‘The universe had other ideas’: They bought their dream house, but it was the cat who came back to it that made it truly feel like home

Cats have many talents: napping anywhere, knocking things off counters, and giving side-eye sharp enough to cut glass. But perhaps their funniest hidden skill is sitting like hoomans. You know the pose: belly out, back slouched, back legs splayed like a tiny couch potato. Suddenly, your sophisticated feline transforms into a furry roommate who looks like they’re waiting for the next episode of their favorite show. It’s endlessly amusing because cats do it with such nonchalance. One minute they’re grooming, the next they plop down with paws resting on their belly like they’re contemplating life’s big questions. “Why no snacks yet?” or “Do I really need to chase that red dot?”These awkward yet adorable positions turn our regal furballs into comedy gold. No matter how majestic a cat usually acts, the hooman-sit brings them back down to earth. From tiny loafs to full-on recliners, these cattos prove one thing: they may not pay rent, but they’ve mastered the art of lounging like the rest of us. Is your inbox feline too professional? Add some cats falling off counters. Subscribe here!.