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janet paterson wrote: > > hi ron > > in re cd > i call my automatic negative thoughts 'monkeys' > [no slur intended] > > some where some time i read a statement declaring > that our emotions are what differentiate humans from other animals > but now that you have given me a 'nudge' > i believe the term 'emotions' was used more specifically > in re laughter and tears > > at the time i remember feeling a few doubts about the statement > i don't know any monkeys or apes on a personal basis > but cats i know and have known in plenty > i'm sure they display 'emotions' > of a feline sort at least > > but i haven't seen one cry or laugh > yet > > yours in curiosity > > janet > > janet [log in to unmask] Janet, If you have not seen a cat or dog "cry or laugh" it must be that you don't know them well. They don't cry or laugh in the same manner we do -but they display many emotions. Even sadness and joy. It may be that some people don't see this or maybe I imagine it-but they are there. Nita Andres [log in to unmask]