CHEERIO TO MENLO

POST # 363

When Cody isn't leaping into the pool to chase his toy, he spends some of his time teaching the house sitter a lesson or two.  Last night, and in spite of all of the other times he thought that I had understood this one lesson, he was forced yet again, to repeat his instruction.  I had only turned my back for a second, after having prepared a little snack for myself, and just like that, Cody was on top of it in a flash.  Somehow, I managed to save part of it, but the rest of the snack was now making its way from Cody's mouth, and into his stomach.

So I suppose he actually taught me two lessons in one.  Don't leave any food unattended, and don't get distracted.  The part about being distracted was the most valuable lesson.  Thanks Cody, for once again helping me to re-learn something that I should already know.

From sun up to sun down and beyond, Cody has been my shadow, during my short stay, here in Menlo Park.  I am not prone to suffering from loneliness, but if I were, it wouldn't be possible with him around, so I am grateful for his companionship.

Of course, as mentioned last week, he is only one part of the menagerie.  Harley and Milo, the furballs, are almost underfoot as much as Cody, not that I am complaining.  They are both lovable creatures, and I try to share my time with them as much as I do with Cody.  Harley is my lap furball, and if he happens to see me settling in for an afternoon nap on the couch, he wanders over, and settles right down on top of me.  Milo on the other hand is much more adventurous, and a bit more of a character.  He is the only one who is allowed to go outside, however I have noticed that as each day passes since my arrival, he seems to want to be inside more than outside.  I think he likes the house sitter.

Here they are, all together, pondering what's next.  Cody is the "meat" in the furball sandwich.  Milo is in the foreground.

They all seem to enjoy each other's company, as can be seen in the following two photos.

The owners arrive home tomorrow evening, and I will be heading out on Sunday.  I've certainly enjoyed my time here.  It has been very relaxing, and peaceful.  

maximizing my moments,

Paul

The Thoughtful Wanderer