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James Merrill’s “Christmas Tree,” written when he was dying of AIDS.

Photo of my fluffy white cat Francie curled up asleep in my lap. On top of her a dollhouse miniature of a sleeping white cat on an orange and white tiny crocheted cushion has been very gently placed, the cat mimicking Francie’s coloring and sleeping position exactly.

Tiny antique dollhouse cat from my collection. Pictured on Francie for no particular reason at all.

Nine vintage photos arranged in rows of on top of a large black photo album. 1. A black & white photo of a stern-looking white woman sitting with a tabby cradled in her crossed arms. 2. A black & white photo of a longhaired orange cat snoozing blissfully on a lap. 3. A black & white photo of a cat photobombing a young man with its butt. 4. A black & white photo of a woman “dancing” with a tabby cat by holding up its forepaws. 5. A color photo of an ethereal little white cat totally surrounded by green ground foliage. 6. A black & white photo of a what man in a panama hat and a little tuxedo kitten on top of the hat. 7. Color photo of a white medium haired kitten sitting in a windowsill, beautifully illuminated from behind. 8. A black & white photo of a young white boy in cowboy garb (but it looks genuine, not a costume), scritching a very happy white and ginger kitten. 9. Color photo of a man leaning against a car looking cool and holding a little kitten in a collar and leash.

An interviewer wants to see a few of my favorite photos from my collection but I can’t choose. 😭 I’ve got it narrowed down to nine.

palestina será livre 🇵🇸

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