Gratitude Day 4 - The Cat

I am grateful that Past Roses decided to get a cat. She was a smart cookie to recognize that she was not doing well spending so much time alone.

(Yes, there is The Husband, but our schedules keep us apart for most of our waking hours.)

Sharing space with a new, young cat has its challenges, and there are times it is not fun to have a cat.

It had been a hard decision to make. I sometimes mourn the loss of things and activities I gave up in exchange for having this cat.

But it has been healthy having another soul to care for and to care about.

I am glad he is part of our family. The boys love playing with him when they visit, and he thoroughly enjoys having them as occasional playmates.

First thing every morning, I get cuddles. It is a quiet moment for me to reflect on everything I should be grateful for.

And I almost always get nightime cuddles, too. Those are the best.