Libraries have long served as havens for learning, research, and perhaps more importantly, a respite from the noisy hustle and bustle of daily life. I won’t lie, any place where it is generally frowned upon to speak over a certain decibel is a place I’d probably prefer to be. As one of those people who […]
Tag: Inspirational Animals
Special Kitty Series: Marmie
For this month’s special kitty feature, we have a very special guest. Marmie is the cutest girl that had a very rocky start. Marmie is FIV positive (and proud), and she has Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. She also is toothless, which is stomatitis, and she has asthma and a diaphragmatic hernia. This kitty has surely been through it. But, I’m so […]
Famous Paintings Of Cats: The History Behind Them
As someone with a thorough education in art history, it has always been a pleasure for me to stumble upon portraits of cats. It’s nice to know that before cameras were invented, artists were really out there trying to capture the majesty of our feline companions. In fact, you may recall from a previous article […]
Thus Posed Zarathustra: The Story Behind The World’s Most-Painted Cat
Every cat is a work of art, especially when they’re lying splayed-out on your bed in their “paint me like one of your French girls” pose. Every cat-lover knows this to be true. As an artist myself, I am not immune to the allure of the feline figure, embodying my own precious feline, Marzipan, as […]
Meet Smush: A Brave Little Kitty
Smush is a special girl. Smush has some genetic deformities that make her look a little different than other cats, and she has come from very humble beginnings. We found Smush on Instagram, and we were very curious about her. We had the privilege of talking with one of her awesome mommies, Shannon! We are […]
Meet Maya, a Special Kitty with a Special Story
Maya is an extraordinary kitty, she lives with a chromosomal abnormality, but that doesn’t get in her way of being an Instagram star, expert snuggler, and full-time cat toy aficionado. Recently, we had the privilege of getting to talk to Maya’s human, Lauren. We are so excited to introduce Maya to those of you that […]

