Ep 5: My Cat Lady Era: Why Old Cat Ladies Actually Have It Figured Out

Send us Fan MailThey are the butt of so many jokes… but have you ever considered that old cat ladies might actually have it figured out? In this episode of Who Let Me Do This?, I spiral about entering my cat lady era — even though I’ve always sworn I was a die-hard dog person. Between raising three kids under seven, dragging myself through Minnesota winters, and trying to keep a corporate job afloat, I’ve realized something: cats might just be the ultimate pet for a working mom in her lazy girl era. Low-maintenance snuggles? Check. No guilt trips for skipping a walk? Check. Zero barking at leaves while I’m trying to watch Real Housewives? Double check. So come along as I unpack why dogs are attention whores, why cats might be my spirit animal, and why mid-thirties me is fully ready to embrace a little “bitchy cat energy.” If you’ve ever thought about trading in golden retriever vibes for cat lady wisdom — this one’s for you. If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going: Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?)Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom