The Cat Lady: A Folktale About The Dangers Of Caring Too Much

A tall, regal figure, dressed in a formal black suit and hat, could be seen wading across the river near the town. It was a woman, the Cat Lady - her eyes of a deep yellow hue sparkled even from a distance. In her sturdy hand was a floor brush of straw and stubble, which she used as a walking stick. She seemed to feel perfectly comfortable in the river, staring ahead and twisting confidently in place while standing ankle-deep in water. It was clear from her sturdy posture and concentration that the Cat Lady had lived a long and interesting life, but the best was yet to come.