“...endless government intrusions in their life, bureaucracy attached to everything, owning property, building something, getting a good job, renting a house (never mind buying one), securing promised veteran’s benefits, just living. “
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Cats getting older and settled isn’t the right metaphor in my opinion.
It’s more like beat down dogs, learning to crouch and cower.
That’s what they want.
Don’t bark. Don’t run. Don’t chase. Lay in your doghouse quivering.
But oh, do what we tell you.
But oh, do what we tell you.
And wear your leash and collar.