Mia, a medium-sized, standard tabby cat, was adopted into a home in Old Santa Fe. She embodies the essence of survival, both for herself and her species. Mia's life, encompassing her house, yard, and beyond, is marked by challenges that she navigates with exemplary instinct and ability, leading to a life of adventure. She learns to deal with various threats, from hawks and owls observed safely from a window, to outdoor dangers like coyotes. Mia treats humans with respect, navigating their world with ease, except in certain situations. Her sanctuary is the adobe casita, with the yard and garden as her domain, and the neighborhood and city as her larger world. Jay Impellizzeri grew up in New York City and Philadelphia. He earned B.A.s in history and economics at the University of Pennsylvania and a J.D. at Georgetown University. He practiced as a consulting legal researcher and writer. Widowed, he lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico with his cat. This is his first work of fiction.