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Grandma Sat on the Porch Swing for a Quick Break. That Was an Hour Ago.

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The porch swing has stopped swaying, and so has everyone on it. Ruth has nodded off against the cushions with her eyes closed and her mouth set in a peaceful line, her green quilted vest zipped over a plaid flannel shirt. Pebble is draped across her chest and shoulder, his grey fur fluffed up, his eyes shut, and one paw tucked against her collar as if to make sure she doesn't go anywhere. A faded patchwork quilt drapes over their legs. Around the porch, muddy boots, potted plants, a pair of garden gloves, and a basket wait for the day's chores to resume.

A cat choosing to sleep on you is one of the clearest signs of trust they can give. Cats are drawn to warmth, and a person's chest offers both heat and the steady rhythm of a heartbeat and breathing, which can be soothing. Sharing a nap can be calming for people too. For older adults, though, it helps to keep a few safety habits in mind: make sure pets aren't underfoot when you stand up after a nap, keep a clear path, and consider a nightlight indoors. Pets are wonderful company, but trips over a sleepy cat are a common household accident.

Nobody here is in a rush to wake up. The chores can wait a little longer while Ruth and Pebble catch the best nap of the week.

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