In many Eastern philosophies, we humans are advised to teach ourselves to be truly alive in the present moment. My cat, Miss Thing, was the best example of this spirit that I’ve ever encountered. She radiated a sense of contentment and bright engagement with life that never looked forward or back. If I stepped on her tail as she meandered underfoot, she was incapable of holding a grudge. She seemed to have already achieved the enlightenment necessary for true uncomplicated happiness. . . . → Read More: Thank You Miss Thing







