Mother daughter relationships are rarely straightforward. 

Every family relationship is different. And it can change over the course of your life. Our relationships with our parents are always changing, even when we get older. Sometimes, especially when we get older. At a certain point in your life, you realize that your parents are also just people. For a long time, you think of them as monolithic, mothers and fathers, but really they started out just like you. When you realize this, a whole other chapter of your relationship begins. The mother and daughter in this story were at the beginning of that relationship shift. And it came to a head when thinking about appearance. Sometimes it's the littlest things that lead to the biggest fights between our loved ones and us. It could be something as small as what you're wearing that day that leads you to a big blowout fight. But it's important to step back and try to gain a little bit of perspective on these situations. You don't want to end up resenting each other over something that you should've communicated about. But that's what was threatening to happen here when this mother and daughter duo just couldn't get out from under their situation.

A shared hedge has somehow become the neighbor's personal scheduling department, which is a remarkable promotion considering nobody appointed her to manage another adult's yard, calendar, privacy, or contractor access

Splitting the trimming bill is one thing, deciding when a stranger enters someone else's property is something else entirely, and paying for it does not magically convert an unauthorized plan into a favor.

This arrangement had already been shaky from the get-go. For years, the neighbor scheduled the hedge trimmer without checking first, leaving the homeowner to ask him to finish the work on her side later when the timing did not suit. Now she provided roughly twenty minutes of notice, was told that the homeowner would contact the contractor separately, and then responded by booking him to work inside(!) that homeowner's yard the following day anyway. Looks like "I will schedule separately" now translates to "please feel free to schedule my contractors for me."

Even the smallest act of kindness can make the biggest difference for a cat. 

When you are buying a new home, you have to be aware that it is a new home for you, not for the cat who is already on the property and has been living there for years. For that cat, you are the stranger, the intruder, the creature who is moving things around and changing things without asking for purrmission. Cats are territorial. They have a hard time leaving certain places. And it is on you to accept that if you buy a place already belonging to a cat. That was the case with phatselinakyle on Reddit. 

When they bought their new home, they got an instruction manual, and in that manual was a cute picture of a stray cat. To that picture, a note was attached asking the new owners to be kind and let the cat inside if she ever shows up. Because she was there first. It is her home. Unfortunately, something about the new owners must have discouraged her from coming back, because it took her two years to finally pluck up the courage to walk back into her home. She didn't know how easy it would be, that she would be welcomed with open paws. 

Pets, those weird creatures that we adopt one day and decide to love forever.

When you adopt a pet, you start loving them that exact moment. Is not something that grows on you. It's simple and pure love that you start to feel that exact moment without a doubt, and it lasts forever. Is beautiful and pure, and it's quite unexplainable as well. We can't communicate with them. We are not sure that they understand us, and we don't fully understand them either. We have different habits and ways of living. We are completely different. But that doesn't make them any less lovable. The relationship between humans and pets just works, and I love that.

One of the strongest bonds that I have ever created was with my pets. I currently live with a cat and a dog whom I love more than anything. They make my life happier, and they fill me with joy. They are like roommates that don't cooperate in anything and just make everything messier, but I wouldn't change them for the world. I realize that this feeling is not unique to me. Almost anyone with pets acts and thinks like this. The uncontrollable love toward a pet that can't even fully understand it is beautiful.

One way of knowing that you definitely love your pets is to notice the "little things" they do that make them special and unique. There are so many things we notice they like doing that we even start to give them treats so they can do them even more. For example, giving your cat their own glass of water so they don't feel left out when you are drinking, or getting them those computers made out of cardboard so they can also be on their laptop when you are working. We make a lot of accommodations for them, but we don't regret any of them. I thought that was kind of a unique experience, but I guess I was wrong. Anyway, here is a little thread of some cute but bizarre things pets do according to the stories in r/pets. 

No Meownday is complete without a recap of the best cat Tweets of the week! 

Another Monday. Another week of chaos. Another week of too much work and not enough time cuddling with our cats. Yep, here we go again, starting over, and once again, the weekend was nowhere near long enough to prepare us for this meowment. But we have to be here. Someone has to make sure our spoiled house cats are getting their treats this week, and it sure as heck is not going to be them. So, we're working. And if we're working, we might as well make sure to start the day on the right paw, with a whole bunch of pawsome cat memes. But we're not talking about just any cat memes. Every single week, we bring you the best of the best of cat Twitter. We do the digging for you. You just need to wake up, scroll away and smile. 

This homeowner lives beside rural walking routes in a small UK village and regularly deals with visitors crossing her front garden. After returning home exhausted from a ten-hour shift, she discovered that a stranger had even parked her Fiat 500 in the homeowner's private driveway while going out to walk her dog.

One thing I find fascinating about the United Kingdom is the concept of the "right to roam". While the concept does also exist in other places in the world, it is noticeably absent here in the United States. 

Monday is back again, and while it is usually a rotten day that takes our freedom away, today we are taking a different tact. Today we make Monday meowgical once more and we begin to do so with the support of these wholesome cat memes.

There is no denying the down mood that Monday puts you in. After a weekend of cuddling your cat, watching them climb curtains, chase after animals in the yard and generally having a whole heartedly good time together, the coming of the work week is quite the smack in the facial region. Bringing back into focus all that you had put outside your purview for the weekend and with it the worries and woes we like to drag along with us. But as we mentioned earlier, we are not about that this week, this week we want to make your heart sing with wholesome cattos that can cure the melancholy of Monday.

With the support of cute kittens being carted around in carriers far too big for them you will find yourself actually enjoying the maelstrom of Monday. Finding it comparable to the energy of a fast moving shopping mall. You might even enjoy the consultancy skills of the cat who clawminally imprinted his paw on his pawrent' glasses, giving you some pertinent advice about annoying your boss. And who knows, between it all you might just find an uplifted mood and the will and motivation to make the most of this week. We only have so many left before it had all been for nothing, so make the most of it now.
 

Much to our dislike the amount of stories that we hear about kittens caught in fast moving lanes of traffic is growing fast. Either due to the convenience and success of dumping kittens by the roadside, or simply the laziness to drive anywhere else other than the big road most people use anyway. But however this feline found itself stranded in the center of several lanes of traffic its rescue story is sweet as pumpkin pie.

Now, no matter who you are, if you have been dodging cars for the past few minutes you are not going to be the most happy go lucky of people. Stressed out of your mind you will likely snap at anyone who gets close to you. Which is exactly what this kitten did when her rescuer attempted to step in and save her. Thankfully, knowing that this was a tense situation he did not flinch and merely kept trying to capture the cat and bring it to safety. And even though said spiciness continued on their way home, the cat's rescuers continued undeterred knowing that with a bit of luck one day soon this spicy bean will turn into quite the sweet treat.

Thankfully their bet paid off and before long they began getting to know and loving the sweetest most submissive feline they had ever had the pleasure of meeting. And when this happened, they knew that without a shadow of a doubt that this cat was destined to be theirs and that their meeting was no mild mannered mistake but a fateful meet-cute that will be spoken about for years and decades to come.
 

Is it delusional to want work conditions to change in this day and age?

If we received a reward for hard work, most of us would most certainly make the effort, but in most cases, that's definitely not the case.

We will work extra hard for an imaginary deadline, or be the best at our jobs, and we still won't get the promotion or reach a higher salary over time, so what's the point?

I think that is what Gen Z realized and also why everybody calls them 'lazy'. Just like this Redditor puts it, they probably know they won't get rewarded for their extra effort, but they can also be 'punished' for it.

So in the end, if things are going to keep working like that, it's better to just be 'mid' at our jobs, get to the office on time, leave on time, and do only what our contracts say we should.

Of course, some industries and specific companies do reward our best performance, but I think we should keep our eyes open for the ones that don't, because if we do the bare minimum, maybe they'll come up with a solution on their own that includes some type of incentive.

Why would we do more than what we're paid to do, really?

Sometimes it feels like we're being coerced into it, even because we know it can look bad with our bosses if we don't, and jobs are precious and what makes our economies survive most of the time, so it's understandable that many people still choose to do extra stuff without a reward, but isn't it heartbreaking? What could we do to change it?

The most impressive part of this apartment flood story is management's ability to call an apartment "pretty much dry" while a tenant is standing in the aftermath of two inches of water, a cat has taken refuge on a closet shelf, and their own photographs show moisture readings that reach 41 percent. 

That's an ambitious interpretation of dry, to say the least, but it becomes harder and harder to defend once a restoration company cuts open two walls so the cavities behind them can actually be dried, because, you know, they're WET.

There's no such thing as a "mean cat", just a cat to whom life has been mean.

This is something we honestly think some shelters should take into account. Don't get us wrong, most animal shelters are working with pure dedication and love for animals, trying their best on all fronts. We really appreciate shelter workers and volunteers who give their time to make sure every animal will be adopted to their forever home. But some shelters are really quick on the trigger when it comes to labeling cats as aggressive, when in fact they're not at all.

The thing is - most "aggressive" cats are really just scared. And some shelters that they end up in are not really contributing to alleviating this pain, caused by the fear and confusion the cat experiences. Some cats literally fear shelter workers, but once they reach their forever home - their entire demeanor changes as well. And that's so wholesome to witness.

But with the right guidance, some extra love and care, and a lot of affection, every former feral can flourish and embrace the comfort of being a house prince or princess. And this one cat here is no different.

Meet Chicken! 

The farm life isn't all peace and quiet. It's more rural, which means there are more dangers compared to a suburb or more urban area. The farm life is known for being low and slow, but sometimes it can be anything but. The farm life does provide an insight into a lifestyle that has a bit more wholesome. You don't have flashing lights in your face, or streetlamps to hide the beauty of the stars in the sky. But there are dangers you might not expect. In the story below, a couple go to visit the mom who lives on a farm. They know that tons of coyotes have been getting the kittens and cats, so when they arrived and saw this little girl laying in a sun patch they immediately went to her. They picked her up and she fell asleep in their arms. He was so small, and they figured it's better to give him a solid future, than risk his life being cut short by coyotes. They took her home, and named her Chicken, which is such a cute name for a cat. Enjoy this wholesome story and enjoy the sweet summer life while it lasts. 

It's still only August…

The end of August, we can feel the autumn breeze furtively sneaking up on us, the cloudy skies, and the smell of cinnamon in the air. We all know what that means – summer is, fortunately or unfortunately, coming to a bitter end. As much as we all enjoyed green bikinis, ice coffees, and not giving a slurp about what anyone thought of us this season, summer is coming to a sour end. But, never fear! There's always next summer. 

The substratum of this season is the impertinence of it. The pure rebelliousness intermingled in the hot vibrations of summer heat, the waves crashing as we enjoy another cocktail, and the brat attitude as we dialectically swipe left on every imbecile man on Tinder and Hinge. Autumn is just around the corner, and you're saying goodbye to the miniskirts, bikinis, and cat sunglasses to strip out your boots, scarves, cozy blankets, and cat memes! Cats and winter just make sense. Cats are grumpy, grouchy, and introverted, at least in their stereotypes. So when we think of winter, it's automatic we would think of cats. 

At I Can Has Cheezburger, we know how much cat memes affects mood. We know because we're the ones posting about it! Imagine if your job everyday was to scroll these hilarious and adorable fluffy pet memes? Wouldn't you be happier and a little more at ease? So do us a favor and enjoy a moment, put down the stress around responsibilities and enjoy the best thing in the world, cat memes. 

Your time to relax is here, so why not enjoy some early indulgence with these soft, fluffy cat memes? The summertime mixed with weekend is absolutely the best combination. We all want that peace of mind that we're going to have two days off from the office, or the restaurant, the studio, or somewhere else. Work is work, even for people who really like their job. But when we're down and out and just waiting for the weekend, or waiting for summer vacation there really is one thing that can help us, and that's cat memes. 

Is it worth staying in a job that doesn't respect your right to free time?

All of us need a break from our jobs now and then, even the true workaholics. The time we get to rest, recharge, and enjoy ourselves isn't just crucial for helping us do better at work in the long run, but also something we need for our own wellbeing, full stop. Vacation time is a part of having a quality of life.

Unfortunately, a lot of employers do not seem to share that view. They believe that their employees should be willing to drop their PTO whenever they feel like they need it, and they act accordingly. While there are occasionally valid reasons to deny time off, in many cases this is the sign of a company that is not good to work for. If they are willing to deny their workers the vacation days that they should technically be allowed, they are probably going to mistreat them in other ways, too.

 

A front-yard garden may be easy to see from the street, but it is still part of someone's home, not a neighborhood produce stand where anybody can wander over, pick whatever looks ripe, and leave a polite little message afterward as if that somehow turns taking into sharing.

Now, this homeowner isn't upset because she hates the idea of giving food away. In fact, she clearly loves it, having grown up in a family where extra tomatoes and peppers were delivered to neighbors and friends were invited to take what they could use once the pantry was stocked. 

So no one can really blame her for not being generous. She just, very understandably, doesn't like being denied the option of choosing to be generous.

The older neighbor down the street decided to create his own arrangement, which is convenient for him because it removes the possibility of hearing no, and the way he just has to wait until the vegetables are grown, then just reach into somebody else's front yard, help himself, and then leave a complimentary Ring doorbell message explaining that he appreciates them, how he only took a little, and left something in return. 

Very considerate, except for the tiny detail that none of this was his decision to make. A thank-you after taking does not become permission simply because it is delivered in a cheerful tone.

Surviving as a stray cat for 13 years is already an achievement, but to do it after being hit by a car… this cat deserves to be retired in a warm home. 

Whenever we cover cat rescue stories, we always insist on thanking the person doing the rescuing. Because it's not obvious. It's not something to take for granted. People see cats in need of help every single day and simply… look away. And we get it. We do. Rescuing a cat is hard work. It takes time, it takes effort, cats, more often than not, are not easily trusting and won't simply walk into a carrier if you place one in front of them. But that doesn't mean that it's not worth it. 

With all that said, it's still hard for us to imagine an entire community that knows about a cat who was hit by a car getting ignored for years on end. The sweetest cat, one who is beyond ready for retirement in a forever home, and not only was he ignored by the community for years, but when someone finally decided to give him a chance and rescue him, that person faced complaints and harassment from said community. But you know what? These people didn't deserve him anyway. 

Now, finally, after years of being alone and in pain, this kitty is getting the help that he needs. And although his test results are not too promising, and it seems that he is sicker than he looks, whether he has a year left or ten, he is finally, finally going to be happy and loved. 

Some people are never happy, which is exactly how they want it to be.

We all know that one person who likes something better when they get to complain about it. They can come back from the most luxurious vacation, and the only thing they would comment about is how the food wasn't good enough or how the AC in their room was too loud. They nitpick absolutely everything, but the funny thing is, they wouldn't have it any other way.

After you get to know someone like that, you realize that complaining is an integral part of their experience, and in some twisted way, it actually brings them joy. They like finding something wrong with a service they paid for; they like giving a disapproving look or even demanding a refund. They want to feel superior, and without these complaints, they wouldn't know how to do it. So they make a point to find something wrong with everything, everywhere, all at once.

That is exactly the kind of person we think the client below is. She booked a massage therapy appointment for the first time with the therapist who shared the story, and she had very strict instructions. The main ones were: Don't talk to me or ask me how I'm doing during the session, and don't keep going after the time is up. Pretty weird requests from a massage client, but the therapist knew better than to go against someone like that. So she complied with every single demand.

But the client, like any other professional complainer, was still not happy when the session ended. She was upset that the therapist didn't check on her at all, and didn't like it when the session ended after exactly 90 minutes. All the therapist could say in return was, "Well, I did exactly what you asked for."

This, of course, led the unhappy client to go on her rampage of further complaints, but luckily, the therapist remained unfazed…

Funny cat pictures are everywhere online, but everyone knows the funniest ones come from real cat people. 

Having cats is always an adventure. There is this misconception that cats are boring pets, that they don't do much, that they are not very entertaining. And while it's true that cats are calming and that they bring a sense of peace into a home like no other animal can, to say that they are boring pets would be to lie. Cats are chaos incarnate. One minute, they will be peacefully sleeping under a blanket somewhere, and the next, you will hear a crash somewhere around your house, and you will know - from experience - that your little chaos goblin is at it again. 

And the picture opportunities… are endless. There is a reason why there are funny cat pictures everywhere on the internet, and why no matter what is going on in the world, people will be sharing these pictures. But the best, the funniest cat pictures are not ones that you will see online. They are the ones in our phones - pictures of real cats in real life being their hilarious selves. And here's a glimpse of that. When we asked you guys to show us the silliest cat pictures you've ever taken of your chaos goblins, we knew the results would be ameowzing, but goodness, it was impawssible to choose our favorite ones. 

Oh no! If it's the consequences of our own actions! Or maybe it's the consequences of profoundly life-altering technological revolutions.

We all know it: screens are making our attention spans shorter and making us dumber in general. Given the chance, our brains prefer putting in less effort into almost anything. And that's the main issue: We're now being given the chance, so it will be incredibly hard to resist, as we are 'biologically wired' to prefer saving energy resources.

ChatGPT and all AIs really are creeping up on our education systems, our health systems, our marketing strategies, our designs, our films, our anything. We can't stop AI; after all, it is a wonderful invention created by humans, but after all this that's happening, I think we should fight really hard to 'put it in its place'.

Handmade and human-thought things are now becoming a luxury; human contact is also becoming one; having a long attention span is becoming one, and all those things will soon be markers of discipline and excellence; but it would be beautiful if literacy, ideas, and attention were not only for the chosen few, and we collectively found a way to protect everyone (especially children) from the dependence AI creates.

Plus, we all have to remember something: AIs are condescending, and sometimes they invent facts or hallucinate; we cannot fully rely on them yet.

Haven't all great ideas come from creative human minds? Is that time completely over?

Fall is days away, and that means that it's time to get out the pumpkin spice lattes and the delicious cat memes. 

There is nothing quite like summer. The sun, the ice creams, the iced coffees and flip-flops. Don't get us wrong, we love summer. But mentally, we are beyond ready for fall. It's time to start layering. It's time for the pumpkin spice-flavored things to come out. It's time for cozy vibes and even cozier cats. Because fall is our cats' favorite season too. This is the season when cats can still sunbathe as much as they want to during the day, but at night, when it's colder out, our cats can curl up in purritos just the way that they like too. 

And you know what's even better about Fall? We don't think that there is anything better than sitting down with a warm cup of coffee as the leaves change color all around us, and in our other hand, a cozy collection of cat memes to start the day with. Now, that is beautiful.