Le Chat.

I encountered Le Chat in the tiny passage St-Paul off Rue St-Paul.  I was searching for the Jesuit church, Eglise St-Paul St-Louis. While a door revealed a church inside, exterior buildings covered the rest.  Upon exiting the tiny passage, I noticed Le Chat seated below an open window.  While at first he seemed only concerned with securing the attention of the occupants inside; he quickly surmised that an encounter with me could produce a pleasant result.  We made our polite acquaintances.  Greetings such as “Bon chat” and “Bon journee” are both acceptable. A lyrical tone will quickly put him at ease.  If these niceties go well, you may assume a squatting position (do not assume this position if you have knee problems as elevation may prove futile.) Proceed slowly with Le Chat.  A back rub may be too aggressive and the rest of your morning will not be pleasant.  Remember, a gentle approach is most prudent.  In making your departure, arise slowly and while still speaking in a considerate tone, make your polite goodbyes.   Le Chat will most likely reassume his position below the window once you are gone.  Le Chat, a delightful “etranger” in the tiny passage of St-Paul.  

Eglise St-Paul St-Louis, Passage St-Paul off Rue St-Paul [4e].