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[–] Morganica@lemmy.world 5 points 7 hours ago

Unfortunately for cats, if I’m at a party, my autistic ass is seeking them out.

[–] xxd@discuss.tchncs.de 10 points 9 hours ago (1 children)

A few years back, my department at work went to a cabin for a Christmas celebration. It was very nice of them to organize (and pay for) something like that. But after the mandatory team-building events, I was stressed out and looked to retreat somewhere less crowded. I ended up spending the rest of the night with 2 cats in the breakfast room, one even falling asleep on my lap. All three of us were just hiding from the commotion. Cat tax:

Her name was "Blume", which translates to "Flower" :)

Oh that is one gorgeous kitty

[–] ohulancutash@feddit.uk 16 points 14 hours ago

I have never been more seen. Please leave.

[–] TheBat@lemmy.world 6 points 13 hours ago

Not all cats. Some cats love to be center of attention.