The more you talk to cats ... the smarter they become. An occasional 'nice kitty' will have no measurable effect; intelligent conversation is required.
Cats have a contempt of speech. Why should they talk when they can communicate without words?
When you don't know what to do with yourself, do something for someone else.
I'm beginning to be skeptical of my own skepticism.
Beware of the clever ones; the dumb ones are safer.
Are those cat hairs on your lapel, or have you been dating a blonde with a crew cut?