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Susan Sam's avatar

I loved this as much as when I read it the first time in the book. Our own Mma Mkutsi goes to my meditation spot every evening, forms a perfect meditative loaf, and waits for me. She seems to start on time whether I do or not.

If I get delayed in another room by some "frivolous pursuit," she'll finally get up, come to the doorway, and silently stare at me in an intensely judgmental way until I get up and go with her to start what's become our shared practice. :)

prue batten's avatar

Fabulous story. My not-quite-two pup has amber eyes with the wisdom of the ages deep inside. He stares at me sometimes so intensely and I always ask him, 'what are you trying to say, little man?'

The story puts a whole new slant on it.

Deborah Jane Wells's avatar

So delightful. One of my cats "diagnosed" my husband's potentially deadly heart condition when none of us (including multiple skilled medical professionals) had a clue. I am honored to work with a professional Animal Communicator and Reiki Master Teacher. She is the real deal--extraordinarily talented and accomplished. She has taught me much about how to listen to and interpret my cats messages better for the benefit of all. Brenda Strong at Reiki for all Beings. https://www.reikiforallbeings.com/ If you reach out to her, tell her Deborah Jane Wells sent you.

Victoria CW's avatar

Love it! You are truly a great story weaver David 😊 And yes this is true of horses too I've discovered. They love being meditated with. And communing, and they also point to places of stress in the body and sometimes will help release it. Very amazing what one discovers when one slows down. A whole other world of languages.

Morena's avatar

Hi, what a delightful little story. I have your book and I need to read it. I'm a cat lady and a sucker for cat stories. Tommy and I enjoy alot of quite time together, and have a conversation with each other. Mainly me doing the talking about how beautiful he is. I shall learn to shut my mouth and listen to him. I'm off to meditate. Ciao ciao

judi logan's avatar

Lovely story, David and my two cats always join in meditation. We need to pay more attention to what our pets are saying too, although as my cats are Bengal girls, they sure have a lot to say at times!!!

Pat G's avatar

Love this one, loved it when first read it. 'Astral Traveler' is the first Bedtime Buddha book -- are there more?

Nancy Hart's avatar

What a wonderful story !

Julius's avatar

Have listened to all the stories in “The ATH” many times over, read by you! So may I ask: Any plans for a second volume?! ☺️🙏🌈

Pamela Gassaway's avatar

David, that was a super good story and so aptly timed. I’ve been wondering why my cat stays in the bedroom most of the day while I have music on the TV or a tennis game. She always comes with me to meditate but I will be more closely attentive now. Many thanks for your wonderful stories and updates. I love the baby owls. Also the cat and the parrot is especially. 🙏

Ruey Ryburn's avatar

Love this story which I read after meditating with my beloved animals nestled beside me!!! This early morning meditation time is my favorite time of the day!!?

Marianne's avatar

Yes! We are always talking to the animals, but rarely truely listen to them!

I have had similar experience when i meditate at home. The cats and the dog are always nearby. How lovely. Thank you , David 🙏❤️🐾

Louise Doswald-Beck's avatar

I love your book of short stories. The one that stayed with me the most, and that I've talked about to others, is the one about the mortuary. It really hit home to enjoy what we have now. If you write another book of short stories, I will definitely buy it. Btw I'm also a cat lover. 🐈 😍

Pamela Cook's avatar

Love this story David, I no longer have a cat partly due the number of birds that visit our garden after our last cat passed on. However after reading this and due to the extreme heat at mo in England I decided to do my yoga and meditation in the garden with my feathered friends. It is wonderful, a joy, being joined by and listening them who do not seem to be disturbed by me, carrying on around me as if I’m not there. it has also prompted me to pick up The Astral Traveler’s handbook again for a reread.

Jane Montandon's avatar

I love this story, David, and I can really relate to it - my cat Lucie used to knead my tummy for several weeks before I received a diagnosis which necessitated a major operation. Cats are simply amazing! They just KNOW! 🙏🏻🪷

Peter Sands's avatar

Thank you David. Another fantastic short story.

Thanks for the pictures. The owls are just too cute.