Before the flood, the cat saved itself by climbing a tree. Now it has fallen over and is floating with her in the waters. Along with the waves come other animals in distress: "Come," says the cat, allowing everyone onto the saving log - the pig, the dog, the rooster and hen, and many more. Even the fox, whom many fear, is allowed "on board." As the water recedes, everyone finds a place where they can live. Mira Lobe's story cleverly and lovingly illustrates that it is natural to help those in need; that one should not only think of oneself, and that everyone needs a place where they can live.