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Jan 23 2012
The Two Very Best Cats in the World, I Think
They're affectionate.
They're communicative.
They lie on their backs and allow me to rub their bellies without instinctively clawing and biting my hand because they're afraid my hand is going to attack their internal organs. I assume that's why most cats don't let people rub their bellies, but I'm not sure. Maybe cats are just ticklish. Either way, I rub my cats' bellies with impunity.
They're sweet to each other.
They lick each other's ears.
They lick each other's paws.
They start purring when anyone starts talking to them.
They start purring when anyone looks at them.
They sleep together in a yin-yang position.
They're always on the porch.
They let us adorn them in the finest jewels.
If Walter ever barks at them, they lie there and playfully swat at his ear because it's dangling and they just assume he wants to play. Then Walter lies down beside them because he thinks it feels good when they playfully swat at his ear. And then they all nap together.
They pat at my earrings but have never clawed.
They watch my eyelashes blink but have never pounced.
They never scratch.
They never bite.
They watch everything around them.
They absorb affection like a sponge.
They move like graceful dancers.
Their meows sound like sweet little songs.
They're the two very best cats in the world, I think.
(Besides yours, of course.)
Here's a poll for you. Happy Monday!
378 Comments and 35 Replies
JudyB On Monday, January 23 at 7:33 am
Have to say they are wonderful kitties, but my daughter and son-in-law have the two best kitties ever.
CArolyn On Tuesday, January 24 at 6:50 am
Does one of your kittens have a green eye and a golden eye?
Valerie @ Life 4 me by me On Wednesday, January 25 at 10:29 am
I don't get the cat thing.
They are precious looking like most things with fur. But deep down a cat is always a cat. They are the boss. They aren't happy when you come home, they will gladly claw out your eyes for a pillow, and watch out if you have the nerve to try and make tuna casserole. You can keep them.
Jen at Cabin Fever On Wednesday, January 25 at 1:38 pm
While I only have one kitty, I believe he is the best kitty ever. Nothing beats an amazingly wonderful cat that you can slather with affection.
Liesl On Monday, January 23 at 7:33 am
Two very special cats indeed!
Cindy On Monday, January 23 at 7:33 am
I love both cats and dogs, but my preference is a cat. A year ago I lost my sweet Jingles who had been with me for 15 years. I still miss him as much as the day he died. But I do cherish all the times we had together. He found me.
Love your cats. Was so happy to see the yellow one on the cooking show yesterday. :):) Makes me happy.
Mumsy On Monday, January 23 at 9:30 am
There's a new Kitty just waiting for you at your local animal shelter. I know how hard the loss of a special friend is though and sometimes it can be hard to bring a new friend into the house.
Val Payne On Tuesday, January 24 at 1:12 pm
Oh Cindy, I empathize. I just lost my Spike a couple of weeks ago. The pain is still very fresh. He was 16 and we had a great lfe together. In fact, he was my longest lasting adult relationship…I'll miss him curling up in my "knee pocket" and the crazy looks he would give my five year old daughter.
There will be a day when we willl welcome another kitty friend into our home, I can't think of anything else that would honor Spike's memory than sharing our lives with another member of his feline family.
Kendra On Monday, January 23 at 7:34 am
I think I could be a cat person – if I wasn't so darn allergic to them… :-/
ambrwaves On Monday, January 23 at 11:03 am
Same here, Kendra. I have two dogs, but Ree definitely makes cats sound appealing. I remember liking them a lot as a kid.
COEngrGirl On Monday, January 23 at 1:55 pm
Yep…. allergic. Warning – do not read further if you are squeamish about your eyes….
So allergic, in fact, that I once got a BLISTER on my EYEBALL from a single speck of cat dander. That was one fun trip to the emergency room – getting my eye washed with an entire liter bag of saline.
Anyhoo, if not for that, I would definitely be a cat & dog person, rather than just a dog person.
JustNanny On Monday, January 23 at 2:18 pm
….I am allergic to them too, terribly so……..with dogs you have a better variety to choose from………soooooo…..I vote for dogs! Many breeds don't shed (although they matt worse that a cat's hairball!)….so many people who are allergic to dogs can still choose a breed with low dander or no shedding! With cats, you are stuck with the "hairless" variety….and for those who love their hairless kitties, so be it! For me, if I was to have a cat, it would be one of those furry types! So sadly, I am catless, but happily, I have Rusty, our big boy boxer!
Cindy On Monday, January 23 at 7:34 am
Love the cats.
Monie On Monday, January 23 at 7:36 am
Beautiful kitties…I especially love the picture with all the jewels around her neck!
Cheryl Barker On Monday, January 23 at 8:00 am
I loved this shot, too — beyond sweet! Thanks for starting our day with a smile, Ree!
Dee On Monday, January 23 at 12:14 pm
I know! The cat looks perfectly delighted to be dressed so well.
I think something magical happens when dog people raise cats. That natural grace melds so beautifully with doglike devotion.
Katrina On Monday, January 23 at 7:37 am
Lovely! My orange tabby is the most passive gentle cat I've known, lets us do all sorts of silly things to her…
Crystal On Monday, January 23 at 7:39 am
I am a dog person at heart but your sweet kitties are making me think that maybe…just maybe, my dog can live with a kitty harmoniously.
Marcy On Monday, January 23 at 10:34 am
I was thinking the same thing. I have alwys been a dog person but I think your kitties are very cute.
deena On Tuesday, January 24 at 10:38 pm
Do it. Endless entertainment, and they become best friends when you're not looking.
Amy On Monday, January 23 at 7:39 am
Ree, I'm a dog person, all the way, due to allergies. However, there's always been something about cats that has made me wish I could snuggle with them and let them swat at my ears, much like Walter. Alas, I'll have to live vicariously through your kitty posts!
Gina Bull On Monday, January 23 at 11:18 am
Same here! I'd have a kitty if I weren't so allergic. What a cruel turn of fate!
Julie On Monday, January 23 at 7:40 am
Lovely kitties…I've always been more of a dog person, but we have two pups, two foundling cats (one of which I swear is a dog reincarnated), two guinea pigs, six chickens, a bazillion fish. And we live in a subdivision on less than an acre. If there's a stray within a 20 mile radius, it will find its way to our animal-whisperer daughter. I can't imagine a home without pets–although, boy…it might be clean!
Love the pearls…very chic!
Kelly B On Monday, January 23 at 7:40 am
This is my first comment ever. I discovered your book last year and loved it. This past Thanksgiving I saw your Throwdown show with Bobby Flay–a hoot! I finally began reading your website last month. I began with the first Confessions post way back in May 2006 and read all the way through to today. It's been an amazing read–like a great book that just keeps going. Thanks for sharing your life with us PW! By the way, your cats are adorable, but cats, they make me sneeze, a lot;)
Mary Jane On Monday, January 23 at 7:41 am
I love your kitties….they look so lovable.
Here's hoping that the fire yesterday at the ranch was just land lost and nothing else.
Kat @ Rose Prairie Quilts & Farm On Monday, January 23 at 9:22 am
I too hope there was no damage. With the winds we had yesterday I was fearful too of something like that happening here (NE OK).
I have to say something on cats, LOVE THEM. Yours , mine and any sweet kitty
Urban Wife On Monday, January 23 at 7:42 am
Definitely a cat lover, through and through!
Sharon Holweger On Monday, January 23 at 7:46 am
I love dogs but I live in an apartment where I can not have one. I have my mom's old cat who is about 13/14 years old.
Briget On Monday, January 23 at 7:46 am
When cats get in a fight, they bring their hind legs up and go for the belly. That's why cats generally won't let you touch them there. And they don't do submissive like dogs do! Our princess calico won't let you anywhere near hers!
ret On Monday, January 23 at 7:46 am
I must have missed something, two kittys? I've always loved that photo of Kitty Kitty with the jewels, she is soooooo purrrrty!
Tulip's Mom On Monday, January 23 at 6:34 pm
I gather there's Kitty-Kitty and there's Kitten-Kitten — and thought at one time there were several more kittens!
Marie On Monday, January 23 at 7:49 am
I think it is Victor Hugo that said (I am paraphrasing): «God invented cats so humans can have tigers at home».
Marie On Monday, January 23 at 7:49 am
I had a hard time choosing. I've always been a dog person hands down but…two years ago we adopted 3 cats from a local shelter and I've been in love with them ever since.
I didn't realize that each of them would have their own 'personalities' just like the dogs. It's so much fun to watch them and the interaction between them and the dogs. It's pure joy! Thanks for sharing your precious cats with us. xo
Sunday On Monday, January 23 at 7:50 am
if i could find cats like yours i would have cats also. they are two in a gagillion
Shari~Rain into Rainbows On Monday, January 23 at 7:51 am
Aww, they are just precious! And I'm jealous that you get to play dress-up. My kitty girl would run away if I tried that on her.
Linda Kay On Monday, January 23 at 7:52 am
We had the best cat in the world. His name was Rocky. He thought he was a dog. 23 pounds of pure love.
ronda On Monday, January 23 at 7:52 am
I'm both a dog and a cat person. My 110 pound lab and my 10 pound cat have loved each other since we brought the cat home from the shelter. Kitty Mel washs Lilly's face and ears daily. They sleep together. But out of doors, they put on the typical dog-cat show and Lilly chases Mel. Mel likes belly and chin rubs and a good lap nap. Lilly, well, she's just a 110 pound lap dog. The best thing about our dog cat household is my granddaughter Bella can do just about anything with either critter, without scratch or nibble. Even when she hauls the "kitty" by the neck and front paws.
Peace L. On Monday, January 23 at 7:53 am
I live with 3 kitty's of my own. You've described them to a T…lol
Mary Jane On Monday, January 23 at 7:54 am
I guess I would have to say a cat person, though we do have a lab/chow mix who weighs 120 pounds and thinks he is a cat. We also have two other dogs and a houseful of kitties, plus we feed a small colony of feral cats who are so old they have tamed out and really can't be called "feral" anymore. Everyone is spayed or neutered. You have beautiful kitties. I hope they are "fixed" too.
Lorrie On Monday, January 23 at 7:54 am
I think all kitties are absolutely adorable. I love mine to pieces. She truly is a member of our family. Cats have the most precious personalities and you can't help but talk to them and act like they are little people.
Teri On Monday, January 23 at 7:54 am
unfortunately my cat is evil to everyone but me and only I can rub her belly. I wish she loved my kids, but I love her anyway!
Paula Clark On Monday, January 23 at 7:56 am
We were dog people for years because we had two bad cats for 13 and 18 years and they killed the cat love in us. Then Bob came along, clinging to a fence post, so tiny and so sick. So we took him to the vet and we fed him and nursed him. Just until we could find him a new home. That was 7 years ago. We LOVE him. So we love both now.
Eileen On Monday, January 23 at 8:01 am
I am predominantly a cat person, but I have been secretly pining for a small dog. I really thought I wanted a small dog until I recently met a great pyrenees. I am now in love with this dog. The owner is not parting with his dog, still I am dreaming of getting one of these giant dogs. I even have a name picked out. Your blog has made me soft for basset hounds too. I wasn't too much for them, but after reading about yours for so long, I stopped and pet one on the street and I can definitely see why the love is there for the basset hound!
Tulip's Mom On Monday, January 23 at 6:38 pm
My favorite breed: Great Pyrenees! They are amazing dogs whose personalities make them perfect though unlikely house dogs. Just don't leave them outside at night — they are nocturnal and big barkers.
Jessica On Thursday, April 19 at 12:18 pm
I had a Great Pyrenees/German Shepard mix, 150 pounds, for 13 short years. He was the best dog in the world. An amazing animal who was so lovable yet very protective. He also was very, very smart! He was an inside dog who thought he was a lap dog. The only time he would bark would be if someone got too close to me. He was not a big barker at all, that was probably because he wasn't a full Great Pyrenees, though.
I also have two cats…one, Snoopy, is so lovable and loves attention. The other one, Miss Kitty, is very standoffish and will hide if anyone comes to the house….
So, it's too hard to decide which one I like better!!
Melanie On Monday, January 23 at 8:01 am
Ahhhh…..kitties. How I do love them. I am the owner of (whoa….let me rephrase that….I do not OWN her…..dogs have owners, cat's have "staff") a sweet, docile, ornery, spazmatic, lazy, lethargic, graceful (but not always….i.e. falling off the back of the couch) beautiful long-hair calico. She is fully convinced that she is a stealth hunter (crickets beware!) but at the same time is blissfully resigned to being the queen of our castle. She is a great companion to me and fills lots of quiet hours. I love my kitty!
Laura On Monday, January 23 at 8:02 am
A dog person. I love cats but find I am alergic. I have two dogs now that are completely spoiled.
WebSavvyMom On Monday, January 23 at 8:04 am
–>I'm a dog person. My husband is allergic to cats but I always enjoy petting them at my friends' houses.
Kennitha E. On Monday, January 23 at 12:03 pm
same here for us…my daughter and I would love to have a cat but Dad is allergic(?). We do have a beagle TheDuchess…and we love her the pieces she is the perfect farm dog.
Pam S. On Monday, January 23 at 8:09 am
We have 2 cats and 1 dog and I L.O.V.E. them all!! Life would be boring without them.
Amanda On Monday, January 23 at 8:10 am
Orange cats are the best in the world! Mine lets my boys carry him around like a potato sack and begs sweetly for attention. And one who allows himself to be adorned in jewels? Priceless!
Jackie On Monday, January 23 at 8:11 am
Cats make me happy!! Yr cat stories make me happy!! Unfortunately, my eldest baby has cat allergies both to dander and hair so I can't have a cat. So….I'll live vicariously through your cat stories. Thank you for sharing!
Kris Taylor On Monday, January 23 at 8:13 am
This post made me miss my kitties. They passed away a couple of years ago,. I really can't get new kitties though, as I am married to a dog person through and through. My husband tolerated the cats because they were in the picture before he was, but when they passed, I think he was sorta glad. We have 4 dogs now, whom I love just as much as my cats…but sometimes I miss the independent personalities of cats. Dogs are so needy
Kerry On Monday, January 23 at 8:14 am
I'm definitely a dog person, but only because I'm allergic to cats! So I've never gotten to enjoy their cuteness up close
BB Tyree On Monday, January 23 at 8:15 am
My children would LOVE to have a kitten, and truthfully, although I am a self-professed dog person, I wouldn't mind a cat, either. Sadly, my son has allergy-induced asthma. The main thing he's allergic to? Cats. They're like kryptonite to my little guy. I can always tell when he's broken the rules and gone within 10 feet of a feline friend – he "purrs", but not in a good way.
pk On Monday, January 23 at 8:15 am
I'm allergic to cats, but not dogs. So I have to pick dogs, even though cats seemed to be drawn to me. We have owned iguana's – and while I don't prefer them to dogs, they can be very entertaining – they made me laugh. They have very powerful tails, which they use as whips when threatened. We had to find new homes for them because they just kept getting bigger. One went to a herpatologist, the other to a coworker. As far as I know they are still alive and well.
The Mrs @ Success Along the Weigh On Monday, January 23 at 8:17 am
How can you not love an animal that lets you adorn them in your finest bling?
Tami On Monday, January 23 at 8:18 am
Just wondering if your kids are on vacation…………….I'm missing the posts of your kids, husband, ranch hands and family. Just sayin' ………………… My daughters, who are usually looking over my shoulders even noticed.
Katy @ MonsterProof On Monday, January 23 at 8:19 am
My cat just thinks he's a dog, so he's severely lacking in cat-ness.
peg4x4 On Monday, January 23 at 8:19 am
I really wish I could have a dog,but due to physical problems I couldn't take care of one (long walks) So I have 2 cats who listen and comment on the problems of the day..
Grace On Monday, January 23 at 8:19 am
I can not choose between dogs and cats love them both, but we have two old rescue cats. Cats fit in easy with our life. We do not have to rush home to let them out.
Love you pictures of your cats. Glad they get along, ours do not like each other. They tolerate each other most of the time. Grace
Allyn On Monday, January 23 at 8:20 am
They ALMOST make me want a cat.
I did make my husband promise me that if we ever get a cat (he loves them) that I get to name it Dolly Parton. Doesn't matter the gender.
And if I get a teacup pig, I get to name it Bacon Bit.
It's a good thing he really loves me.
Dee On Monday, January 23 at 12:02 pm
Get an orange or orange/white cat, almost guarantees calm, loving personality. I've had many cats and all personalities (like people) and all interesting and well loved. BUT the male orange/white cat I have now is hands down the sweetess cat I have ever lived with and all the others were sweet. I had forgot about that trait with orange cats. I also have his black and white sister……sweetness in her own fashion. And they so love each other. Get that cat and you will wonder why you ever waited. Hubby will be so happpy.
The Crafty Wify On Monday, January 23 at 8:22 am
They are so cute and adorable! I specially love the photo of the jeweled one.:)
Penny Wolf On Monday, January 23 at 8:26 am
I have 5 cat/children and I love allanimals. Not to sound sexist but your sweet cats sound
like they are males. Female cats are not always so sweet. A very different energy than the laid back males.
Sue On Monday, January 23 at 8:26 am
Love cats and dogs both, but I am a cat person. I only do good with dogs I know. Was cornered by a collie when I was small, so I don't trust them!
Stacie On Monday, January 23 at 8:27 am
If I wasn't allergic to cats or deathly afraid of ending up with a psycho cat like my in-law's who's hobby it is to put unsuspecting visitors in the hospital I would definitely have one right now.
Midwestern Belle On Monday, January 23 at 8:27 am
LOVE the picture of your cat with all the necklaces on! So cute! I like dogs and cats, but right now we just have a barn cat named Frank Sinantra
Jen in WA On Monday, January 23 at 8:28 am
Ree, your Kitty Kitty is the spittin' image of my kitty that I had to put down last year, she was 19. I'd like to think she came back to live with you. Kitties are so sweet and perfect, love the pic with the jewelry.
Hazel On Monday, January 23 at 8:29 am
do you know this?
For I will consider my Cat Jeoffry.
For he is the servant of the Living God duly and daily serving him.
For at the first glance of the glory of God in the East he worships in his way.
For this is done by wreathing his body seven times round with elegant quickness.
For then he leaps up to catch the musk, which is the blessing of God upon his prayer.
For he rolls upon prank to work it in.
For having done duty and received blessing he begins to consider himself.
For this he performs in ten degrees.
For first he looks upon his forepaws to see if they are clean.
For secondly he kicks up behind to clear away there.
For thirdly he works it upon stretch with the forepaws extended.
For fourthly he sharpens his paws by wood.
For fifthly he washes himself.
For sixthly he rolls upon wash.
For seventhly he fleas himself, that he may not be interrupted upon the beat.
For eighthly he rubs himself against a post.
For ninthly he looks up for his instructions.
For tenthly he goes in quest of food.
there's more! See here: http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/for-i-will-consider-my-cat-jeoffry-excerpt-jubil/
Jacque On Monday, January 23 at 8:30 am
Cats creep me out. I actually have some history to justify that. I would never purposely hurt an animal…but I once gave my daughter a book of cartoons called "101 Uses for a Dead Cat" because she shares my aversion. Am I now banned from this blog?
Norine On Monday, January 23 at 11:23 am
When my daughter was two she was bitten in the face by a fox terrier mix – not because of abusive behavior. The dog was old, unaccustomed to children, a bit deaf and had been bitten the previous week by a German Shepherd. It was an unfortunate incident. My daughter had good pastic surgery and has the smallest of scars on her cheek. She has been able to learn the joys of doggiehood from a rescue mix that has brought much to their household. I'd like to think that was possible because of the lack of drama around this incident. Animals are usually reactive because they have been abused by humans and I try to give them that leeway. In any case, the rule is, ask an animal if it wants to be friends, then give it the respect it deserves. I hope you are given the joy of overcoming your fear.
Jacque On Monday, January 23 at 3:16 pm
I won't be asking, because it might say yes. Make friends elsewhere, cat, and don't mess in my flower beds either! I do like enjoy all kinds of people though. Are you willing to just let me get my joy there?
Norine On Tuesday, January 24 at 10:39 am
Yeah, there is the flower bed thing…
And I usually prefer animals (domestic and wild) over most people. As they say, it takes all kinds. Thank goodness somebody likes people :-).
Jacque On Tuesday, January 24 at 3:51 pm
So we're good. We've got it covered.
Diane S. in San Diego On Wednesday, January 25 at 7:08 am
I was attacked by a sick cat when I was a child. He wasn't rabid but they thought he had distemper with a high fever. He got mesmerized by my flailing legs doing cartwheels on grass in the summertime while wearing shorts. He latched onto my right leg with all 4 paws and teeth! For years I was absolutely scared of all cats. I had no problem with pit bulls and rotties and no problem with horses and cows and pigs. I even communed with elephants while visiting India… But a little 10 pound cat could turn me ashen with fear! People laughed at me. It was ridiculous. Then a few years ago, a stray mama cat had a litter in my yard and suddenly I was drawn into Cat World! Now I love them!!
I always considered myself a dog/horse person but I sure love these kitties now.
Dawn On Monday, January 23 at 8:31 am
I voted for dogs, however, I do love to watch cats, just don't want them close. They are really very funny animals to watch.
jane On Monday, January 23 at 8:32 am
i'm a cat person….my 2 inside cats love me unconditionally, sleep with me every night, land on my lap whenever i sit down, follow my every step around the house & patiently sit in the window waiting for me to come home from work every day. don't know what i would do without them!!!!
PAT MOONDANCE On Monday, January 23 at 9:39 pm
I LOVE my cat babies! I have 2. Ones a black siamese the other is a snowshoe siamese. They sleep and nap with me every chance they get. I can play fetch with a paper ball with my snowshoe. They are my life. I love when they come a running when I come home from work. I am allergic to cats and dogs but decided to get 5 years worth of allergy shots just so I could have a pet. I beleive pets are really Angels that come into our lives for a reason.
Rachael G On Monday, January 23 at 8:32 am
I've had more dogs in my life than kitties, but my orange tabby Max lived with us for 16 years and he was the BEST pet!
Benita On Monday, January 23 at 8:32 am
Maybe yours ties with mine for the best and cutest kitties in the world. I think it would be hard to beat my Dylan and Pete, though.
Charissa On Monday, January 23 at 8:33 am
I'm deathly allergic to cats…but besides the tiny fact that being around them makes me unable to breathe, I think they are the most adorable animals around. I wanted one so bad as a kid…but I'll just have to enjoy cats from afar or in pictures. Your pics are great.
Sandy On Monday, January 23 at 8:34 am
I think that my 2 very spoiled cats join the "most loved" club. However, if I ever tried to put jewelry on them, it would not turn out too favorably for me
CC On Monday, January 23 at 8:34 am
I am a cat person, but i really like dogs too…anyway my kitty is the best too and he lets me do all of the above you mentioned, except that sometimes he just goes postal!!
He can be sitting on my lap sleeping and i will pet him and then I will move him because i have to get up and he gets all crazy and looks at me with his big pupil eyes and then hisses and attacks!!!! Then after he gets that out of his system he is good..I still love him!
Louise E. On Monday, January 23 at 8:36 am
Lucky you… two very special cats indeed. We have a very special cat too who loves to give and receive affection.
Samantha On Monday, January 23 at 8:36 am
We do love kitties and dogs in our house. At the moment we have 7, read it, SEVEN cats (China, Patchette, Baby, Whiskey, Shadow, Socks, & Tigger) and they comes from my step fathers inability to turn away a stray. We also have 4, that's right, four dogs (Layla, Lucy, Lady, & Jackson) so our home is always buzzing. Unfortunately, we do not live on a ranch, just a regular sized house lol. Lets just say we vacuum on a daily basis so we don't get tumble weeds of fur lol.
Sarah B. On Monday, January 23 at 8:37 am
I am a cat person. We have six. My husband is a dog person. We have two. My son is an iguana person. He's currently begging for a bearded dragon. My daughter? Rodents. She has a gerbil and is gunning for a rabbit to "keep it company." (She's 6.)
We believe in diversity.
Skuba On Monday, January 23 at 8:43 am
While I've had wonderful pets of both species I must say I prefer cats that act like dogs so I must truly be a dog person. Plus our last few cats have met an unfortunate end on the road in-front of our house. Dogs train to our underground fence and stay off the road.
Kelley On Monday, January 23 at 8:43 am
I've always called myself a dog person and yet I'm getting ready to celebrate my gray tabby's 20th birthday and I have to say, that is one little kitty who's a pretty special (and weird) guy. He doesn't purr loudly. But he drools when I pet him. At night, after the kids are in bed and I sit to watch TV, he crawls up on the back of the couch and rests his head on mine. He scrounges for table scraps from the kids. One day, about a year ago, this house dweller escaped. A week went by and we figured he "went off to die." Til, after 12 days, he scratched at the door and meowed loudly for his food. The kids are planning for who'll care for him once their parents are dead because, after 20 years, we're pretty sure he's going to live forever!
Susan in Salida On Monday, January 23 at 8:44 am
Loved the kittens and cats we had on the farm when I was growing up. But, as an adult I have kitty allergies. So I voted as the dog person I've become as an adult – we just adopted 2 older lab mix dogs (7 & 9) and they are very good belly rub substitutes, but a little harder to cuddle on your lap.
I'll just have to enjoy your sweet peas from afar.
Lana at Farm Life Lessons On Monday, January 23 at 8:45 am
I have three dogs, but my Australian Shepherd is my big baby. We are trying to move from the city to the country; we're about to put our big house on the market and start building our country cabin…I suppose we'll eventually have some farm cats. So much will be changing in our lives, I'm sure having cats on the front porch wouldn't be any more of a shock than waking up and not seeing neighbor's houses out all of my windows!
I've been watching the cooking show, and as I've said before on your blog, your calm demeanor and lack of frantic energy (that the other cooking show stars seem to embrace) is more enticing to me, and I have already made several of your meals because I felt as if the food was approachable. My husband thinks I can settle into your recipes simply because of your relaxed attitude; it opens my mind and makes me feel less panicked when I'm trying to cook. The other food network stars have a RUSH, RUSH, RUSH mentality that I am trying to avoid!!!!
Your show truly symbolizes the nurturing, loving side of "home." I am loving it.
Congratulations on all that you have built with your words and efforts. Keep going, we're enjoying the ride as well. And as we make our move into the country and forest, I will still be watching and reading!
Tammy @speckleofdirt On Monday, January 23 at 8:46 am
Ive never been a cat person, but if they would let me adorn them with the finest of jewels, well then, I might be persuaded to come around…
Gina S On Monday, January 23 at 8:47 am
LOL @ "I prefer iguanas"!
Terry in Divide On Monday, January 23 at 8:47 am
We've had dogs, ferrets, birds, fish, hamsters, gerbils, and the occasional temporary snake or lizard. But I'm allergic to cats. I like them, but it's strictly 'look, don't touch.'
Stesse On Monday, January 23 at 8:50 am
Oh, you've made me cry. My poor kitty is in renal failure at the vet hospital as I type. I am so glad you've got the best cats in your whole world – I've got my baby, for a little while longer, and I'm trying to remember the good times with her… but it's so hard. so so hard to watch her go through this. Love and snuggle them while you can. Because suddenly, one day, things just won't be the same.
Rhonda On Monday, January 23 at 10:37 am
I am so very sorry to read this. It is a hard road to go, but I know your kitty feels all your love and I know you will see your kitty again one day. ((HUGS))
Christine A. (Chicago CJ) On Monday, January 23 at 10:54 am
I'll have my kitties say a little prayer – I've been in your shoes one time too many….it's so hard to watch and wait……
Kim K. in VA On Monday, January 23 at 4:24 pm
Aw honey, I'm sending a big hug your way and hugs and kisses to your kitty. I hope you can enjoy your time with her, and that you will feel peace if/when it's time to let her go. I lost my sweet little kitty last summer … she was 16 years old and was in end-stage renal failure. My heart hurt so bad but I knew I couldn't let her suffer. I hope you get a while longer together. hugs and prayers, Kim
Lindsay On Monday, January 23 at 8:52 am
Your cats look like mine! However they don't get along like yours….Toots, our house cat gets pretty upset when Simba, our garage cat, who sneaks in the house every chance she gets! Love the pictures!
Jenn M On Monday, January 23 at 8:54 am
I love cats and dogs well Chi dogs lol And i love all cats well all except ugly yellow,orange tom cats never liken them.
Jenn On Monday, January 23 at 8:54 am
I voted that I am a dog person, because I have a dog and I'm slightly allergic to cats. I can hold them, but I could never live with a cat and it would probably be a bad idea to rub a cat on my face. Anyway, I just wanted to say that it was a difficult decision because I own a dog, but I love reading about, looking at pictures and watching videos of cats online. So, to summarize, thank you for the picture of your cat in your finest jewels.
Judi Jacobs On Monday, January 23 at 8:55 am
Dressing up your cats so took me back to when our girls were little. They were constantly dressing up our dogs and cats. Once our youngest trimmed "Bowzer's" whiskers because she wanted him to look like he had a bow tie. Love your blog!
Ingrid On Monday, January 23 at 8:55 am
I'm a dog person, but I love individual cats…Cats I get to know… You know???
Holly On Monday, January 23 at 8:58 am
Those are some pretty kitties!
KLo On Monday, January 23 at 8:58 am
I loved cats until . . . another male cat showed my sweet boy the beauty of spraying on indoor furniture. Yes, he is neutered. No, he shouldn't be doing this. Yes, that is why he now lives exclusively outdoors. Yes, this is why I love dogs.
My dog was wonderfully already potty trained when he followed my sister home. He was going to the pound, she couldn't keep him, we decided to adopt, and now he gets his second "Chance" (consequently, his name)!
karen russell On Monday, January 23 at 8:59 am
I *was* both a cat and dog person, but now I'm allergic to both. So now I'm neither.
Kari On Monday, January 23 at 8:59 am
We have 8 cats and 6 dogs. I can't imagine my life with out both cats and dogs in it. I love iguanas too, though. We had a big male iguana for 9 years, until he died of cancer at the age of 11.
Renovation Girl On Monday, January 23 at 8:59 am
Loved seeing the kitty on the show this weekend (did I mention that my husband makes me wait to watch it with him? How fun-it's the only cooking show he will watch with me!)! Our cats are the crabbiest, loudest, most ridiculous creatures-and we love every minute of their huge personalities. Our one cat will roll over, offer you his belly to rub, then when you rub it, he claws you. What a little brat he is! He must sit in between my husband and me every night, touching both of us, and he tolerates a very exuberant 7 year old. I just love my kitties!!
Linda C On Monday, January 23 at 9:00 am
Your cats are so wonderful because they are tabbys. I have a male tabby and he is just like your cats! Loves tummy rubs and is gentle and affectionate. Has NEVER hurt me. Got him at from shelter 11 years ago. I also have a German Shepherd, a mixed breed dog that was dumped here (best dog ever!), ducks, chickens, cows, donkey, mule and old horse. No iguanas however!
Andi W. On Monday, January 23 at 9:01 am
I love that picture with the jewelry. I have cats of my own and they might murder in my sleep if I attempted such a stunt. :3
Molly Rose On Monday, January 23 at 9:03 am
B'awww, kitties!! :3 I'd have to say I'm both, because I have a dog that I really love. But when my bf and I get married we've already decided to just have cats because he's horribly allergic to my dog. Every time he visits he's a sniffly mess. >.<
Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) On Monday, January 23 at 9:07 am
Oh this is one Ozark Farm Chick who is defiantly torn between two lovers. I adore dogs, the love ya now matter what but I'm also smitten with the independent fluffiness of a cat. What's a girl to do??? :o)
I'm perplexed, so I'll just keep on spreadin' the love 'round all the critters!
From the sunny hills and hollers of the confused Missouri Ponderosa, ya'll have a wonderfully blessed day!!! :o)
jackie On Monday, January 23 at 9:07 am
Well, my .com name gives me away, onecreativecat, yes, I love cats! We got adopted by a big huge tomcat last year and he is slowly learning to live the spoiled indoor life. He looks like the cowardly lion (only gray) or the cheshire cat..he is amazing, he loves to be brushed and with his long furry winter coat, I brush him daily! And he loves to roll over and be patted on his chest. I cannot imagine my house without a cat, what a lonely place it would be! p.s I am allergic to cats, yes, been tested, but I use nasonex a couple times a week and problem is solved!
Amy Shelden On Monday, January 23 at 9:10 am
The first picture of the cat wearing all the jewels is amazing!
Pam the Goatherd On Monday, January 23 at 9:15 am
I was a dog person until I moved to a farm 15 years ago and brought home the most spoiled barn cats in the entire world. The two that I have right now meet me at the corner of the house (In the winter they live in the crawl space under the house because it's warmer than the barn!) every time I head out to do chores. They ride on my shoulders like a pair of pirate parrots if I'm walking. When I take the four-wheeler they ride on the back like I am their chauffeur and they are princesses who are too delicate to have their feet touch the earthy ground! Even so, they are fantastic mousers and often leave me a trail of rodent carcasses between the house and the barns. Now if I could just convince them that the birdfeeders in the front yard are not there just to lure in birds for their hunting pleasure!!!
Now I love both my dogs and cats equally.
Ann Frame On Monday, January 23 at 9:17 am
I am a cat person-he has been with me before husband and child–fat cat BEBE eats us out of house and home. He is getting so old that he lies beside my bed-not on it!
Kathi On Monday, January 23 at 9:22 am
being as that we have 4 dogs and 5 cats….I think I am both. Add in a parrot, fish and 3 desert tortoise I think I can claim being a zoo resident. Your fur babies are beautiful
Jersey Lou On Monday, January 23 at 9:22 am
I am definitely a dog person, but this post could almost convince me to be a cat person!
If every cat were like yours… Well, that's just not the case, is it?
Mountain Mama On Monday, January 23 at 9:23 am
We had a Maine Coon when I was little. It was the same way, never clawed or bit, he let us dress him up and parachute him off the balcony (poor thing)! Too bad my husband is allergic… I miss having a cat! RIP Dusty!
Kathy Alexander On Monday, January 23 at 9:24 am
I'm a cow person! LOL! Can you have that as an option next time?
Robin On Monday, January 23 at 9:25 am
I am for both, I have 9 dogs and 7 cats (and also 3 horses). Daughter had an iguanas once, he was an okay guy, but not really my idea of a pet.
Amanda @ Tales of an Amateur Mommy On Monday, January 23 at 9:25 am
I LOVE dogs, but I do have a cat too. He is super awesome and let's our toddler yank on his tail. I think when he passes away someday, he will be irreplacable, and I will own golden retrievers for the rest of my life.
Andrea V On Monday, January 23 at 9:25 am
Got two cats (both less than a year old), one dog and a bird. And the kids are trying to talk me into getting a guinea pig! We love em all!
Celia On Monday, January 23 at 9:25 am
My husband and I have had a number of cats through our married life. We love Siamese cats…have three now….Sherman, Dexter and Sammy. All fantastic kitties! To us, a home is not a home without a pet.
D'Arcy On Monday, January 23 at 9:25 am
I can't pick. I love both. When I was little my cats would also sleep with me on the couch when I was sick. Now that I am older and married we have a dog (my husband doesn't like cats) and my dog is so excited to see me when I come home, I can't pick between the two. I am a both person. If I won the lottery I would be the lady with the big farm for cats and dogs. No animals would be unloved, and if people needed a place for their pet until they can get back on their feet, our farm would be the place to care for them.
Now I just need to actually play the lottery. lol
Tulip's Mom On Monday, January 23 at 6:47 pm
If I didn't have my husband, I'd be a crazy critter lady. Maybe I need to find a good home for him (husband).
jan On Monday, January 23 at 9:26 am
I'm allergic, but my son's kitty Stryker,flips onto his back when picked up for his belly to be tickled. He LOVES getting his nails clipped and lies at the door crying,sometimes for hours, until his daddy (my son) comes back. I'm allergic but eat allergy pills like candy so I can kitty sit!!
Debbie Schulte On Monday, January 23 at 9:26 am
Def a dog person. But if I could be guaranteed that I could get a cat JUST LIKE one of yours, I totally would! They sound like two very special cats!
Laura On Monday, January 23 at 9:26 am
I have had cats all my life and I think that they just understand me. They know we both sometimes need our space and they know that sometimes we just need to cuddle. It is the perfect relationship. I will never be without cats. (don't tell my dog!)


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If you catch Joe Lovano's Us Five Quintet in concert, it's like seeing 24 jazz groups.
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"What's inspiring is the people that you play with," the Cleveland native said. "And realizing early on that jazz music is a multicultural experience and a multigenerational celebration and through the years playing with that awareness and that amount of scope has just propelled me to do the things that I'm doing."
The sax man won a Grammy Award for Best Large Ensemble in 2000 for "52nd Street Themes."
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I'd be happy with a 4 inch retina display, that would be awesome, I mean 3.5 isn't bad a all but with the extra .5 theyd be able to put more on the screen and have more space.
Apple going to 4-inch display for iPhone 5?
Just when I was beginning to wonder where Digitimes was with their crazy iPhone 5 rumor they show up with a doozy, claiming iPhone 5 is going with a 5-inch screen to better compete with the slew of large size Android devices from the likes of Motorola and Samsung.
The component suppliers noted that the production lines for Apple's next generation iPhone have begun testing, and Apple is interesting in expanding the screen size to 4-inches to support the tablet PC market as the vendor only has a 9.7-inch iPad in the market.
This according to "upstream component suppliers" (whom we'd dearly love to put into a steel cage match against "people familiar with the situation"). But hey, a 4-inch iPhone 5 would leave 3.5-inches wide open as the new "nano" size, now wouldn't it? (And it would mesh with those "complete redesign" rumors from Engadget last month.)
When we asked you back in September what iPhone screen size you preferred, almost 30% of you wanted 4-inches, second only to the almost 35% who wanted to keep it the same. If Apple does go to 4-inches, the Retina Display would lose some density (Apple is not about to change pixel count) so is that something Jobs and co. would really consider doing? Is it something you want to do?
And what's with all the crazy rumors this week anyway? Oh, that's right...
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Apple going to 4-inch display for iPhone 5?
it wouldnt be as big if they could remove some of the bezel
Yes, 4" would be perfect.
I think I would cry out of joy. I am a pretty big dude, thus having big hands, so this would be great. I love my iPhone, but more often then not, I find the screen to small. More so when i am playing games (RPGs).
although I like the idea of a 4 inch iPhone, honestly I think it's too late, factoring in their hundreds of thousands of apps built on 3.5 inches. Also, I don't believe that Apple would lower the ppi, it's a huge selling point and a great feature. I think that iPhone nano (at least in a physically smaller size less than 3.5 in) and a bigger iPhone just won't happen. I really really wish that the first iPhone had had a 4 in screen! Then we wouldn't be in this mess! But we'll see, can't wait to se what comes next from Apple, I know I'll buy it ;)
The are apple if they did the would make sure the app scare like they did with the ipad when it first came out.
i am on all the smartphone expert sites here and i think the apple people know what they are talking about the least by far... u think the apps are written for a 3.5 inch screen!???!! woooooow... they are written for a specific resolution, not a screen size. i doesn't matter what the screen size is as long its in the proper rez. there is a reason they quadrupedaled the rez from 480x320 to 960x640... i will leave it to u to figure that out for yourself... i wish apple numbskulls would just not talk when they think they know what they are talking about
I'd rather have the retina display then have the evo screen. That thing sucks, the 3.5 amazing, I don't really see a difference from 3.5 and 4 because i have used my friends fascinate, the only thing i could tell was even if the words were bigger they were still super blurry on the fasinate while on the iphone the words were flawless.
I meant the same size not resolution. I agree that the evo's screen isn't the sharpest, but I don't think it's bad either. I love how when I play with my friend's evo, I don't have to constantly pan around when I use the browser. I like being able to see more of my timeline. Movies and video look so much better on the bigger screen. High resolution is good to have, but it isn't the full picture. (see what I did there?)
I'm kinda "eh" on the 4" screen, I've held phones like the Samsung Fascinate and it feels too big in the hand and in the pocket. While 4" should be the maximum screen size as anything bigger just feels tremendous and looks ridiculous when you're talking on it. The current size of the iPhone feels right in the hand and in the pocket anything bigger would feel like too much.
I think if apple goes with a 5 inch screen I'll be buying an iPhone 4 32GB
I can see a nano with a retina display using the 3GS resolution... Tiny but without resolution change. It would make sense to have the iPhone5 native HD by expanding it in the vertical direction, perhaps modifying the home button and earpiece locations.... But then there would be the resolution issue.
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Maybe the extension could be a customizable software home/input area that would function as a game input area while allowing for proper movie display etc...
I doubt that Apple would just expand the display vetically, that would cause a lot of app compatibility issues.
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Apple could just make the home button digital instead of moving it all together. Like the keys it could be hidden away for full screen movies and games.
I'd take the 4 inch one ... even more. 3.5 has been feeling pretty ' standard '
Hmmmm how about 3.8 in.
If they change the size, I will not buy it. Ever. All this crap rumored to be "coming" to the iPhone.... (larger screen, keyboard)... Just more ways to ruin something already too awesome to believe... I hope that they never add these ridiculous features to the iPhone. Say what you will, it's mostly personal preference.
I would like to see something like this even more since the latest rumor is Apple is ditching the Home button. They could also reduce the height of the phone even with a bigger screen to make it appear more compact than it actually is.
If Apple is to evolve, it is time for two models -- one smaller, say 3 in. "nano" model keeping the old iphone resolution and one larger, say 4 in. model with the "retina" resolution.
The benefits: model family grows, phones fit different sized hands, different eyesights, different pockets, etc., the smaller model gets more of a retina-ish display.
Me? I hope for a 4.3+ in. model.
I would love a 4 inch screen. A 3.5 screen is small to interact with for such a powerful device. I hope this is true.
This is what I have been waiting for! At least people are talking about it. A 4 inch screen would be perfect on this phone. Don't know if it is going to happen though? Owned every iPhone & have been looking at other phones lately because of bigger screens. Come on Mr. Jobs give the people what they want!
Right now I have an Iphone 4 and an Evo. I like both but the smaller screen is a little too small. I think MOST of the people that don't want a bigger screen has never tried one. They could make a 4 inch screen and keep the IP4 the same size. I find the browser on the Evo much better then the IP4, what people don't mention is on the IP4 you also loose about 1/4 of an inch on the browser with the bottom bar that wont go away. I bought the IP4 this last week and like it, however with hopes that the IP5 has a bigger screen. I would upgrade to it when I added the rest of the family on other lines. If it does not I may look at going back to another bigger screen android. I think people that say they would not buy an Iphone with a bigger screen are being a little small minded. CHOICE is good.
4" or larger screen is a must. Face it, its not really a phone. I know it can make phone calls, but I make or receive about 4 calls a day on the device versus 30-40 emails,15-20 texts, look at hundreds of web pages, track my stocks, manage my linux servers via ssh, look at maps, take pictures, look at pictures, watch videos, listen to music and read books. Most of the stuff I actually do with the phone would be seriously enhanced by a larger screen.
Bring on a 4" iPhone! I have been wanting one for a year now!
Is the extra 0.5 inches worth all of these comments, surely there are more interesting things we want from an iPhone 5? How about a built in FM transmitter? Come on people -use your grey stuff.....
I can't believe you wasted the grey matter in your brain to come up with something as asinine as an "FM transmitter", which is completely unnecessary and superfluous, being that we already have access to Pandora as well as the native iPod app as far as music is concerned. A larger screen is a significant upgrade in the physical form factor of the iPhone that would set it apart from previous iterations finally propelling it to compete with popular advancing smartphones around the world. Please don't spew forth inane comments as if they're philosopher's dialect.
wonder when the iphone 5 is coming out. i mean i just got the iphone 4 for verizon which is awesome. but id upgrade to iphone 5 without a doubt
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In 1816, King Frederick William III of Prussia made his cabinet pass a decree that stated all Lutheran churches in the areas under Prussian rule had to observe the last Sunday before Advent as a "general celebration in memorial of the deceased".[1] Other churches outside of Prussia followed, eventually, as well.
In the United States, some Protestant churches celebrate this service of remembrance as "Totenfest."[2] It often coincides with celebration of All Saints Day.
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Totensonntag is a protected holiday in all German states. The holiday laws of all federal states, with the exception of Hamburg, have special provisions, classifying Totensonntag either as a memorial day or a "silent day" which implies special restrictions.[3] Depending on the state, music may not be played in public venues or only at certain hours, and dancing is forbidden as well (German: Tanzverbot).
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- ^ RGG, 3. Aufl.; Band VI Spalte 957
- ^ "Totenfest." http://www.ucc.org/assets/pdfs/totenfest.pdf, accessed 2013-11-20
- ^ "§ 2(1)III Gesetz über Sonntage, Feiertage, Gedenktage und Trauertage vom 16. Oktober 1953" (PDF). Retrieved 2009-11-21.
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- Bieritz, Karl-Heinrich (2005). Das Kirchenjahr. Feste, Gedenk- und Feiertage in Geschichte und Gegenwart. Beck'sche Reihe (in German) 447 (Fourth ed.). München: Beck. ISBN 3-406-47585-X.


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Emmy nominee and award-winning composer and guitarist John Doan is performing at Willamette University's Hudson Hall Sept. 8.
In the debut program, Doan combines his love of music and history by engaging his audience through an immersion experience that explores the life and times of Fernando Sor (1778-1839). The premier 19th-century guitarist is affectionately known today as the "Father of the Classical guitar."
The program features numerous instruments from Sor's time period, including a guitar Sor may have commissioned to be built in London in 1819. On this instrument, Doan has composed new works in the style of Sor. Doan is premiering the music during the 8 p.m. concert.
Advanced tickets are available at the Music Department or by phone. They cost $15 for adults and $10 for seniors, children and students younger than 18. Tickets cost $18 at the door. Willamette University students, faculty and staff may acquire free tickets up to one week prior to the event, although the number is limited.
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That also constrains the movement to a vertical movement, and not right and left. Now I can also move a range, and that requires making a selection first. Then I can do one of the two things. I can click on the line at any point, and that allows me to move it up or down. In some programs that's called trimming automation data, and essentially what that allows you to do is change the automation without changing the contour. So if you like the ups and downs, in this case of your volume, then all you need to do, to make it a just a little bit louder or a little bit softer overall is to trim it up or down by just clicking on the line and dragging up or down on a selection.
Now can't move automation side to side in that manner without holding my Shift down and then clicking on one of the break points. At that point, I can actually move that selection side to side or up and down at the same time. One other thing that you might want to do from time to time, especially if you take a look at this area here, even though it's stepped it looks like I want to go from this break point up to that break point. One thing you might think about doing is deleting the break points in between. You can do that by holding down your Shift key and grabbing a break point and then dragging. And that will wipe out any break points in the direction that you move the break points. So I am going to Shift+Click+Drag, and as I move up to this other one, you notice that it was wiping out the other break points.
That's a really slick command: Shift+Click+Drag. At other times, you may want to override the existing automation and experiment with other settings. So as I'm on the track volume here, if I go over and click in the volume field and make a change, you'll see a couple of things occur. First of all, the little red box in the corner of that particular field turns gray to tell me that you've currently temporarily suspended the automation. And I also see that the pinkish-red line that represents the automation envelope has turn to brown.
So at this point the setting here in the Volume field is overriding any volume automation on the track. And that's great, as I said, for experimenting with different settings until you're ready to commit. If you want to go back to the previously written automation, all we need to do is click this Back to Arrangement button up here in the control bar, and we'll see that the automation turns back to that pinkish-red color, and the little box is back in the Volume field in this case. So other things you might want to do with automation is copy and paste to other locations.
Let me put this one on None again for a second. And I'm going to zoom back out so I can see more of the session. And now, I'm going to make a selection here on my volume automation graph there. And I am going to Command+C on a Mac-- that would be Ctrl+C on a PC--and now I can move that to another location and paste it. Once I have that at a different location, I can also duplicate that. And what duplicating automation does is at the end of your current selection it will add that same automation.
So I'll go Command+D, and that will be Ctrl+D on a PC, and you can see that I have just duplicated that right at the end of the current selection. And again and again. I'll go Command+Z to undo some that. It would be Ctrl+Z on a PC. And last but not the least, there's times when you may want to move a clip. Now, two things may happen with the related automation. So if I select a clip and move it, we'll see that the automation stayed with it. So by default that's what happens, but if I actually want the automation to stay where it currently is and still be able to move that clip, I'm going to go up here, and I am going to click on the Lock Envelopes button. That's a global setting, by the way, and I am going to, again, want to move that clip. But this time, you'll see, when I move it, the automation stays in its same place.
As you can see, editing automation in Live is a simple process, and allows you to continue to fine-tune shape a mix as you work towards finishing a project.
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