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I feel like the reason certain dog-lovers insist cats are evil is because they read their body language as if they were dogs. So here’s a very basic guide to common “mean” things cats do that actually aren’t mean at all if you know what they’re thinking.

Rolling and exposing belly- attacks you when touched Does not mean: Give belly rubs! - haha I tricked you!  Actually means: I’m playful! If you reach for my belly I’ll grab your arm and bite it because I think we’re playfighting! 

Lazily exposing belly - still attacks when touched Does not mean: tricked you again! Actually means: I’m showing you my belly because I trust you. Please don’t break that trust by invading my personal space. I might accept a belly rub if I’m not ticklish and I know you well. Snapping at you while being pet Does not mean: I suddenly decided I dislike you! Actually means: You’re petting me in a way that gives me too much restless energy. Please focus on petting my head and shoulders instead of stroking the full length of my back next time.

Is in the same room but makes no attempt to interact Does not mean:  I’m ignoring you Actually means: We’re hanging out! I’m being respectful by giving you space while still enjoying your company. Slapping/scratching your hand when you try to pet them Does not mean: I hate you! Actually means: You’ve failed to establish that we’re not playing, or the way you’re approaching me scares me. Be calmer, speak more gently, make eye-contact and blink slowly at me before you try again.

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This is my cat, Brigitte.

24 hours after I brought her home, I got a mindblowing job offer.  Since I adopted her nine years ago, my life has become an amusement park.  She has brought me good luck ever since I took her into my home.

I’m telling you, there’s something about this animal.  Good fortune follows her everywhere.

I don’t want to be selfish.  I have everything I need and then some.  So, I’m sharing her with you.

Reblog Brigitte and you’ll receive fantastic news in the next 24 hours.

And when you do, please remember to help your local SPCA and support them in the difficult work they do for wonder animals like Brigitte.  Any donation helps your SPCA, even if it’s just five bucks.

Kitties like Brigitte are counting on you to give back when they bring you good luck.

Thanks, and congratulations on your good news!

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grown ass men are out here not eating fruit or vegetables or washing their face and having a list of things women must do to be attractive to them and thus gain their respect like grow the fuck up and eat a carrot literally no woman needs you

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“I began to realize how important it was to be an enthusiast in life. If you are interested in something, no matter what it is, go at it full speed ahead. Embrace it with both arms, hug it, love it and above all become passionate about it. Lukewarm is no good. Hot is no good, either. White hot and passionate is the only thing to be.”

— Roald Dahl (via quotemadness)

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No offense but my female ancestors didn’t go through centuries of oppression for me to feel bad about myself all the time

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it is so upsetting listening to so many males talk about all of the times they have gone on road trips alone and slept in their cars alone or on the side of the road, or travelled overseas alone and slept on the floor of strangers homes or in parks or at hostels, and they appear to have such freedom in that they are able to be alone in ways that females, unfortunately, cannot. and there is an ignorance surrounding this in that these boys never seem to comprehend just how fortunate they are that strange people and unfamiliar places and the dark of night are not their enemies but rather exciting, promising things.

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omg

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when the artist u hate releases a catchy song

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A Blurb About the Author

This blog is written and curated by a young woman (named Kate) who grew up in NC and lives in Baltimore, MD.

(Not that I’m not offended at having been called a dude. Most people probably thought that this blog was written by Ronald Reagan the whole time)

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Today it's two years since this guy moved in. ❤ #dailylouie #catsofinstagram

#catsofinstagram #dailylouie

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I already own this book and heartily recommend it for a fun (although too, too short) read! :D

WIN A FREE BOOK

To celebrate SUPERHEROES ANONYMOUS being 99 cents right now, I’m  giving away 5 free copies on Twitter and 5 free copies on Tumblr of the Kindle or Nook version of SUPERHEROES ANONYMOUS (winner’s choice).

To win, reblog or like. One reblog = 1 entry, 1 like = 1 entry. Following not necessary, but definitely would be appreciated!

More about the book:

Everybody in Chicago has a “superhero sighting” story. So when a villain attacks editorial assistant Gail Godwin and she’s rescued by superhero Blaze, it’s a great story, and nothing more. Until it happens again. And again. Now, the media has dubbed her Hostage Girl, nobody remembers her real name, and people are convinced that Blaze is just Gail’s boyfriend Jeremy in disguise. Gail’s not so sure. All she knows is that when both Jeremy and Blaze leave town in the same week, she’s probably doomed. Who will save her now?

If you like Supergirl or just amusing superheroes who probably cause more trouble than they help, this book is probably right up your alley. Gail Godwin’s always been the hostage…now how will she do with being the hero?

Note: you must have your ask box open so I can get in touch. Drawing will be 8/13 at 12pm EST and books will be sent out 8/14 at 12 pm EST. Good luck!

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Experimental plant nursery. #plants #houseplants #plantlove #indoorplants #peperomia

#plants #houseplants #plantlove #indoorplants #peperomia

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Sonnet 29, Edna St Vincent Millay #ednastvincentmillay #poetry

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Singing in the Shah Mosque in Isfahan, Iran

The acoustics  in the 400 year old mosque are amazing & notes hang in the air with crystal clarity. The singer is a student from northern Iran visiting Isfahan & had always wanted to sing in the mosque because of its unique acoustic resonance qualities. You have to stand on the tiled square for perfect effect.

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It's not hoarding if it's books or plants or cats. #plants #houseplants #plantlove #indoorplants #peperomia #monstera #philodendron

#plants #plantlove #indoorplants #philodendron #peperomia #monstera #houseplants