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Ask Maya for the 4th week of September, 2002
Ask Maya for the 5th week of September/1st week of October, 2002
Ask Maya for the 2nd week of October, 2002

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Ask Maya for the 4th week of September, 2002:

Dear Maya,
What are your views on death, dying & euthanasia?
Also, do you have any advice that might help people and animals who have a situation, usually a male who wasn't neutered early enough, who is peeing all over the house?
- Jodi

Dear Jodi,

I am ready for some questions, today - so let's go!

Wow, you don't pull any punches, do you? That (your first) question is a very serious one and I will be happy to answer it.

Death and dying are natural. We have to understand that. There are cats and beings right here - in my very home! - and in yours, too, that were alive in physical form once. Spirits move around and do all sorts of things. Once you are enlightened and in touch with the world, like I am, you will be able to see this and feel this clearly. They are nothing to be afraid of. Sometimes they are just visiting. Sometimes they have other things to do. I, myself, have had my spirit in other bodies in the past and will have more in the future. I have been a bird - a really tough one! I like being a cat. I also like being in touch with the outer world of spirits and seeing them like I can. I am very special and mystical like that. I'm better at it than the other cats in my house. Really!

[GK comments that some people may have different religious/spiritual beliefs about death.]

Oh, yes - I know all about that. Humans are funny that way - they have all sorts of different beliefs and they don't understand that they can all be right at the same time. Let's just say that there is a spiritual world out there and it's a good thing, alright? I could get into a theological discussion but that would take a long while. I don't see much difference between God and All There Is and I don't want to argue about it - it just makes people feel bad and goes against the peacefulness of what the spiritual realm is supposed to be all about. Not that there's not conflict, mind you, but that's another story!

ANYway, death and dying is nothing to be afraid of. In fact, I'd rather die when I'm fast and beautiful than get too old. Then I can move on to the next thing. Mom G argues with me about this and tells me they love me and I shouldn't be too vain, and sometimes I acquiesce, but whatever. I do love them, though.

As for euthanasia, I've heard about this. I'm not against it. As long as the animal thinks it's time, then it's time to go. In fact, I think it's nice that it can be done painlessly and quickly. People shouldn't feel guilty about it. I've never met an animal who said "I'm so mad that my people killed me too quickly!" Even if they could have lived longer, usually they get over it.

Of course, Mom G tells me that this can be a very hard decision for people and they can be afraid of losing the animal or hurting them. I understand that and I feel your sadness and send you comfort. But you never really lose someone. I hope that when it's my time to go and I'm telling them that they listen to me and don't draw it out! I still have a lot of usefulness and adventure to go, though. Just listen to your animals and they will show you. And if it's too hard, just ask someone else who's sympathetic. Sometimes they can hear what your animal friend is telling you, even when you're too emotional to get it.

Now, as for the peeing problem, I did answer a question about peeing once and you should go back to it. Why do I always have to repeat myself? Anyway, the problem with boys is, they're gross. Really. I mean, a lot of cats have problems, but I just can't stand it when a cat feels a need to pee all around the house all the time. I can understand it when it's outdoors and he's not fixed, but come on! And it's even worse when girls do it! That's just not necessary. I don't want any truck with it, and the cretins in my house do it all the time. Man, it just ticks me off. And mom G says I should be "understanding" of their needs and problems, but I'm understanding enough to live with them and not kill them, so what more do they want?

[GK tries to calm Maya down and Maya is a little apologetic.]

OK, sorry, I guess. Anyway, Mom G. can send you my old response and maybe that will help. In that case (the late-fixed boy problem) it's probably old habit and instinct and he may need some further training to not do it. Get him more litter boxes and reassure him about it. If that doesn't work, maybe he needs drugs - it did wonders for Maurice [our boy cat - GK]. Really! I say, drug 'em all, if they can't control it. I mean, a cat has gotta do what she wants to do, but I draw the line there. That's just uncivilized.

You're welcome,

- Maya the Cat

Ask Maya for the 5th week of September/1st week of October, 2002:
Please note: This question was originally asked and answered in early August.

Dear Maya,
Why do you think the whales are beaching themselves in Massachusetts? Is it in protest?
- Alana

Dear Alana,

Ooooh, good question! Okay, let me think about this.

Of course I can get in touch with the whales, because I'm spiritual like that. My mom G tries to do it, but she gets too upset about their "predicament" and how it's sad and she disconnects. So, I will have to try to get this answer through her without her shutting off to protect herself in fear for herself... I hope she listens/works it out!

Okay... the whales are beaching themselves. They are doing it to themselves but they are not entirely aware of it. Something has distracted them and is messing with their ability to navigate themselves. It is not a lesson they are teaching in terms of doing it on purpose. They say some have been chosen to do that sometimes but not now, not in this case. Some are very sick and they are having a hard time talking amongst themselves and being able to hear what each other has to say when they are in the pod-thing. (Whales of some kinds sometimes travel in pods, or group things. Some cats do this, but I don't, myself.) I get that it is an illness... it is very strange because it is not something that normally happens and may not be entirely natural. They are in pain now but they want you to know that, although they are confused, when they release their spirits from their bodies they are okay. They don't blame anyone... I just don't think that they've figured out what is going on and it is hard on them. Wow, this makes even me sad! I will be sending some good heart/love energy to them in their plight. I will help them speed out of their bodies to the sun and wateri-ness. And maybe the ones who are not yet all sick can find courage. We will see.

But! This is not happening to all whales. All whales are feeling it (what's happening to these ones) and thinking about it, but it is not an epidemic, yet. This is something we will all have to do a lot of thinking and feeling about and figuring out. I think there is a lesson to be learned here yet, and I have some ideas about it, but I'm not telling them. You have to figure it out for yourselves. But I am here with you, cheering/egging you on! Alright, so I am a little smug. But what is a spiritual leader who gives all the answers? And I can be a spiritual leader - I can! I can answer questions, or I can make you think about them. I have a talent. Maybe I'm not the best but I'm pretty damn good at it, I'll tell you that!

Anyway - whew, that was emotional. I will keep telling the whales you are concerned and feeling for them. I think they know but it is hard to get through to them just now. I hear them crying and it is sad. But everything happens for a reason. We all just have to figure it out for ourselves.

I need to curl up now. This has been intense. Thanks for your question,

- Maya the Cat

Ask Maya for the 2nd week of October, 2002:

Dear Maya,
Thank you for your compassionate answers! You are right that i don't "pull punches"-- a lot of people find it annoying, but I figure they can play with someone else! Also, I apologize for asking you a question you had already answered. Idon't like to have to repeat myself either so I really should have known better. I went and found your original advice about indoor marking (I had even saved it!) after you reminded me that this had already been addressed. I guess I just forgot because I was upset over having someone piss all over my scooter earlier this week.

I wonder: is it common for animals to have friends who are members of other species than their own (besides humans)? Do YOU have any friends who aren't humans or cats?

It was very interesting about the whales. I used to think they were trying to teach us to be compassionate -- like when Russians and Americans cooperated to save a whale together a few years ago. But now I think they are just dying because we have been polluting the oceans with garbage and chemicals and overwhelmingly noisy sonar. Maybe i'm just depressed.

Take care
- Jodi

Dear Jodi,

Hello, again. I like people who are direct. Who needs to be wishy- washy? I'm not. So you go ahead and say what you mean. And thanks for thanking me. It's important to get the right respect!

As far as having friends of other species, I don't have many "friends," per se, but I do communicate with a number of different types of animals in the spiritual realm. It's sort of like a net or glow that covers the Earth and beyond, and I tap into it and get all sorts of news and information. I also send out things I want to do and have meetings and stuff. It's something like your "Internet" but not as primitive! Ha. And all that "typing" with those "fingers"! When will you humans learn how to do things the easy way? [laughs]

Anyway, even though I am a very singular cat, there are animals of other species who hang out with one another. Really, all life forms are interdependant. But, as for friendships, that happens, too. I talk to humans all the time, and I did talk to the whales! Also, Mama G has some elephants she talks to whom I consult with, although they are miffed that she has not been paying enough attention to them lately. She really needs to learn how to focus! Maybe next time she will come back as a cat...

Now, I don't get being friends with dogs, but some cats do that. I've spoken to birds before, and we all get the news from them, although sometimes I want to eat them. I've heard tell of cats who like horses, but I don't get it [shudder]. I think the point is, it varies from being to being and cat to cat. Mostly I like to relate to things as a cat or in the spiritual realm, which is less focussed on forms. But other cats like difference and can stand other smells and body forms more than I do. I may not be the best being to ask about this, because it's not my path, but I don't see any reason why others wouldn't do it. Hey, it takes all kinds -- even if I don't always like it! As long as they stay away from me, they can pal around with whomever they want, I guess... For me, I like to really be into the body I'm in at the time and learn all about it and respect it... I don't want to be distracted by other species too much -- I chose this for a reason. But, to each his or her own... just not in my face! Heh!

Oh, and about the whales... yeah, it is kind of sad, but don't think it's all just one thing. Sometimes they do teach us lessons on purpose. Also, even if they don't die on purpose, sometimes that teaches us a lesson, too! Or teaches you humans, I should say. Well, it teaches me, too, but... well, forget about that -- we're talking about you. Keep thinking and feeling and DOING what you can about it and you will learn and feel better. The world needs more humans like you who think about it and try to take care of the Earth. Also, having the proper respect doesn't hurt! HA! You can ask me questions anytime. My best catness to you & I hope this helps,

- Maya The Cat

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