Snugglefest

It is hard to imagine what life would be like without Sparky and Miso. These wonderful cats not only keep me company but they teach me so much and have helped me become a better person in the following ways:

• I'm less self absorbed because they are an enjoyable way to connect with the world outside of myself and my problems.  
• They remind me to ask for help by example when meowing for food or attention.
• Also by example, they remind me to wash myself so I'm clean and neat when I interact with other people. 
• They forgive and forget quickly after fighting and hissing with each other. I still need to work on that one...
• They walk around confidently and don't judge me. This helps me with my own confidence and projecting acceptance onto others, as well. I get practice at feeling loved and accepted.
• They remind me when its time to play. This keeps me from getting too melancholy and reminds me that it is important to have fun, too. 
• They can have a good time batting around a wadded up piece of paper. They remind me that the simple pleasures are sometimes the most gratifying.  
• When purring, cats remind me that it is important to relax once in awhile.
• When they sprint after birds in my backyard, Sparky and Miso remind me that I must exercise and focus on my goals like they do. Just do it :)
• Sometimes Sparky will run up a tree and have trouble getting down. I get practice being his hero as he trusts me to bring him to the ground. He shows me that there is always someone who will help out in a pickle for those who trust and believe. 
• They know that one doesn't have to be especially smart or elaborate to make their way in the world. 

 I am so grateful to have these two little angels on my side. They are very much a comfort when things don't necessarily go my way :)
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