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David W. Falls

David W. Falls spent over three decades at Microsoft shaping the digital future – and now, in retirement, he’s letting cats reshape the philosophical one. Blending curiosity, science, and a dash of feline absurdity, David writes about the whiskered mysteries that mainstream physicists and philosophers are far too cautious to chase.
With Frankie’s glow, old stories uncoil from the shadows

Tales From the Catacombs: Frankie’s Halloween Edition

In Ghost Cats of Halloween: Frankie’s Spooky Special, author David W. Falls follows Frankie, our feline folklorist, into the shadows of folklore. From Greyfriars’ phantom mouser to Japan’s chilling bakeneko, these tales remind us that cats don’t just share our homes, they haunt our histories. Whiskers twitch, candles flicker, and legends prowl where memory meets the paranormal.

The Pawprints That Never Fade

The Pawprints That Never Fade

Jim, named for Captain Kirk, ruled his home with quiet authority for 21 years. In The Pawprints That Never Fade, David W. Falls reflects on the cat’s commanding presence, patient lessons, and the way memory lingers long after loss. From midnight patrols to final goodbyes, Jim’s story reminds us that love leaves lasting imprints.

Temporal Furballs: The Secret History of Time Traveling Cats

Temporal Furballs: The Secret History of Time Traveling Cats

Cats purr when they’re happy… or are they keeping the timeline from unraveling? David W. Falls returns with his boldest theory yet: cats are time-traveling operatives correcting reality’s glitches with naps, tail flicks, and yes - even litterbox visits. Forget physics textbooks - this article rewrites history, one paw at a time. You’ll never look at your cat’s Zoomies the same again.

Cats vs. AI: The Real Singularity Has Whiskers

Cats vs. AI: The Real Singularity Has Whiskers

In this clever and insightful piece, David W. Falls suggests that the real singularity isn’t artificial - it’s feline. Through the concept of the “cat singularity,” he playfully explores how cats embody the very traits we fear in AI: strategic aloofness, subtle manipulation, and total control. The result is a humorous yet sharp reflection on power, autonomy, and cosmic whiskers.