
Do you remember the first time you took an airplane? Frightening wasn’t it? Well, September made that trip to his new home in New York City all by himself and Alix waved goodbye and cried. She kept imagining how he must have felt; any cat owner knows that cats are creatures of routine and comfort, not spontaneity and adventure. However, in the pages of this book, “My Life with Cats, Cats, and Cats,” Alix Hallman Travis has creatively illustrated his excitement. “If you desire to know more about this experience, then you need to indulge yourself in the pages of this memoir.”
The Start of an Adventure: September, the Feline Explorer
Cats thrive on familiarity—new environments can make them anxious or disoriented. But September, one of Travis’s beloved cats, was no ordinary feline. As Travis tells it, September had a curious and adventurous spirit, always eager to explore beyond the boundaries of his usual environment. When the opportunity arose to travel to New York City, he accepted his ticket and went!
Navigating the move to New York City for a Cat: The Challenges
In her book, Travis humorously captures His arrival, as recorded by his new daddy, who saw September as the confident traveler arriving with his shades on and waving to his friend.
Travis’s playful illustrations depict the quintessential moments of a cat on the move: from nervously sniffing the air at LaGuardia to trying to make sense of the honking cars and fast-paced pedestrians on the subway to his new home.
The Big City, Through Feline Eyes
September’s feline perspective came into sharp focus. For a cat, the city must have seemed like an alien planet. The towering buildings, bustling crowds, and unfamiliar smells made for a sensory overload. Travis beautifully captures these moments through her artistic lens, showing how September observed the world around him—wide-eyed and curious, yet cautious of every new sight and sound.
What makes this part of the story so special is the way Travis infuses personality into September’s reactions. Every cat owner can relate to the mix of wonder and wariness their cat shows when they encounter something new. September’s experience is a reminder that, despite their aloofness, cats can be surprisingly adaptable when given the chance.
Finding Comfort in the Unfamiliar
One of the most touching elements of the story is how September found comfort amidst the chaos of New York City. Despite the noise and crowds, September’s trust in his new owner who provided a sense of security. Whether it was curling up in his carrier during moments of overwhelm or peeking out to watch the world go by, September’s journey highlights the bond between a cat and its human.
For cat parents, this part of the story resonates deeply, but it also shows how much trust our feline companions place in us to keep them safe, no matter the environment. Travis’s book celebrates this bond, offering a touching reminder of how cats rely on their humans for comfort and reassurance, especially in unfamiliar territory. Alix Hallman Travis’s My Life with Cats, Cats, and Cats is more than just a memoir about life with felines—it’s a tribute to their often extraordinary adventures on a big loud machine and new home. Through her charming illustrations and thoughtful storytelling, Travis captures the essence of what it’s like to travel for a cat: equal parts chaotic and heartwarming.