Grumpy Grousings

I'm Oscar. I've taken over the keyboard to bring you some of my musings. 

You all know that I'm aging, as Tammy has told you. Well, just so you know, it's not all bad - this getting older thing. Sure, it's harder to jump up on things than it used to be, and sometimes getting down is also a little bit more complicated. But, the good news is, since I can't get onto the kitchen counter now, I don't get in trouble for THAT anymore!

I recommend that you try taking life a little less seriously. Tammy really likes it when I play like a kitten. (I guess it's funny for an old boy like me to chase after toys!) She shared that video of me with you last week. I'm not sure why she thought she needed to capture that. I was just proud of catching the toy, and didn't want to drop it. There are two other cats here who like to horn in on play time, you know! 

And I've also learned that sleeping belly up is the way to go. Let it all hang out! There's no reason not to - don't feel self-conscious. (Tammy, for some reason, seems to think that because I'm belly up, I want my belly rubbed. It wasn't true when I was 2 years old, and it's still not true at almost 15. Some things never change!) 

Oh, and one other thing - cats really like it when their humans decide to be home all the time! It's great to have Tammy at home all day with us, even though she works a lot, she pays attention to us too, and it's great! Remember to spend some time with your pets too, even if you can't stay at home a lot. We like the love and attention! 

(Hey, I didn't sound too grumpy, did I?!) 

--Oscar (with Tammy's typing help)

Comments

[Laurel]

Love hearing from Oscar! He's a handsome guy!

[Jean McBride]

Hi Oscar, This is Mija (Jean's aging cat). I loved reading your comments. I hear you!!!

I also like having Jean at home most of the day. Even when I'm sleeping I like the company.

And I agree that there are some definite upsides to being our wise old selves. Maybe we should team up and write a post now and then. I love to collaborate!

[Midge]

The old cats are the wise cats - Oscar, you are a mensch of a cat!!! I love your handsome face, furry self and your semi-grumpy ways.....I would sure love to pet you!! And I like how you and Mija like your people to keep you company and play with you! My Buddy likes that too, proving that not only dogs like company, but cats do, too, and are not always so independent!!!