Christian has a special relationship with our cat, Ollie. In some way, they must match energetically. Both male, sensitive to their surroundings, quick-witted, and lithe. Perhaps it is a similarity in age. Appreciative of a hug every once in a while. Mostly, let them be to their own life adventures.
Yesterday was the first day since Christian left for school that Ollie and our Springer Spaniel, Roxy, played a game we call, "Ninja Cat". It is rough and tumble, with Ollie jumping off of any available surface, twisting, turning, using the dog as a springboard. Imagine The Matrix meeting the feline/canine world head-on. So funny to watch these two unlikely friends play so joyfully.
It will be interesting when Christian comes home for Christmas. Everytime we Skype, we have him call to the pets (Have you ever realized that "pets" and "pest" have the same letters in them?). Roxy perks up her ears and looks around, a bit confused. Ollie, true to his cat-ness, turns his head in seeming disinterest and disdain. I think he is listening and just plain mad at his buddy for leaving.
Relationships- moving, flowing, bouncing, rebounding, playful. How very similar to Ninja Cat.
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