Carolyn's Critters

One Dog, Three Cats and
Grand Ideas
InterSpecies Memos

Month: August, 2026

Spots

Hey Mom,I took Winston’s spot on your lap and he gave me his Death Stare. So I yelled at him.Charlie Dear Charlie,He thinks he owns my lap when I sit on the sofa. Clearly I’m very predictable. I go to the TV, turn on the news, then go to the kitchen to pour a glass […]

Security!

Mom,The bed attacked me!Winston Dear Winston,No, that was Charlie, when you crawled under the sheets while I was trying to change them. Love, Carolyn Mom,I was TRAPPED!!!!Winston Dear Winston,Not really. You just somehow got yourself wrapped in the sheet. And Charlie totally took advantage of the situation and pounced right on you. I’m sorry that made […]

The Trigger

Dear Elsa,The vet’s office sent me a text reminding me that it is time for you and Charlie to come in for your annual visit. Love, Carolyn Dear Mum,What did you tell them?Love, Elsa Dear Elsa,I made an appointment for Charlie, and told them I’d see what I can do about you. We’ve already cancelled two appointments […]

Scent

Dear Poppy,I have a request, sweetie. Can you please leave the cat toys alone?Love, Carolyn Dear Mom,Why do the cats need so many toys?XOXO Poppy Dear Poppy,Because if they have plenty of toys to keep them occupied, they don’t knock over the lamps. I call it lamp insurance.Love, Carolyn Dear Mom,But I don’t really play with the cat toys.XOXO […]