So was I! Are we still friends? Purrs

Ms. Jane didn’t say she plays Scrabble - that was an assumption because she is so good with words. Besides, I’ve heard one is never too old to play Scrabble….that is a game that doesn’t require that the player has his/her marbles. It is obvious that Ms. Jane has her marbles but marbles are not required to play Scrabble.

Is that human or cat years? Dice

Dear Ms. Jane: I doubt that anyone would give me money to buy a car BUT if they did, I would buy many cars of the type I may be able to drive - like one with pedals. That would be practical for me and certainly would be GREEN. I would probably give the extras to fur friends or someone like Edith Ann. I agree with Serena, when will Edith be back??? Purrs from

I hear that my doctor (veterinarian, that is) is very nice but I have yet to meet her and that’s the way I like it. I try to keep healthy - excercise, etc. but I would not like to be told I can’t eat everything I like or go to bed early and I really don’t know what a free sample is - catnip? treats? Love, Dice the Nice

correction to the above - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY!!!!!

Dear Ms. Liz: Just wanted to add my HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all the others. Mine just may be the only greeting you get from a cat. Enjoy your day. Purrs from Dice, the Nice

Dear Ms Jane: I would gladly share my jobs with other cats, especially if it allowed them to feel as useful as I do. A four day work week sounds perfect to me. We cats know very well how to use any leisure time we have. I was so very happy to see you back as I missed chatting with you and I wish you a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY tomorrow. Purrs and hugs, Dice, the Nice

There was an article in this mornings’ issue of our local newspaper stating that Billy the elephant will not be leaving the Los Angeles Zoo. In the article, Cher was quoted as saying ” ‘They say it’s always been done this way, theres always been elephants in zoos,’ said Cher …’But it doesn’t make it right because we’ve had other things we’re ashamed of, like slavery,’ the entertainer concluded to loud applause particularly from scores of people wearing ‘Free Billy’ T-shirts.” That’s such an apt comparison—animals in captivity to people in slavery. So, right on, Cher!

Ms. Streep is THE BEST and I hear she is a “cat person”, too. It is said that she will be in “Dewey”, a coming movie which is the story of a very special library cat.

Dear Ms. Ro: Thank you so much for your note and I appreciate your kind words. I am so sorry to hear that your dog hates cats. I am sure you’re right that it is based on fear. It is my understanding that there are dog trainers who might be able to help her conquer her fear and maybe actually like cats. I think you were right to choose a young cat to meet so your dog wouldn’t be too fearful. What happened with that meeting? I was raised around dogs and was especially fond of one named “Lady”. I don’t have any dog friends now and since I am an outdoor cat (MY CHOICE) I am not real trusting, but I do try to be friendly. I do hope you can figure something out for your dog. Thank you again for your compliments.

One of the people who rescued mewhen I was a kitten said “I’d a lot rather sit around and talk with my animals than most of the people I know”. Maybe you feel that way, too. I don’t live there any longer and my present people do give me massages from time to time.

My dear Serena I wanted to add my congratulations to you for your wonderful (if sad) article. You have always been very kind to me and anyone who loves animals as you do is number 1 in my world. You are a really fantastic writer and I am very happy for your success. Love and purrs from Dice the Nice

Yes, Ms. Jane - I miss you a lot when there are no messages from you. Purrs from Dice.

My dear Ms. Jane, I do think your drawing is wonderfully mystical and magic and your comment about infinity is infinitively thought provoking! So, I am sitting basking in the sun and thinking. What more could I do! Love, Dice P.S. I wanted to send you one of our Christmas cards, but didn’t know where to send it. I saved one for you, anyhow! Is there a non-intrusive place I could send it? D.