Regina, author

Hi, I’m Regina. I’m a curious person who likes to notice things. Sometimes it’s a thought that stays in my head all day. Sometimes it’s something I discover, a question I suddenly want to answer, a dream I cannot stop thinking about, or something completely ordinary that somehow becomes interesting. I created Vida e Palavras as a place to explore all of that through words. Here, I write about everyday life, emotions, habits, dreams, curiosity, inspiration, and the small things that make us stop and think. I’m not here to pretend I have all the answers. I’m here to explore, discover, and share ideas along the way. I hope you find something here that makes you think, feel, learn, or simply pause for a moment.

How to Tell How Old a Kitten Is

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You look at a tiny kitten and immediately wonder: How old is this little one? Sometimes you know the answer because someone told you the kitten’s birthday. But sometimes you don’t. Maybe you found a kitten outside, adopted one without much background information, or simply have a very young cat whose age was never recorded. … Read more

How to Make Coffee on the Stovetop Without a Coffee Maker

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There is something strangely comforting about making coffee on the stovetop. Maybe it is because you can hear the water heating, smell the coffee almost immediately, and watch the whole thing come together right in front of you. And if your coffee maker suddenly stops working, the stovetop can become more than just a backup … Read more

What Can I Use Instead of a Coffee Maker?

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Sometimes the problem is not the coffee. It is the coffee maker. Maybe yours stopped working. Maybe you are traveling and there is no machine in the kitchen. Or maybe you simply do not want to buy another appliance just to make a cup of coffee. Whatever the reason, there are several things you can … Read more

How to Make Coffee Without a Coffee Maker

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You wake up, reach for the coffee maker, and then remember: there is no coffee maker. Maybe it stopped working. Maybe you are staying somewhere without one. Or maybe you simply have coffee grounds, water, and a strong desire for a cup of coffee. The good news is that you do not need a traditional … Read more

When Can Kittens Leave Their Mom?

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There is something exciting about bringing a kitten home. The tiny paws, the little face, the curiosity—it is easy to look at a young kitten and think, “I want to take you home right now.” But when it comes to kittens, being ready for a new home is about more than being small enough to … Read more

When Do Kittens Start Eating Food?

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There is something funny about watching a tiny kitten discover a bowl of food for the first time. At first, the kitten may sniff it, step in it, lick its paw, and somehow manage to get food everywhere except where it belongs. But this messy little moment is actually an important stage of kitten development. … Read more

When Do Kittens Start Walking?

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Watching a newborn kitten grow is like watching a tiny creature discover its body one little step at a time. At first, a kitten can barely move. It spends most of its time sleeping, nursing, and staying close to its mother. Then, almost suddenly, those tiny legs start pushing against the floor. And that usually … Read more

When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?

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There is something incredibly sweet about watching a newborn kitten sleep. They are tiny, warm, and completely dependent on their mother. But then comes the question almost everyone asks when seeing one: when do kittens open their eyes? If you have ever seen a very young kitten, you may have noticed that its eyes are … Read more

Why Does My Cat Sleep on Me?

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You finally sit down after a long day, and your cat immediately appears. A few minutes later, there is a warm little body curled up on your lap, your legs, or right against your side. You may have a perfectly comfortable cat bed nearby. There may even be several of them. But apparently, none of … Read more