Howling at the Moon: The Misadventures of Max, the Porch Prowler

Time stamp is by no means accurate… I don’t know how to change it nor do I care to learn.

Every evening, like clockwork, a mysterious howling would echo through the quiet of our rural sanctuary. It was a sound that stirred both curiosity and concern in my wife and me, prompting us to investigate the source of the nocturnal cacophony.

Underneath our porch, we discovered the culprit: a small, mischievous kitten, whom we affectionately named Max. It seemed Max had taken a liking to our humble abode, using our porch as his personal stage for nightly performances that rivaled the most passionate opera singers.

Determined to bring an end to the midnight serenades, we devised a cunning plan involving a small, innocuous-looking contraption known as a have-a-heart trap. The idea was simple: lure Max into the trap with a tantalizing treat, then whisk him away to a new life as our second tabby cat.

However, Max was no ordinary kitten. He was a master of feline espionage, evading our traps with the skill and finesse of a seasoned escape artist. Night after night, we would set the trap, only to find it empty come morning, Max’s howling as loud and persistent as ever.

Undeterred, we persisted in our quest to capture the elusive Max. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity of failed attempts, our patience was rewarded. Max, lured by the irresistible aroma of tuna, ventured into the trap, and with a triumphant clang, the trap sprang shut, capturing our nocturnal nemesis at last.

Today, Max is a beloved member of our family, his days of midnight howling a distant memory. His playful antics and boundless energy bring laughter and joy into our home, a reminder that sometimes, the most unexpected events can lead to the most wonderful outcomes.