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Samhain Countdown: Black Cats

By , About.com GuideOctober 6, 2012

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Hurray for Black Cats!
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Every year when people begin putting out their Halloween decorations, and we start dressing our homes for Samhain, inevitably the image of the black cat comes up. It's usually portrayed with its back arched, claws out, and occasionally wearing a jaunty pointed hat. So what's up with the whole idea of witches and their cats? More importantly, how did the black cat come to be associated with the Halloween and Samhain season? Read on to find out! Black Cats

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October 6, 2012 at 11:36 pm
(1) David in TN says:

I was blessed for many years with a black cat for a companion, and I just found another living on my property in the woods. It had come onto the deck and I startled it when I opened the window. Hopefully, it will come back. Unfortunately, I am very allergic to cats, so I really can’t have one inside the house anymore, but I enjoy having them around patrolling the property and leaving me gifts.

October 8, 2012 at 12:41 pm
(2) Irene says:

fortunate to have a Black Cat as a ‘companion’ for almost 16 years. Passed away last year. Still miss my Armand terribly. Blessings my lovey, wherever you are.

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