Canon Cat -- what's it really like?

[Eric F.]

The recent death of Mr. Raskin has me Google'ing around for information 
about his Canon Cat machine.

Even prior to his passing, I have always thought it a sweet looking machine.

Does anyone of this list own a Canon Cat? If so, do you use it for any sort 
of regular everyday work?  And what's your personal impression of the machine?

Is it even possible to use it in the context of today's work demands (i.e., 
for email)? Or is a proper network interface & appropriate software the 
limiting factor here?