Cat Parent Interview: Bernadette of Bernadette Teaches Music
If you have ever thought about learning to play the ukulele or guitar, I hope that Life has been kind enough to lead you to Bernadette. The creator behind Bernadette Teaches Music, Bernadette is a teacher, a musician, an incredibly wise soul — and a cat mama! I am so delighted to have her join us for this edition of Cat Parent Interviews. In this open-hearted conversation, we talk about her journey as a content creator; KitKat’s adoption story; cats and babies; and, so much more. Here’s Bernadette:
On Cats and Babies: An Interview with Ophelia the Kitten
Babies + Cats is a tried and true Internet recipe for heart-melting goodness, the virtual equivalent of grilled cheese and tomato soup. Yet, keeping everyone safe is not a matter that should be left to chance. Through her joy-infused Instagram account, Ophelia the Kitten, Kara Reed is showing the world how we can teach kids to approach animals gently and safely. Here’s a glimpse into her thoughtful approach.
Viviana & Mr. Whiskers, the Tripod TomCat
A former dog person, Viviana was shown the light that all furbabies are love by her previous roommate’s cat Winston, who has a face like Churchill and a heart like melted butter. When Vivi moved to her own place during the Covid quarantine, she knew that the cat life had to continue (and catnapping Winston was, alas, not legal). In strode Mr. Whiskers, a four-year old tripod tomcat, who quickly became Vivi’s main squeeze and adventure buddy.