every cat is different. During my life I’ve made some observations that may help the humans … More Little Panther’s Opinions on Cat Toys
October was Black Cat Awareness Month, I wanted to dispel any superstitions about black cats. I wanted to share about my Norie. Take a look at these pictures, and the story here and see what you think. Several years ago, after my second son and his wife moved from a house to a smaller apartment. … More My Black Cat Is Not Bad Luck
This happened several years ago but I thought that other cat lovers would understand. Norie, my black cat, loves to play, observe, go out on the screened in porch and stalk birds as they peck around looking for food safely beyond her reach. Sister, my second cat of a different personality, preferred to sit in … More Warm Kitty, Soft Kitty
I am very thankful for the companionship of my cat, Norie. This black cat is one of the joys of my life. She is a source of laughter, companionship, amazement, challenge, and life lessons. Norie trusts me implicitly. She knows I would not hurt her on purpose. I have stepped on her paws or tail … More Thankful for My Cat
I am retired, over 70, and an extrovert who enjoys being around people. But after Covid started I was more careful about who I was with. I ate out or visited with my close friends. So my entertainment included: calling friends; little things to do around my home; donating things I didn’t need; keeping records … More My Entertaining Cat
August 17 is International Black Cat Day. This is my Norie. You may have seen my recent blogs on black cats, with photos of my Norie. This post explains why black cats have been maligned and how beautiful and smart they can be. I hope that these words and photos will introduce black cats for … More Black Cat Appreciation Day
The revolt of my two cats has taken a turn for the best for them and for me. For the background story see: https://joyful2beeblogs.com/2025/07/30/my-cats-are-revolting/. The primary plan Norie was put on a weight reduction diet and lost one pound within the prescribed amount of time. The plan involved feeding the maintenance amount of foods to … More ‘The Cats Won! Maybe I Did Too.
Norie is the clown. She makes me laugh every morning by lying on the floor on her back as I get ready to sit on the bed to put my shoes on. She looks up at me with her paws dropped on her chest and her legs splayed open, just begging for me to tickle … More My Cats Are a Blessing
My life has never been the same since I adopted “my two cats.” I think they plotted to come into my life and make me their servant! They each have their own personalities. But Sister was the one I totally underestimated. (Sister was euthanized December 30, 2018.) Sister was always the timid, sweet, gentle cat. … More My Cats Are Revolting!
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