Watchcat Collette was watching the parking lot from her window guard post earlier today. Then, she heard a noise. Was it a hubbub? Or perhaps a full-fledged brouhaha? Actually, it was an inconsequential noise from outside that caused no harm to anyone in Collette's assigned sector:
Just to make sure, however, Watchcat Collette set out to investigate it. Her sharp ears and dedication to keeping her assigned sector safe continue to impress me.Stray thoughts, non sequiturs, and other random musings
Friday, February 20, 2026
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Watchcat protocol MMDLIV
When you've been guarding the same part of your assigned sector for hours, it's understandable that your mind would wander:
That didn't stop Watchcat Rosie and Watchcat Sammy from walking off the job, though, in April 2003.Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Watchcat protocol MMDLII
A compassionate watchcat can sense when her backup watchbird needs a pick-me-up. Watchcat Sylvia offered her watchbird consolation and a quiet refrain of "There, there," when needed in July 2015:
Monday, February 16, 2026
Watchcat protocol MMDLI
When petting a watchcat during guard duty, Watchcat Headquarters advises petting the watchcat respectfully while not distracting her from doing her job. This, for example, was an acceptable way of petting Watchcat Lily on February 5, 2026:
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Watchcat protocol MMDL
If you were in Watchcat Collette's assigned sector on February 11, 2026, don't think Collette didn't see you:
She might not say anything to you, but she notices everyone within her purview.Saturday, February 14, 2026
Watchcat protocol MMDXLIX
Watchcats are entitled to nap breaks, but Watchcat Headquarters expects them to wake up when it's time to go back to work. Watchcats Sammy and Rosie took a well-earned siesta before returning to their guard post in March 2003:
