I had to go to San Jose today - and cats were throwing themselves at me to be petted. Including a pretty little tabby who turned away from a nice bit of beef jerky to wreathe herself around my bag. And as I was walking wearily home with bags of library books, the hairy grey cat, who I haven't seen in a while was throwing him/herself on the sidewalk asking for a tummy rub, and didn't once try to lacerate me. Hopefully he/she will find a warm bed tonight, it's forecast to freeze.
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