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Topic: CAT (11/08/18)
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TITLE: Sheltered
By Annette Griffin
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“I don’t know. Whatever you want is fine. Hey—don’t change the subject. Close the fridge and come sit. What’s going on with you, lately? You haven’t been yourself.”
“Like you really care. You just don’t want to make the choice for dinner. You never decide anything. You’re Switerland.”
“Stop it. If I didn’t care I wouldn’t ask. And would you rather I be Russia?”
“No … Yes. Maybe? I have no idea what that means. I don’t know anything anymore. I think I’m losing it.”
“Losing what?”
“What do you suppose? Duh—my mind. Scoot over and give me the comfy spot on the sofa. I’ll share my yogurt with you since dinner negotiations have stalled.”
“Alright, you can sit here. But keep your snack. You know I’m not a fan of yogurt. It leaves a grimy film in my mouth. Now, why do you think your marbles are loose?”
“Funny. Let’s see. Hmmm—maybe because I’m stuck in this house all day? Or the fact you never talk to me? Not to mention, I clean up after you, constantly. Do you have any clue how messy you are? And on top of everything, you refuse to let me have any other companions.”
“That is not true! Where is all this coming from? Wait, I know. This is about the cat thing, isn’t it?”
“Yes. Yes it is. I think you’re totally selfish for saying we can’t have one.”
“Stop pouting. I never said we can’t have a cat. I simply said they are smelly, stuck-up, vile creatures and I have no idea why anyone would want one.”
“Fine!”
“Fine.”
“Great … now you made me spill my yogurt.”
“Huh? How? I haven’t moved an inch. Why do I get blamed for everything? Hold on, are you crying? Are you seriously crying over spilled yogurt? That's kind of cliché don’t you think?”
“Stop trying to make me laugh. Just leave me alone.”
“Look, maybe I was wrong about the cat. Don’t cry. If it means that much to you … go for it.”
“Really?”
“Yep. I’ll learn to deal with it. Besides, I’d hate to be the cause of you going bonkers.”
“Ha Ha. Come here, you. You know I adore you, right?”
“Yeah, I know. And I love it when you scratch my neck that way.”
“I know. That’s why I do it. You really are the best dog ever. Yes you are. Yes you are. Aww … you’re lapping the spilled yogurt even though you detest the stuff? Good boy.”
“Eh, it’s actually not that bad. Besides, I got a bonus. Stray cheetos between the cushions.”
“Nice appetizer. But it’s time for dinner. What’ll it be, canned or kibble?”
“Your choice. Your choice. Your choice.”
“Whoa. Settle down, hungry guy. Tell ya what, go get your leash. I know a great place to eat, down by the animal shelter. The same one I got you from last year.”
“A righteous man regards the life of his animal: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.” Proverbs 12:10
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Really enjoyed it.
It was nice putting every thing in separate paragraphs.