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Grandma Edie Got Two Columns Into the Morning Paper. Miso Had Other Plans.

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Grandma Edie had settled in for a quiet read of the morning paper. She got about two columns in. Now Miso is stretched across her lap in a long cream-and-chocolate loaf, chin resting squarely on the newsprint, eyes shut tight and one dark paw tucked under her chest. Edie, in a sage quilted vest and a cream sweater, gazes down at her with a look that says she knew this would happen. The pages are pinned in place under a sleeping cat. Around them the living room is soft and warm, with a knit throw on the armchair, a patterned mug on the side table, framed photos on the shelf, and houseplants catching the window light.

Cats love to lie on newspapers, books, laptops, and anything else their person is focused on. A few explanations are commonly offered: these items are often warm from hands or electronics, paper can feel pleasantly textured, and sitting on what you are looking at is a very effective way for a cat to get attention. Siamese cats, known for being social and people-oriented, are especially likely to insert themselves into whatever is happening. If you want to finish your reading, a cozy cat bed or blanket placed right beside your chair can sometimes offer a tempting alternative.

Edie may never find out how that article ends, and she does not seem to care. The news can wait. A sleeping cat on a quiet morning is the best headline of the day.

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