You would wind up as a cat, I told her. They don't need anyone else. I need you, she replied.Well, I said. Maybe I'll come back as catnip.
In "My Sister's Keeper" by Jodi Picoult, a poignant exchange occurs where one character suggests that if they were to be reincarnated, they would come back as a cat, a creature known for its independence. This implies a desire for self-sufficiency and the ability to thrive alone. The response highlights a deeper need for connection, as the other character expresses their desire for companionship over solitude.
The conversation wittily wraps up...