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    • Jan 9, 2011

    by Layla

    Shelf Life

    So, my humans tell me the room I’ve been hangin’ out in lately is going to become a “kids room” in the near future.

    I’m not sure how I feel about that idea yet.

    A) Kids are wild & crazy. I prefer quiet & calm. Wild and crazy makes me nervous…

    And B) Converting my hangout into a kids room probably means the shelf/coat rack I’ve been calling a bed lately will no longer live on the floor…

    I’m really gonna miss my pokey pegs…

    Except for that one in the back…

    That one makes me nervous too.

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    82 Responses to Shelf Life

    1. Estela @ Weekly Bite says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:06 pm

      Awe…. that’s too cute! Our dog had a “transition” period when our daughter arrived :)

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    2. Kendra {house of Ficek} says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:09 pm

      It’s funny how they act like they’ve been replaced! Our cat still acts offended by our son a year and a half later, but secretly I think she likes the “play thing” around.

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    3. Chris says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:10 pm

      I love hearing from Bean! He’s the shy one in the LC family, so it’s nice to see what’s going on! Poor Bean. :)

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    4. Shirley L says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:11 pm

      Thanks for making me laugh out loud! :)

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    5. Londen@ Sixty-Fifth Avenue says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:12 pm

      Too funny, I almost spit out my drink!! I’m so happy for you guys!

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    6. Chelsy@sweetpeasandkisses says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:13 pm

      Ha! Your a funny cat Bean :) Kids will also pet you and feed you and give you tons of attention so try to keep that in mind. And they will make your humans super happy, you want that don’t you?!

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    7. Lucy says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:17 pm

      Hilarious…..perfection! :)

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    8. Mary Lemon says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:17 pm

      Layla, I didn’t even realize you had that adorable kitty. That’s hilarious . . . cats sleep in the craziest places. I have 3 silly kitties and they make me laugh all the time!

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    9. Jaimie@AtHome says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:20 pm

      Haha! Oh Bean! That peg would make me nervous too! What a cute cat!

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    10. Shaunna says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:26 pm

      oh my gosh, this is hilarious. Love it, really, can’t stop laughing. :) -shaunna

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    11. BRandi Jackson says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:26 pm

      ha ha…pokey pegs! I’m glad that I am not the only one with crazy cats! Party on Bean!

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    12. Beth says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:26 pm

      LOL! What a cutie! It will be a huge adjustment for all I’m sure, Bean!

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    13. Brandy says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:39 pm

      Our cat loves our kids!

      I love Bean posts too :)

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    14. Jennifer Rizzo says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:53 pm

      I laughed out loud when I saw those posts sticking into him. Everything will be okay, obviously Bean has a pretty tough skin. :)

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    15. Amber says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 7:58 pm

      That is so funny, I can’t believe kitty sleeps on those pokey sticks. Cats do the darndest things! Hope the adoption process is going well and can’t wait to hear more. We’re rootin’ for ya.

      Mike & Amber

      *Read about our Texas Tales at bellsandkilts.blogspot.com*

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    16. Bev says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:02 pm

      So sweet. Bean looks like a cat we had that died a few years ago :-(

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    17. Sarah P says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:03 pm

      is this a hint?

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    18. carol says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:03 pm

      Bless his little kitty heart! My son’s pug was quite jealous when my grandson was born, but he has found that the kid sneaks him treats so all is well now! I love cats and feel, at least at my house, that they are the heart of our home.

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    19. Karena says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:07 pm

      Adorable!!! I love my Miss Belle!

      Layla, come and enter my new giveaway!!

      xoxo
      Karena
      Art by Karena

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    20. Sarah Teske says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:08 pm

      You two crack me up!

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    21. Simple Daisy says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:23 pm

      Too cute:):)
      It’s funny how animals just instinctively know when things are about to change:):):)

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    22. Loribeth says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:29 pm

      Oh, Bean! I can see why that one would make you nervous! I understand your anxiety about kids too, but you did make me chuckle today.

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    23. Melissa S. says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:37 pm

      Aww! I’m with you Bean…but I’m sure your humans know what they are doing. Who knows, the kid might share the room with you. I would!

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    24. Melissa says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:39 pm

      I’m an interior designer from Melbourne, Australia – I loved your blog, I found it very inspiring. This is all new to me but I have just set up my own blog
      scrapbook-melissah.blogspot.com
      You may like to check it out because I had so much fun doing it. It’s got a bit of everything fashion, interiors, food, travel spots – hopefully you will find something in there that you like.
      Thanks for providing me with such great entertainment!
      Cheers
      Melissah

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    25. kim says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:44 pm

      omg, now that made me laugh!! :)
      its good to hear from “everyone” at the lettered cottage!!!

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    26. Beth says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 8:58 pm

      The pokey peg part just kills me! I am keeling over cracking up. We have a cat too and he picks some crazy places to sleep too. Way funny!

      Love your blog!

      Beth

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    27. dianne says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 9:03 pm

      cat love :)

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    28. Gretchen says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 9:12 pm

      Aww! This was such a cute post!

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    29. jenn says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 9:29 pm

      I hope this means there isn’t much of a wait left for you guys. I know how incredibly anxious that wait can be. I cannot wait to see what you do with the kiddo’s room.

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    30. kelly says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 9:42 pm

      so funny! did i miss a post about a baby?
      our kids have been older since we have had our dog and we will be having a grandbaby in sept. i do not think he is going to be in love with the new addition. jealousy and little hands are tough!:)

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    31. Christine Aldinger says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 10:21 pm

      i didn’t know u had such a beautiful cat and what a cute name Bean…..my cat cookie is now laying here at the keyboard i have to type around his tail as it sweeps the dust off haha gotta love em i know i do!

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    32. Grace says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 10:33 pm

      Buy some organic (no chemicals) catnip and you won’t have ANY problems!! Or even better….take some of the stuffing out of your kitties toys and restuff with catnip…yum!!!

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    33. Beth says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 10:36 pm

      Of all the cushy, smooshy things I am sure you have around the house….Bean picks a pokey shelf! That’s a cat for ya.
      P.S. Great shelf btw!

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    34. angela | the painted house says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 11:07 pm

      Layla, seriously, huge smile on my face for the cat post!!!!!! Cats sit in the funniest places.

      Oh, Bean, your world is about to be rocked! And my previous cat who now lives with my mother because of my three young’ns will tell you, “YOU’LL HATE THE CHANGE!”

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    35. Sarah says:
      Jan 9, 2011 at 11:46 pm

      Congratulations Bean!
      God’s blessings,
      Sarah :)

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    36. Jenn says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 12:30 am

      That can’t be comfortable!!! It’s been a long day and that post totally made me laugh! Your cat is gorgeous and if he is anything like our cats he will not be impressed! Thanks for the laugh! :)

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    37. Rachel@*FrenchFarmhouse425* says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 12:44 am

      aww such a cutie pie! My cat Claire loves our laundry hamper full of “clean”clothes!;) Rachel

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    38. Missy says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 5:09 am

      Funny one Lay! :) Poor Bean…he’s gonna feel left out for a while, but he’ll come around. Who knows, he might even let your little one pet him before it’s over with! lol

      Love ya girl
      Missy

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    39. Missy says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 5:10 am

      PS…unless of course, your little one is carrying a grocery bag….we all know how Bean feels about those! lol

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    40. Lorri says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 6:18 am

      Isn’t it crazy? My cat finds the strangest places to sleep…..and uncomfortable! Too cute!

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    41. Elizabeth says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 7:26 am

      hahaha too funny!

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    42. Fairfield House says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 7:41 am

      Bean is so sweet. I’m sure he will adjust. That or find a better hiding place! Thanks for the smile this morning.

      Your Friend,
      Deborah

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    43. Katie99 says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 7:59 am

      Too funny! I love to imagine what my pets are thinking, too.

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    44. carolinaheartstrings says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 8:44 am

      Bean is a beautiful cat. I bet Bean will quickly find a new favorite spot.

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    45. Cindy Chapman says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 9:04 am

      You’ll be fine Bean. There will be all kinds of interesting things coming into the house. (Crib/bed, swing, bouncy seat/tricycle, etc-not sure of the new siblings age) Of course, none of them have anything to do with your new sister or brother! They are all for you to try out in order to find a comfy new spot to nap in.

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    46. Becky GOoden says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 9:24 am

      Oh Bean! Your cousins in SC sit in odd places as well….but you all seem so comfie..we have a tough time disturbing you.
      You’ll end up loving the baby…have no fear!

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    47. Ricki Jill Treleaven says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 9:29 am

      Aw…poor Bean! Bean needs a special bed. Target has cute ones!!!

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    48. AmyG says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 9:39 am

      Awww…. or Ouch : ) Makes me miss my Molly Girl who looked just like Bean. Cats are so sweet.

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    49. Melanie Jade says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 9:53 am

      This post is so sweet. Thank you :)

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    50. Champagne Maker says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 9:54 am

      hahaha I giggled out loud…so cute. thanks for that on this snowy morning!!

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    51. Pattie says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 10:08 am

      Layla, your kitty so so cute, My diesel does weirdest things too, Go back are you telling us that your going to have a baby??? I wish you guys many happy blessings, This would make your family the cutest in the world.

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    52. Joanne says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 10:17 am

      Hey Layla! Thanks so much for the laugh, I love animal posts, they are so much a part of our lives and we don’t always have the opportunity to included them in our updates.

      Jo

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    53. Miss Mustard Seed says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 10:18 am

      Cute post. Yeah…I’m sorry to share that we had cats for 10 years and finally got rid of them last year. It was just too much to deal with once we had two toddlers in the home. They were always my babies and I even cried at the thought of what I would do if one of my boys was allergic to them. There came a point where they just weren’t important to me and I knew it was time for them to go to a new home.

      Your feelings towards your pets definitely change once you have a real baby in the house. It’ll be interesting to see how your pets fair.

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    54. Fiona's Mosaic says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 11:38 am

      Our kitties used to sleep in the bassinette before our first one arrived on the scene! So cute!

      Love the kitty’s perspective!

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    55. Shawnda says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 11:48 am

      So maybe Bean could keep his bed but change it up a bit? Cut the pegs off and install it peg-side-down below a window…possibly with a view of birds? That way, he gets to keep his shelf, minus the pegs and you don’t have to step over it in the new space? We have two kitties ourselves and while they love their window perch, I wish it weren’t so ugly. This one is much more attractive and it appears as though it has already been claimed. ;)

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    56. Caroline @ The Feminist Housewife says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 12:10 pm

      Cats are too funny! Ours keeps us laughing all of the time…

      and hooray for a kid’s room! = )

      (I absolutely cannot wait to see what you do with it.)

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    57. Jamie T. says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 12:19 pm

      Hilarious!

      I have to say that I can’t WAIT to see your kid’s room! I’m sure it will be breath-taking.
      Once again…I LOVE your blog!

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    58. Kristy says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 1:14 pm

      You made me laugh so loud-and you inspired me to post about a furry child’s life with a 2 year old. Keep sharing!

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    59. Katie Lewis says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 2:25 pm

      Your cat looks IDENTICAL to our cat! My two year old kept saying “That’s my choffie” as I was reading the post! :) I’m sure your kitty cat will love your baby as much as ours does!

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    61. Amanda says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 3:23 pm

      Aww so sweet, my cats tend to sit, laze in the most unusual of places. Looking forward to the transformation of Beans hahgout ;)

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    62. Deb-IL says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 3:26 pm

      That’s one of the cutest things you’ve posted – thanks for the Monday smile!

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    63. Wendy @ The Shabby Nest says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 3:56 pm

      This makes me smile. Silly cat. ;-)

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    64. Mariefi O'Malley says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 4:06 pm

      Kids room, very cool!:) Bean will enjoy the new digs and company soon!:) congrats!!

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    65. Debbie says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 5:10 pm

      Great fun! Our cats like to camouflage themselves in the most dangerous places. Tony, solid black, loves chairs in the office – all black. Sybil, black, white and fluffy, prefers the top shelf in my closet. Bubba, grey striped, loved anything hand knitted. Hope this means the day is soon!

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    66. Lisa Shovlin says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 5:31 pm

      Dear Bean,
      I love your pictures and I’m sorry you sit on a pokey shelf! Silly cat. You have my curiosity up…. about the humans bringing a “kid” to the “kid’s room”. :) This is very exciting news! Can you ask your humans Kevin and Layla to tell us more? Don’t worry, kids are very nice!

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    68. Gina @ Temporary Nest says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 7:25 pm

      hahahaha awww what a cutie patootie!

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    69. Lemonade Makin Mama says:
      Jan 10, 2011 at 8:08 pm

      Bwahahahahahaha! LOve the last line. Best ending to a post EV-UH!!

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    70. Darlene says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 12:11 am

      WAR EAGLE!

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    71. Cynthia Hallum says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 9:05 am

      Aww the Kitty will love a new arrival, mine always did. Your pictures are so cute..

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    72. Eva says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 10:07 am

      oh Bean you just cracked me up ;)
      thanks for bringing in my first big smile of the day!
      Ciao ~ Eva

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    73. shelia says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 11:22 am

      Very cute. I am new to your blog. Where are you guys in the adoption process? I have two adopted sons, a one and a 2 year old, and I have to admit that our poor dogs have been kicked out of the saddle. Luckily the boys love them like crazy so they make up where we might leave off.

      Good luck on the adoption.

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    74. Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 12:24 pm

      Bean is absolutely adorable – looks just like my “Tigger”. He’ll love the new little one…

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    75. Sophie says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 1:39 pm

      Haha! Cats really do lay in the strangest of places!

      Bean is such a beautiful kitty! Looks a lot like one of my cats, Derek. (yeah, I called my cat Derek. Strange….)

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    76. Jen- says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 3:07 pm

      Oh my, that’s is beyond cuteness! BeanyBaby…I think it’s meant to be. Despite Bean’s reluctance. Hehe….Bean will be okay because the heart hasn’t any restrictions on the amount of love that can flow from it…and you two will flow ever more with an addition to your heart.

      Love is the one thing you can give and give and only get more of and never run out! :)

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    77. Karla @ {TheClassyWoman} says:
      Jan 11, 2011 at 3:33 pm

      Too funny! I’ve had several cats and they always like to hang out in the funniest places and the most uncomfortable looking too. One of mine was notorious for sitting on all my dad’s paperwork on his desk while he was using it and watched him as he used the computer. She wouldn’t move, he’d literally have to tug the papers from under her. LOL.

      I was away for a few weeks, I’m thinking I missed something-”kids?” and plural? Are there some babies on the way?

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    78. Katie says:
      Jan 12, 2011 at 11:57 am

      My husband and I have a 7 year old miniature schnauzer. We have made a big mistake. We call all his toys “baby.” We say “go get your baby.” We noticed our mistake when our friends and family started having kids and bringing them over to visit. Charlie (our schnauzer) hears the word “baby” and goes to grab the baby with his teeth! Oops!!

      http://www.marthahasminions.blogspot.com

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    79. Debbie says:
      Jan 12, 2011 at 12:27 pm

      LOL You are hilarious! (And I love Bean.)

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    80. Deb says:
      Jan 15, 2011 at 2:27 pm

      I just found your blog and love it! Just had to comment because my cats do same thing — they claim their spots and then we must work our lives around it! Our big boy Maine Coon sleeps on an old ratty red suitcase. He loves that suitcase. Of course that means an old ratty red suitcase is now a permanent part of our bedroom decor! But the cat is very happy and that’s verrrry important for the peace of our household.

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