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Traveling? I can help, of course.

Shelly wrote in to ask the following question: “Moire, you seem to travel a lot. What are some of your favorite travel websites?” Shelly, thanks for writing in. I see you follow my travels, thank you for that! I do find myself venturing around the country quite frequently. Many believe that traveling is a headache, and I agree – IF you don’t have the proper websites and pieces of technology to make your experience all that it can be. A […]

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Moiré’s Latest Poem

“A Place to Sit” A poem by Moiré, dedicated to the great Maya Angelou  I’ve sat on a chair, I’ve sat on a sill, I’ve sat on the floor, I’ve gotten a chill. I’ve sat on a shelf, I’ve sat in the sink, I’ve sat in a pan, and made quite a stink. And now I’ve determined, the best place to wait, is where you will see me, on your cheap dinner plate. MOIRE (c) JAN 2014

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Happy Stinking New Year!

My readers… I’m forlorn. I’ve been forced to undertake a healthier lifestyle. The ‘powers that be’ here at MPA think that I should be a mascot or a role model, if you will, for good New Year’s Resolutions. BAH! I am, indeed, one of the healthiest, most handsome, intelligent, talented, and humble office cats in all the land. Still, I suppose, in order to amuse the humans I will partake in this seedy ritual. Starting today (or tomorrow perhaps) I […]

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An Apple a Day

Samantha writes: “Moire, do you recommend the new iPad Air?”   Moiré answers: Hello Samantha! What a technically delicious question you’ve posed today. I do love the new iPad Air. It is thinner and lighter (as the name suggests) but even more, it has a wonderfully fast processor that allows you to be more productive than you had ever imagined. Here are some facts: – Weighs 1 pound – 28% lighter – 20% thinner – 24% less volume – A7 chip – Advanced wireless capability – 10 hour […]

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So I Got Some Complaints…

As I reflect on my column last week, I realize that it might have seemed rather materialistic. I understand, and agree, with the plight of several readers who contacted me to say such things as … “Moire, we expected an intellectual creature, such as yourself, to discuss the need for giving during a season like this…” And then there was this message: “Moire, you beautiful feline specimen, I’m slightly surprised that everything on your Christmas list was for you, and nothing […]

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Moiré’s Christmas List

Dearest Santa Claus,  This is Moiré. I’m the incredibly modest, wildly handsome, intellectual, cunning, brave, efficient, and humble Kitty in Command at MPA in Bloomfield, Iowa. I am writing you this year to detail my Christmas wish list. I realize that, while things like world peace and global harmony are deeply important to me, it is hard for you to fulfill such requests – so I will stick to items easily ordered on Amazon. Below is my list (linked for your convenience): 1.  Spice Rack Please […]

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Moiré in the Music City – Part II

(Continued from Moire in the Music City – Part I) The next morning I awoke with a start!  My iPhone was buzzing feverishly. (I hate ring tones… all of them.) It was Ms. Overlog’s assistant on the other end telling me that the entertainer’s dresses would only be arriving two hours before the telecast, and that there would be no time for the proper alterations to be made before going live on the air. It was time to SPRING into […]

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Moiré in the Music City – Part I

What a glorious trip to Nashville, Tennessee, the country music capitol of the world! If you don’t know by now, MPA has a marketing/branding client, Mitch Goudy, who seems to be the new hot thing in country music (he’s not as good-looking as he thinks, if you ask me… but his music is tolerable).  At any rate, he requested I accompany him to some meetings in the revered Music City a few weeks back, as he knows my list of […]

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It’s The Great Pumpkin!

Moiré was on an important quest. He proudly shares his tale: I believe in THE GREAT PUMPKIN.  It’s true… this slightly sarcastic kitty does believe. As of late, I’ve been getting a bit of flack from several of my peers around the office regarding my belief in this fantastical being. You know the one, right? I’m sure you’ve heard of the famous Charlie Brown special where Linus is waiting for The Great Pumpkin to appear and bring presents to only the ‘most sincere’ […]

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“Amazing Peace”

Hello readers!  I’m taking a series of long cat naps this week in order to be well rested for my wild adventures over the next few weeks. Until then, I bring you a poem of peace and serenity by Maya Angelou… “Amazing Peace” In our joy, we think we hear a whisper.At first it is too soft. Then only half heard. We listen carefully as it gathers strength. We hear a sweetness. The word is Peace. It is loud now. Louder than the […]

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