Don Juan and I went to the annual Blessing of the Animals today at the church where I sing, St. Luke's Episcopal in Los Gatos. (My avatar picture is from the first time we went to the blessing.) The rector claims that the blessing has been known to improve the behavior and manners of animals, although he does not guarantee results in cats.

There were three other cats at the service, dozens of dogs and one lorikeet (which Don Juan did not see, thank G*d). But Don Juan was the ONLY cat allowed out of his carrier! I had his harness and leash on, just so he wouldn't get away from me, but he stayed calm and watched everything and everyone. And so many people remarked what a good cat he is!

(Also what a BIG cat he is. )

Feast of St. Francis wishes for all of our furry, feathered and scaly friends.

Liz