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The Power of Purrs: Reflections on a Life with Cats

by Gary Shiebler

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. . . Suddenly, the spell is broken. Not by a blaring car horn or a cranky garbage truck hoisting barrels over whining belts and chugging cylinders, but by a surging collage of thumps and gallops growing out of the back of the house. I always try to ignore it, but theres no defense against these mischievous stirrings, no covers thick enough to hide under, no bedroom door solid enough to step this restless, impatient tide. Soon, these furry conquistadors will spill into the hallway and lay siege to our bedroom. We try our best to turn them away, but theres just no stopping the cats that want breakfast.

            Through sleepy grunts and sluggish groans, my wife and I reach for anything within an arms length of our nightstands. Within moments, the air in our once tranquil bedroom is filled with slippers, socks, pillows, Kleenex boxes, and small inspirational books. Its a noble display, but the cats know thats it just a matter of time before our paltry cache runs dry. They deftly sidestep our half-hearted barrage and press onward. Soon, theyll be on the bed, marching up the entire length of our pajamed bodies. Twitchy tails will swish beneath noses, whiskers will tickle cheeks, and toothy incisors will rub against stubbled chins. If we refuse to surrender, the troops will split up. Valuable glass items will be pushed to the edge of dresser tops, phones will be pulled off hooks, and mini-blinds will be systematically dismantled. If those tactics fail to swing our feet to the floors, theres always Cielo, our cat despising fox terrier and sleeping companion. No better way to propel us towards the kitchen than with a spinning, snarling, predawn brawl on the end of the bed.

            Once Im up, the offensive is immediately called off. The battle has been won, this particular mornings war is over and I, the defeated battleship, am carefully escorted to the kitchen by a now gracious flotilla of whiskered tugboats. When Im safely in port, they strategically disperse and reposition themselves on counters and breakfast bars and quietly wait for doors to open and silverware drawers to slide out. The familiar metallic puff of the can opener and my slow, wristy grind around a fresh serving of ocean whitefish signals the end of another successful ground campaign but victory will not be secured until all dishes have been filled and cans scooped clean.

Synopsis:

Few things in life can transform, empower, and enlighten our lives the way a cat can. It is a power that can be measured not only by memories and pawprints left on our hearts and souls (and carpets!), but also by the occasional welcome lap naps or an affectionate rubbing up against your ankles when you walk through the door. The Power of Purrs poignantly illuminates that special magic and takes the reader on a heartfelt and often humorous journey about loyalty, love, and how to let go.

Synopsis:

A heartwarming compilation of "tails" that explore the quirky (and oftentimes misunderstood) feline companions that touched one man's life forever.

Synopsis:

This charming collection shares stories about the author’s parade of cats through his household, including Lucy, a vagabond who came to him near death’s door, as well as Mitten, Rainbow, Johnny Ringo, and others.

“It’s easy to get lulled into believing our cats will live forever . . . But I always had a feeling that Lucy’s time with us would be short. As a result, I tried extra hard to make her daily life as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. I discovered peace in my care for her . . . I loved her not only for who she was, but for who I became when I was with her.”

Narratives about cats are always best sellers, and this superbly written memoir of a lifelong kitty conga is going to get raves from readers and even their people.

About the Author

Gary Shiebler is an award-winning singer and songwriter who has worked with the likes of Patty Loveless, Merle Haggard, Jerry Reed, Lorrie Morgan, Tanya Tucker, Bryan White, and Arlo Guthrie, to name a few. His love for animals--especially dogs, cats, and horses--and his work as a humane educator at the nationally recognized Helen Woodward Animal Center in southern California-- prompted him to write The Power of Purrs and The Power of Paws. He lives in Fallbrook, California.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

 

Foreword

Introduction

Sweet Kitty

Timothy

Cokie

Lady Grey

Charlotte

Quiche Lorraine

Rainbow

Rosemary

Mitten

Brooks and Dunn

Midnight

Lucy

Spencer

Epilogue

About the Author

Product Details

ISBN:
9781599213101
Author:
Shiebler, Gary
Publisher:
Lyons Press
Foreword by:
Friedman, Kinky
Foreword:
Friedman, Kinky
Author:
Friedman, Kinky
Subject:
Cats - General
Subject:
Cats
Subject:
Human-animal relationships
Subject:
Essays
Subject:
PETS / General
Copyright:
Edition Description:
First
Publication Date:
20080531
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Language:
English
Illustrations:
b/w photos throughout
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
8.25 x 5.50 in

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"Synopsis" by ,
Few things in life can transform, empower, and enlighten our lives the way a cat can. It is a power that can be measured not only by memories and pawprints left on our hearts and souls (and carpets!), but also by the occasional welcome lap naps or an affectionate rubbing up against your ankles when you walk through the door. The Power of Purrs poignantly illuminates that special magic and takes the reader on a heartfelt and often humorous journey about loyalty, love, and how to let go.

"Synopsis" by ,
A heartwarming compilation of "tails" that explore the quirky (and oftentimes misunderstood) feline companions that touched one man's life forever.
"Synopsis" by ,

This charming collection shares stories about the author’s parade of cats through his household, including Lucy, a vagabond who came to him near death’s door, as well as Mitten, Rainbow, Johnny Ringo, and others.

“It’s easy to get lulled into believing our cats will live forever . . . But I always had a feeling that Lucy’s time with us would be short. As a result, I tried extra hard to make her daily life as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. I discovered peace in my care for her . . . I loved her not only for who she was, but for who I became when I was with her.”

Narratives about cats are always best sellers, and this superbly written memoir of a lifelong kitty conga is going to get raves from readers and even their people.

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