After the concert,  Shadow headed home in her SUV.  She was late from her curfew, and she knew it.  She awkwardly opened the door to her home.  In the dark, she could see that Thom was sitting in a chair waiting for her.  “Shadow sit.  I need to tell you something important… and life-changing,” said Thom.  What’s this about, said shadow a bit nervous. Are you ok?” said Shadow.  “I’m perfectly fine.  Please take a seat and I’ll explain,” said Thom.  Shadow took a seat on the sofa directly across from where Thom was sitting.  Thom Continues-   “While you were in the hospital, someone contacted me regarding you. They heard you were very ill and wanted to visit you while you were in the hospital.  Of course, no one could visit you, so they were unable to.  I guess what I’m trying to tell you is you have a little brother that wants to visit you.” (Dun dun music plays).

“What?!”  I have a little brother! and you are just now telling m?” said Shadow in shock over the news “Why have you kept it a secret?” said Shadow.   “It’s news to me too. Anyway, he will be here tomorrow at noon,” said Thom. “Do you want to meet him?”  “Yes, I’m just in shock.  I thought I was the only one who survived out of my litter,” said Shadow.   “Apparently not…” said Thom

“I have a little brother.  Who would have thought?  I can’t wait to meet him…

Shadow arrived at Phoebe’s place around 4:00 PM. She knocked at Phoebe’s door with trepidation. In her mind, she witnessed Phoebe blow up into pieces when the ship exploded. She thought Phoebe was dead. She had to remind herself it was only a dream brought on by the fever she had due to COVID 19. When Phoebe opened the door, they both immediately hugged each other. “It’ s so good to see you,” they both said in unison. I’m so glad you’re no longer hanging on by a rope due to COVID 19. I was really scared you weren’t going to pull through it,” said Phoebe holding back tears. “I know. I was scared too,” said Shadow. “Enough of this. Let’s focus on the Depeche Mode concert,” said Shadow. “I have bad news. The in-person concert has been canceled due to the increase in people infected with COVID. Instead, it will be a virtual concert,” said Phoebe. “Luckily, we have a big-screened smart TV that we can watch it on. It begins at 8:00 PM,” said Phoebe, as she motioned for Shadow to come into her home. “So, we have four hours to kill?” said Shadow. Yes, we can watch their music videos while we wait for the concert to start,” said Phoebe as she led Shadow to the living room. “Would you like some iced tea?” said Phoebe. “I better not. I drove here,” said Shadow (Cat’s get drunk from iced tea)…

After Shadow ended the phone call with Phoebe, she picked out her outfit for the Depeche Mode concert-  jeans and an old Depeche Mode t-shirt.  She was so excited to see the band as she just recently discovered the 80’s band. Her favorite song by the group is “Just Can’t Get Enough.”  It’s what is blazing on her t-shirt. She felt kind of sad as she now realizes she never met an alien named Captain Cattitude.  She was quite fond of him even though her mind made him up.  Phoebe suggested to Shadow that the high fever she had have maybe the reason why the dream seemed real. Speaking of Phoebe, she was late to meeting her at her house.  She changed into her jeans and t-shirt and headed out to Phoebe’s…

“AAAAAAAAAAAAAH!” Shadow began sobbing after her scream woke her up.  She instinctively felt her body to make sure it was intact.  The dream she awoke from was so vivid. She dreamed Captain Cattitude’s spaceship blew up and killed everyone on board  She was sure it was real.  “Oh thank God, it was only a dream,” she said aloud.  None of it was real, she thought. At that moment,  she realized she never met an alien named Captain Cattitude. And she realized Thom was still her owner.  Jumping out of bed, she ran down the hallway to

Thom’s bedroom.  “Thom” she meowed while she was running to his room. She couldn’t wait to see him to verify it was only a dream.  Thom opened the door to hs bedroom door as he heard Shadow meowing intensely.  “What’s wrong Shadow?  Is your litter box dirty or are you hungry?” 

As soon as he opened the door, Shadow jumped on him and wrapped her paws around his neck. Thom began petting Shadow and soon her meow changed to a purr. They both were happy to see each other.  Thom had been in the hospital a week ago as he was diagnosed with having Covid 19.  “I’m alright Shadow,” he told her in a soothing tone.  “I no longer have symptoms for Covid 19.  It’s been 14 days since I was exposed.  You can’t get it now.”  “I need to call Phoebe to make sure she is okay.  I had a very vivid dream that I was on a spaceship heading to Catmoon that exploded,” Shadow said.  “Everyone on board died, that included Phoebe,” she concluded. Shadow let go of Thom’s neck and started to head back down to her bedroom, so she could call Phoebe.  Shadow found her Pink iPhone and dialed Phoebe’s number.  A sleepy Phoebe answered the call. “Hello,” said Phoebe with a yawn coming out of her mouth.  “Phoebe it’s Shadow.  How are you?”.  “I know who this is silly.  We are best friends forever.  We are going to the Depeche Mode concert tonight, remember?” said Phoebe   I had a nightmare; I need to know that you are okay.  In my dream, everyone died when the spaceship exploded.  It was so vivid. I thought it really happened, “ said Shadow.  “Well, you have been stressed out since Thom came down with Covid 19.  I haven’t heard from you for a couple of weeks.  You were very sick Shadow.  You ended up in the hospital for a couple of weeks.  I should be asking you if you are okay,” said Phoebe…

“AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH”, a twisting and turning, Shadow let out a scream. It woke her up from her dream Meow she bellowed as she realized it was all a dream. She sighed and rubbed her eyes, “Meow, Meow, Meow” Shadow said as she was so happy she didn’t die. And most likely Phoebe was alive. She immediately jumped out of bed and began searching for her cell phone. When she found it, she speed-dialed Phoebe…

Captain Cattitude is piloting the ship to Catmoon. They are less than two days away from Catmoon. Currently, there are meteorites circling the planet, and Captain Cattitute is deftly maneuvering through the meteorites, praying he does not hit any. The rest of the ship’s occupants, Shadow, Phoebe, FBI Agent Bouldevere, Suzie, and Peter are resting in their rooms. “What was that'” said Shadow as she was awakening up.

The voice over the intercom seemed to answer her comment “We were hit by meteorites. I need everyone on deck ASAP,” said Captain Cattitude

Immediately everyone made their way to the ship’s deck. They were greeted by smoke and fires coming from the command deck, “We need to get off this ship. There are escape pods in the lower deck. Let’s put out this fire the best we can and then we head down to the escape pods

Everyone furiously started putting out the fires in the command deck. When the fires were out, everyone piled into the elevator. It was a tight squeeze. Captain Cattitude pushed the button for the lower deck. The elevator zoomed to life; and within seconds, they were on the lower decks. “Follow me,” said Captain Cattitude as he ran out of the elevator down the escape pods. Everyone followed suit. When they got to the escape pods, they were shocked. There weren’t enough escape pods for everyone. They drool straws to see who would be able to go. Shadow drew the short one. Everyone gave her a hug and cried. Shadow was acting like a man as she realized her faith. “Hold on, hold on, “said FBI Agent Bouldelaire, “I’m staying with her,” The ship was starting to tilt to one side – everyone slid to the right. “Hurry, we don’t have much time,” he said. While everyone was in their escape pods the lower deck began to explode. Luckily, the other crew members were able to escape the explosion as their escape pods jettisoned from the ship.

Baudelaire and Shadow held hands as they knew their fate. “Caboom, was the last sound they heard. In a blink of an eye the ship exploded. Shadow and Captain Baudelaire become one with the Universe….

It’s been five days since we checked in with Shadow, Captain Cattitude, Suzie, Peter, Phoebe and FBI Agent Baudelaire. A safe house still has not been found.  Captain Cattitude has voiced concerns that food would last twenty more days at the most.  On top of that, the passengers are becoming antsy. Captain Cattitude decides to hold an emergency meeting regarding where exactly are they going to land and when…

“As you know the food supply for this many people is an issue.  We will not have food for much longer.  I give it twenty days.  We need to make a decision on where to go.  I suggest we go to Catmoon  The atmosphere is like Earth’s.  My people will welcome you with open arms, remember Catmoonian ancestors helped the Egyptians build the pyramids.  The planet has plenty of space and its food production is excellent.  Most of the food Catmoonians eat is what you would call vegetarian here on Earth.  I feel with COVID-19 still running rampant on your planet, it is the safest place to go. It will take us approximately ten days using wormholes and purr drive.  When it is safe to come back to Earth, I will bring you back.  Think of the scientific breakthroughs you may discover that could enrich life here on Earth,” said Captain Cattitude. 

“What you say is true, our food supply is dwindling and COVID 19 is getting worse, not better according to news feeds I have been following. Perhaps it is best we go to Catmoon until this COVID 19 simmers down,” said Suzie.

“What diseases could we possibly contract from your planet?  Would they be deadly to humans?” asked Peter.

“I have vaccinations on board for current diseases that you could possibly catch.  We planned ahead in case humans came back with me. You should be safe.  Most of the diseases can’t cross over to human DNA.  Shadow is the one most at risk, but like I said we have vaccinations,” said Captain Cattitude. 

“It certainly would be a new cultural experience,” said Baudelaire.

“As I see it, there is no better option because of COVID 19.  Shall we vote on it?”

“Yes, let’s vote on going to Catmoon until things calm down on Earth,” said Suzie… 

 Captain Cattitude, Suzie, Peter, Baudelaire, Shadow, and Phoebe has been in orbit around the Earth for five days now.  They still have not found a safe house.  Everyone’s mood, for the most part, is ok except for Phoebe who is still processing grief over the death of her owner due to COVID 19. Shadow has been trying to comfort her but Phoebe’s grief is deep, and Shadow hasn’t been able to help her feel better. Captain Cattitude has been making noise about taking everyone to Catmoon.  So far, no one is for that but it may have to be an option…

Captain Cattitude began to run down the ship’s corridor’s to the pilot’s seat with the others coming up from behind. Captain Cattitude reached the captain seat. He made a hand-gesture then a drop-down heads up display appeared in mid-air. He sat in the chair and began to manipulate the display. Soon the ship starting to come to life. The engines began to engage and the ship began to ascend from earth. Cloaking technology was activated as the ship began to leave Earth’s atmosphere. Captain Cattitude asked everyone to take a seat and strap themselves in. The ship began to pick up speed and head out to orbit around Earth. “We should be safe now I turned on the cloaking device. No one will be able to find us via radar,” said Captain Cattitude. “Where are we going?” Captain Cattitude asked. “Good question,” said Suzie. “Peter were you able to find another safe house?” “I was still researching that when the government surprised us. i think this ship is the safest place we can be for now until we find another safe house,”said Peter. “How long can we stay in orbit?” said Peter to Captain Catttide. We have a two month supply of food. We could stay in orbit for two months.

After driving for a half-hour, Suzie spotted the location where Captain Cattitude had sent his spaceship up into space hidden for the government’s prying eyes. “Ok, we are here I believe.” “That was pretty fast,” said Peter. “Well, I was driving a 100 MPH,” said Suzie. “Captain Cattitude where is your ship,” asked Suzie. It’s up an orbit around your planet. I need to call it down. I suggest everyone stay in the van while I do this, so no one gets hurt,” said Captain Cattitude as he opened the door to the van and began to walk a short distance away. When Captain Cattitude reached his destination about a two-minute walk. He touched some buttons on his wrist band. Slowly the ship began to descend back down to Earth. Captain Cattitude made sure the ship’s blocking program was still running. In the car, Baudelaire was the first to notice the ship making its way down. “Look, there it is coming down slowly,” said Captain Cattitude. Once the ship was safely on the ground, everyone piles out of the van. Captain Cattitude was grinning ear to ear. He was so proud of his ship. “He pushed another button on his wrist band and the ship’s door opened. “Hurry everyone get in,” he said. Once everyone was safely in, Captain Cattitude walked into the spaceship and used a button on his wrist band to close the ship’s door. “Everyone follow me. From my calculations, they could be here any minute, Captain Cattitude said…