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Grandma Said She'd Just Rest Her Eyes on the Swing. Marmalade Joined Her.

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The rope-hung porch swing has gone still, and so have its two passengers. Grandma Hazel has dozed off against a big beige cushion, her white hair tousled and her cheek tipped toward her shoulder. She wears her trusty olive quilted vest over a grey tee, one hand resting gently on the cat in her lap. Marmalade is curled into a perfect orange loaf, eyes shut tight, chin tucked onto his paws, the very picture of contentment. Behind them, the yard holds potted plants, garden clutter and a weathered fence in the soft afternoon light.

Cats are famous nappers, and they often seek out laps because people are warm, steady and familiar. A cat that falls asleep on you is showing a great deal of trust, since sleep is when animals feel most vulnerable. For older adults, a cat's gentle weight and slow breathing can be very soothing. A rhythmic purr is often associated with contentment, though cats sometimes purr when stressed or unwell too, so it is good to know your cat's normal habits. If a cat suddenly sleeps much more than usual or changes its routine, talk to your vet.

There is something wonderfully restful about an outdoor nap on a mild afternoon, with a breeze moving the swing and nowhere to be.

Neither of them will be moving anytime soon. The chores can wait until both nappers decide they have had enough.

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