by Nippy Katz (not his real name) Patriotic Troll of Gather Freedom
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Opal's Active Lifestyle, an Example for Us All

September 24, 2009 11:45 AM EDT
views: 57 | rating: 10/10 (5 votes) | comments: 16

Opal recognizes the importance of an active lifestyle.  As a Zen princess she also knows the importance of balance in one's life.  In the video below Opal demonstrates Vigorous Napping, a vital part of her day.  If you look closely you  may see her breathe.





In this second video, taken shortly after the first, Opal shows that remaining connected to one's environment is vital in Vigorous Napping.





In this last video Opal demonstrates her ability to change position.  She knows that the universe is three dimensional and she must be able to change her orientation while continuing to occupy the center. Flexibility is her watchword.





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Comments: 16

Layla Morgan Wilde Sep 24, 2009, 11:53am EDT
Isn't the sport of extreme napping an Olympic one? If so, there is a gold medal in Opal's future.
Ada D. Sep 24, 2009, 12:36pm EDT
I've always been baffled by why a "catnap" is supposed to be a short rest. My cat can easily sleep for 10 hours straight while barely moving a muscle. When I am working nearby and drop something heavy with a loud bang, that may get an eye opening halfway to see what the fuss is all about, then back to being "catatonic"
Kris M. Sep 24, 2009, 1:07pm EDT
Very impressive. I don't think I've seen any video of your cats before -- I felt like I wanted to reach through a "window" and stroke her.
She'd probably like that. Opal is famous for her Petting Frenzy. It's cute the first few times but after a while you realize that she's a little obsessive. :)
That's like Hitch. He can never get enough, especially if it's a man petting him. I swear, he won't be happy until he can climb right into Kevin's mouth.
brittany c. Sep 24, 2009, 1:42pm EDT
opal is a beautiful kitty!!
Kris M. Sep 24, 2009, 2:37pm EDT
She has very large paws, doesn't she? One of my mom's cats has paws that take up your entire palm.
Her paws are a little bigger than average. They're probably foreshortened in the video so they look larger than they are. She finds them very useful for whacking Otis. :)
CC Miranda the artrat (or am i?) Sep 24, 2009, 4:08pm EDT
i had to go see them each individually as they wouldn't play for me from this article.
Mugg Muggles, "The Man With the Jive" Sep 24, 2009, 5:14pm EDT
You might want to invest in a cheap tripod (or drink less coffee before picking up the camera).
I almost had to reach for the Dramamine during the first installment.

Opal is definitely championship material.
I shot the first segment from upstairs. I should have rested my arms on the balustrade. The other two were shot from the armchair next to the couch. I was sitting down resting my arms on my legs.
I've never witnessed such cinematographical amazliness. Opal will definitely get an Oscar next year!
Kathleen ♥ L. Sep 24, 2009, 8:30pm EDT
Some one has way too much time on his hands...and it isn't Opal!

Opal does a stellar job of vigorous napping and will definitely be in the running for Olympic gold medal status.
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Sep 24, 2009, 8:35pm EDT
Actually, she gets her direction from the sun!
Heather ~of the Whippets~ M. Sep 24, 2009, 9:41pm EDT
Opal is very skilled at Vigorous Napping.

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