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A White Cat Disappeared Into a Red Blanket for a Nap

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Against the red wool, the white cat looks like a snowdrift. She is curled into a tight circle in the middle of a chunky knit blanket, with her face tucked against her tail and her eyes closed. A small Christmas tree with soft ornaments stands behind her, and a sunny window, a sofa with pillows and a cardboard box fill the corner of the room. The colors are warm and calm, and she is utterly still.

Cats sleep a lot, often twelve to sixteen hours a day, and they like soft, warm places. A thick blanket mimics a cozy den, and the red wool is a good place to knead and settle. If your cat has a favorite spot, a washable blanket makes upkeep easy. White cats can be sensitive to sunlight, so provide some shade, and ask your vet about hearing and skin care if your cat has pale skin or blue eyes. A quiet, comfortable bed gives any cat a good place to rest.

The blanket and the cat look like a perfect pair, and nothing seems to be disturbing her. It is the kind of nap that makes everyone in the room feel sleepy. If the tree could talk, it would probably whisper good night. Moments like this are the quiet heart of the season, and well worth pausing for.

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