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A couple of thoughts from Arya and I. We notice the mutual aide among different species and the mutual respect accorded the various non-human animals (yes, this is a story about critters, yet still I thought it important to mention. Well, actually Arya did).

And second that mewing is likely from another serval who has been catnapped by what seems a nefarious criminal ring. Arya and I are in suspense here, Heidi.

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Thank you, Perry & Arya! We so appreciated your incredible insights. Cooperation is a central theme at Critters! We look forward every week to Arya’s commentary, in particular. Please, stay tuned for Ch 9 next Tue!

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Excellent chapter Heidi! I like the interesting turn of events with the Capt. Kangaroo Rat. More clues to follow and looking forward to the next chapter 9.

PS - I loved the reference to the San Francisco treat - the second after I read that phrase, the old Rice-a-Roni jingle played in my head. Haha.

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Thank you, Neil! We hope the Rice a Roni jingle will not stay in your head for too long! We realize that was a big risk in the narrative for this chapter! Thank you so much for reading and being here with us at Critters.

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Oct 3Liked by Heidi Zawelevsky

It's staying in my head unfortunately. Oh no!! Here comes the Beef-a-roni jingle to join it.

🎶 We're having Beef-a-roni!

It's made with macaroni.

Beef-a-roni is good to eat

Beef-a-roni is really neat

Beef-a-roni, what a treat!

Yayyyy for Beef-a-roni!!

Followed by a very wonky horn solo.

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Oh no, Michael! An unintended consequence of the J Kitten, Sleuth & Purveyor of Bright Shiny Objects Detective Agency! I remember the bell from the cable cars. Not, of course, to be confused with the chrome plated bell in The Case of The Misplaced Priority Envelope. Full stop.:)

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Oct 5Liked by Heidi Zawelevsky

A fabulous episode! How exciting.

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Culinary Route

Choose the lettuce or kibble?

Captain Rat gives clues

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Thank you, April! Luvluvluv this and have added it to the Collected Haikus of the J Kitten, Sleuth & Purveyor of Bright Shiny Objects Detective Agency!

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DEGU AND KANGAROO CONTENT -11/10 :)

I'll have to take the degus up two by two, so I can read it to them while they sit on my lap or perch on my shoulders. The tour of the "Lettuces of the Americas" is def something that the degus would do. :)

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Thank you, Squizz! We are so pleased! Thank you very much for giving us a really fun set of characters for the story. Please stay tuned for Ch 9 as they will be back.:) The lettuce is on the house!

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Oct 3Liked by Heidi Zawelevsky

Great chapter worried about the mewing they are hearing , Me being Lucypur would show them some evil intentions , Ask my human i bite him a lot , but not out of hate overly ambitious love bites , That sometimes draw blood . Lucypurr loves the sory so does my hooman . hugs and pets and love to all

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Thank you, Mitch & Lucy! The Critters draw strength from your support and Lucy’s incredible skills based on luvluvluv. Please, stay tuned for Ch 9 as the Critters are in hot pursuit of the mewing!

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Oct 3Liked by Heidi Zawelevsky

Great chapter, Heidi! Thank you for bringing all of us along on this story with the critters

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Thank you, James! So glad you’re enjoying the detective story! I’ll be catching up with your latest post really soon, too.:) Take good care and please stay tuned!

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Oct 2Liked by Heidi Zawelevsky

Luvluvluv this story!

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Thank you, Jules. We luvluvluv having you here with us. Thank you very much for reading and please stay tuned for more fun times with Ch 9 next Tu! Hope to see you there!

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I am literally laughing out loud, smiling and it brought tears to my eyes. Nefarious! Flummoxed! All the words Heidi, this is simply divoon! Love it my friend, you and the critters are beyond appreciated. I might even start to overcome my fear of mice.

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Thank you, Kristin! You are a kindred wordsmith! Please, stay tuned for more vocab as the mystery continues to unfold! We are so appreciative of your readership furever and ever. And, yes, no need to fear little rodents. Full stop.:)

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Oct 1Liked by Heidi Zawelevsky

So intriguing...so mysterious. Thanks for sharing your great adventure Heidi and critters. I look forward to the next instalment.

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Thank you, Diana! So wonderful to have you here with us at Critters! And yes! Please stay tuned for Ch 9 next Tue!

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