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Earl Lay Down on the Lawn for a Five-Minute Break. Someone Made It Last All Afternoon.

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The garden gloves have been tossed aside, the blue watering can has tipped over, and a pile of rags lies forgotten near the flowerpots. Somewhere in the middle of yard work, Earl lay down on the soft grass for a quick rest and never got back up. He is sound asleep on his side, head pillowed on his arm, his denim shirt and suspenders rumpled. Pearl has joined him in the most adorable way possible, curling up right against his face with her chin resting on his arm, eyes closed and fluffy body tucked into a perfect white crescent. Sunlight dapples the lawn around them.

Cats seek out sunny spots for good reason. They are comfortable at warmer temperatures than people are, and a patch of sunlight on the grass is like a free heating pad. Lying in the sun can feel wonderful for humans too, but it is easy to doze off longer than planned. For pets, outdoor naps are safest in a yard free from lawn chemicals, sharp tools, and traffic. Light-colored cats like Pearl can be more prone to sunburn on their ears and nose, so shady breaks and limited midday sun are a good idea. Fresh water nearby is always welcome on warm days.

The weeds will still be there after the nap, and the watering can is not going anywhere. For this moment, the most important job in the yard is resting, and these two are doing it beautifully.

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