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The First Snow Was Falling, and Grandma Didn't Want Maple to Miss a Flake

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Snow is drifting down past the frosty window, and Grandma wants to make sure Maple sees every flake. She holds the calico up against her shoulder, cheek close to soft fur, smiling with a mix of tenderness and quiet wonder. Maple stretches toward the glass, paws braced on Grandma's arm, golden eyes fixed on the white yard and bare trees outside. A warm lamp glows in the corner, a basket of yarn and a mug sit on the table, and a jumble of glasses and folded sweaters on the windowsill makes the room feel lived in and loved.

Window watching is a favorite pastime for many indoor cats, especially in winter when outdoor adventures are on hold. Birds, falling snow and passing neighbors all provide entertainment. A sturdy window perch or a cleared sill lets a cat enjoy the view on their own schedule. Cold weather can also bring a few hazards: drafty windows may make older cats chilly, so a soft blanket nearby is welcome, and antifreeze and de-icing salts outside are dangerous if cats lick them from their paws. Keep indoor cats inside during freezing weather, and if your cat seems less active or stiff in winter, check in with your vet.

Holding a cat this way is best done gently and only as long as they are comfortable, with support under the back legs.

Outside it is cold and gray. Inside, wrapped in a cardigan with Maple, it could not be warmer.

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