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Otis Put on a Record and Sat Down. Clementine Had Been Waiting for That.

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The turntable is spinning in the corner, a stack of records waits on the side table, and Otis has settled into his chair with a contented little smile. His mustard cable-knit cardigan makes a soft nest, and Clementine has curled right into it, her white chest and paws tucked against him, one white toe dangling off his knee. Behind them are shelves crowded with magazines and books, a basket of yarn, and a sunny window with plants lined up on the sill. Everything in the room feels slow and unhurried, the way a good afternoon should.

Many cats enjoy a lap on a quiet day, and they often pick the warmest, steadiest spot in the room. A person who sits still for a long stretch is practically an invitation. Gentle music is generally fine for cats as long as it stays at a moderate volume, since their hearing is much more sensitive than ours. Loud bass or sudden crackles can be startling, so it is kind to keep the speakers away from where the cat sleeps and let her walk out of the room whenever she likes. A cat that purrs, kneads softly, and blinks slowly is usually telling you she feels safe. If she flattens her ears or leaves the lap quickly, it is best to turn things down and give her space.

For now, Clementine has no plans to move, and Otis has no plans to ask her. The record will finish, the needle will lift, and somebody will have to decide whether to flip it over without disturbing the passenger.

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