Simon is an old cat. His family adores him and they do everything they can to keep him comfortable. After a full life of chasing butterflies, pruning houseplants and playing the piano, he now feels useless. Then one day his family drops something soft and small on this tummy. Akitten! There is much the kitten needs to learn about the world. Suddenly Simon has lots to do! Judith Byron Schachner pays homage to one special, very old feline in a book for anyone who has lived with and loved a cat. She is the bestselling author of Skippyjon Jones, Mr. Emerson's Cook and bits &pieces.