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Perfect. Odd having a cat on a leash but better than a housebound cat. In the UK mostly cats are free to roam wherever they want though unfortunately more people are keeping them inside for life which I could never do. However with all the different wildlife it's a different story where you are I guess. IMO a cat should be as free as possible.We simply adore each other, and understand each other in a way that is difficult to express. A couple of years ago I had to leave him for 3 weeks and when I got back he had a terrible cystite which he never got completely rid off and the vet said it was the stress of not seeing me. Also, he's a great companion for me in the wild, he loves coming with me for walks and we spend hours birdwatching and day dreaming in the garden together.
So he loves you and he has a more fulfilling life there. Again if I were the cat I wouldn't need to consult.I do believe he's happy there, he has so much more to do, see and experience than in a flat; he seems much more alive, and happier, but I'm wondering lately if it's selfish of me to take him there every time I have to go, and if it's better for him to stay with my mom instead.
So I asked the I Ching: "Is my cat happy to go with me to the countryside or is he happier to stay home with my mother?"
I got Hex 13.4.6 to 63 .
The I Ching never fails to surprise me, of course it gives me and answer that talks of the city and the countryside!
13.4 in the city he's safe, like on a high wall, where nothing can attack him
13.6 in the countryside there will be no regrets, but he won't be too happy either?
I really don't know what to think. The general meaning of both 13 and 63 seem very positive, but I'm not sure for which solution...Hexagram 13 general meaning talks about Union of Forces in the Wild, which makes me think the I Ching is telling me to go for it, but the single lines seem to add more warnings... also Hex 63 talks about caution...
63 often refers to a decision already made whether you know it or not. (...)When I see 63 I often wonder if I have really already made a decision about this.
Odd having a cat on a leash but better than a housebound cat. In the UK mostly cats are free to roam wherever they want though unfortunately more people are keeping them inside for life which I could never do. However with all the different wildlife it's a different story where you are I guess. IMO a cat should be as free as possible.
My decision as channeler of your cat is 'of course I'm coming with you, I love you, nothing matters as much as love now pack my bag let's do it'
BTW I had a similar dilemma years ago but the other way around. We moved from a very remote countryside house to the town. The cat had always run wild catching mice and birds and we thought he wouldn't get used to the road and cars and the whole different environment. So we gave him to my partner's parents who lived in the remote area with fields and barns etc. When I went to visit the cat leapt on me threw his arms around my neck and would not let go. He made it more than clear where he wanted to be. He didn't get on with the other cat there and was subdued and afraid. When we bought him back to the town house to live he just sat on me and purred in my face for about 3 hours he was happy. He adapted easily to town life.
This made me cry (in a good way ).BTW I had a similar dilemma years ago but the other way around. We moved from a very remote countryside house to the town. The cat had always run wild catching mice and birds and we thought he wouldn't get used to the road and cars and the whole different environment. So we gave him to my partner's parents who lived in the remote area with fields and barns etc. When I went to visit the cat leapt on me threw his arms around my neck and would not let go. He made it more than clear where he wanted to be. He didn't get on with the other cat there and was subdued and afraid. When we bought him back to the town house to live he just sat on me and purred in my face for about 3 hours he was happy. He adapted easily to town life.
This made me cry (in a good way ).
Has he been neutered? I thought it's only non neutered toms that fight? Maybe you're against that but if he isn't it could be a solution to have him 'done'.I would LOVE to keep him completely free, and he was at the beginning, but he tends to run away and get into horrible fights; plus,
Yes I think cats love people as much as dogs. I also think cats can process and absorb our emotions for us. When I was upset Billy would often sit on my solar plexus. The dog would lean on me. I learned recently when a dog leans on you bodily it's showing love.Thank you also for this. I believe every word. I really don't know who invented the story that cats just love their homes while dogs love their humans.
It is true that the house is "their" house, and it's also true that the place they consider their territory becomes a fundamental part of their identity, but the different ways a cat behaves with someone he or she truly loves is unmistakable. It's real love and no territory can replace that. You are absolutely right, I'm so happy that you brought him back with you.
It does say "Good fortune," though, which sounds better than "No regrets."Your interpretation sounds very similar to what I thought at the beginning, except that I thought the "meh" part was applying to 13.6... now that you say that, though, you are right... At home in the city he will be safe. Full stop. It doesn't mention happiness nor harmony. Meh indeed
This is Toby at the keyboard, I can always tell. If he had his way all threads would be cat appreciation threads.It's nice to have a cat appreciation thread once in a while.
It does say "Good fortune," though, which sounds better than "No regrets."(I'm second-guessing, you see.) As Marybluesky pointed out, it's also hard because you asked 2 questions at once.
No, actually now that I think of it, I never asked. It's a good idea though, I'll do it and then will definitely ask what you think, if I may.Have you ever asked Yi about having him neutered? I don't want to open a can of worms, either, but Yi has a bias-free guarantee .
I wondered if he'd been neutered too. I even thought the line four, "He climbs up on his wall, he cannot attack" might refer to neutering to control his aggressive fighting tendencies, as part of moving into an environment where he is more likely to meet other male cats.
I really admire tom cats, un-neutered, but they are clearly much more trouble to have around in that state. Neutered cats, both male and female, also tend to live longer. Less likely to get diseases or injuries from other cats.
Beautiful picture, so pleased it worked out for the week but what about longer term ?
You take really good pictures, by the way. Are you a professional? Just look at him in various sun puddles.
Kitchen window sounds exactly like a nice safe high wall.
I think Trojina nailed it, both her cat-channelling and what she said about 63. (Simultaneous posting - good point about the future.)
Clarity,
Office 17622,
PO Box 6945,
London.
W1A 6US
United Kingdom
Phone/ Voicemail:
+44 (0)20 3287 3053 (UK)
+1 (561) 459-4758 (US).