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Grandma Edie Was Pinning Up Clean Sheets When Something Burst Through Them

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One moment the clothesline was a calm row of white sheets. The next, a Siamese cat came flying out from between them. Miso is caught mid-leap, front paws reaching, back legs tucked, blue eyes wide with mischief as she bursts through a gap in the laundry. Grandma Edie keeps right on working, clipping a sheet to the line with wooden clothespins, a little smile tugging at her mouth. She wears a navy quilted vest over a green plaid shirt, her white curls bright in the low sun. A blue laundry basket, a cloth bag of pins, garden gloves, a trowel, and a row of potted plants crowd the sunny corner by the house.

Flapping sheets are irresistible to many cats because they move unpredictably, just like prey. This kind of play is great exercise, and Siamese cats in particular are known for being active and playful well into adulthood. To keep the fun safe, check that clotheslines are taut and not hanging low enough to tangle a cat, and keep clothespins and small items out of reach, since some cats like to chew them. Indoors, a wand toy with fabric or feathers can give your cat that same thrill of chasing something that dances and flutters.

The sheets may need a second rinse, and Edie may need to rehang one or two. But Miso has turned an ordinary laundry day into a game, and that seems like a fair trade for a little extra work.

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