Comic: Ike the Cat in WALL STREET CAT: Money Takes Naps

I’m envious of workplaces that allow employees to bring their dogs to work. There are days where I want my cat to help keep me sane while in Shiny Cubicle Hell. He’d have great view out the window, could sleep on the warm copier, and wander around collecting pats and scratches from co-workers, calming them down and giving them warm fuzzies. Unfortunately, I have to settle for a photo of him.

Not so for Ike The Cat, who hops the PATH train from Jersey City to his Wall Street job every day. Ike has his own office, where he quietly listens to worker’s problems, dispenses purrs and snuggles, plays with toys and takes many naps.

Sara Lindo has created a charming comic with much of the action occurring wordlessly. I admire how she captures the simple actions of Ike, such as his morning walk to the PATH train. Look at Ike strolling along, owning the morning:

He also makes friends everywhere, even on the train:

After his long day at work, Ike’s a little worried walking home after dark:

But he arrives home safely, gets out of his work clothes, and relaxes in front of the television, just like most office workers in the U.S.A.

This is a very strong minicomic. Sara knows how to script out a story well, which can be difficult with little dialogue. Can we have more Ike adventures?

Check out Sarah’s work at www.thelindo.com. She’ll also be tabling at Pete’s Mini Zine Fest at the end of May (as will I).