My "pet" friends...

"Animals are such agreeable friends-- they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms." - George Eliot

I've been meaning to write something about my new-found "friends". I always keep putting it off. I spent too much time thinking about what to write rather than go ahead and simply write.

If someone asked me three years ago, if I like animals, especially cats and dogs, my answer would be no. Not that I have something personal against them, I just didn't like them then.

"An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language." - Martin Buber

Now, things have change. I never thought that I can carry on a one-sided conversation with a furry, four-legged creature. And what amazes me is that I enjoy it. I mean, I'm more inclined to hang out with them. Perhaps, because they don't expect anything from me, except, to pet and play with them or give them treats. And most of all, they don't talk behind my back.

I don't have issues with self-esteem but it sure does feels good to come across Moxie, eager and excited to see me, especially after I'm away for a day or two. It means she's happy to see me again. Or when Nakita sat, with a pillow on my lap, comfy and content. It makes me think she likes me and I pose no threat to her.

"The difference between friends and pets is that friends we allow into our company, pets we allow into our solitude." - Robert Brault

I find that dogs and cats are smart. Well, at least the ones, I hang out with every day. I think it's neat the way Nakita waits for me patiently, outside my bedroom, on some mornings. As if to say, "C'mon, hurry up and feed me already." Of course, she only makes the "meow" sound. Or the way Moxie tries to tell me, when she needs to go outside or when her bowl is empty and needs a refill. Or the way she gives me the "look" when she wants a treat.

For now, I'm having a nice time with them ( Moxie and Nakita, I mean. ) And I think, they seem to enjoy my company too. I spoil them, I've been told. But then, we're "friends" so....