My Universe is all Right Again

Mom cleaned our home today after two weeks of family. She did not think, nor did I, that it was worth worrying about till she enjoyed the visit and it was over. But today, as they are back in their homes, she decided to clean up. Her wooden kitchen floor is gleaming..the counter tops gleam too..the carpet is groomed throughout the house and me..all important me..I have been walking about..smiling and purring a little song all day long. Well, when I'm not napping that is. It is good to be able to patrol my home and world without worrying about closed doors. Her family always closes doors. What's a cat to do but howl to have them opened again? But last night, I wandered in and out of her room at will through the welcoming open door. Life is good.

I've been going to all of my sleeping places all day long. Her bed was the first napping place I had my nap on... with the freshly laundered sheets, sunned pillows with fresh air smell throughout them, and the thick bedspread on her bed---those can't be beat. My own little bed behind the TV was next. My condo both inside it and on it. My perch at the window so I can see out and fall asleep looking at my outdoor kingdom; the spare bed which was also freshly made and sparkling. I know she did all of these things for me so I wanted to show my appreciation by using all of them.

Mom loves me but she let her children do what they wanted with those doors and never said a word even though I showed her what *I* thought by staying under the bed. I think she loves them more.

BUT all is well now. And all is right with my world. Mama will let me sleep snugged up against her because tonight, I will want to snuggle. I've been hard hearted lately.

See you soon. Mom is calling me and saying I am on here too long.