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Sometimes I think cats really know how to live life. They sleep the majority of the days away, most are satisfied with one variety of dry, crunchy food; one of my cats drools his appreciation when his chin is scratched. Another of mine enjoys a few laps of cold milk in the mornings. Oh, to find delight in the simple things. Sprawled out, belly up in the sunshine. Security in sameness. Dining only when hungry; never having to worry about what you wear or how you look. Bird-watching is live entertainment. I’d shy away from the hygiene and bathroom business, however. But otherwise, what a life! And then there are the wee ones who share their furry four-legged friends’ affinity for a natural curiosity; delight in a fresh snow fall or polka dots. I believe that recognizing the simple pleasures in our own lives will help keep us young at heart and lead to a greater tolerance for the unavoidable hard knocks.
What is your favorite simple thing?