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The Christmas Tree Was Perfect Until the Tiny Ginger Guest Moved In

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Somewhere between the last strand of lights and the first cup of cocoa, a little ginger kitten decided the best spot in the house was a chunky red blanket. Now she is curled into a fluffy orange comma, eyes closed, tiny pink nose tucked near her paws. Behind her, the Christmas tree glows softly, its pinecones and wooden star catching the warm light.

Kittens sleep a lot, often sixteen hours a day or more, and they tend to pick spots that feel warm and enclosed. A thick knit blanket works well because it holds in body heat and gives them something soft to knead and burrow into. Winter makes cozy nests even more tempting, and a spot near a window or a tree gives them a little sunlight and a view of the room.

If you share your home with a young cat during the holidays, a few small habits help. Keep a comfortable bed or blanket in a quiet corner away from the busiest foot traffic, and check that loose yarn or fringe on a knit isn't being chewed, since stringy material can cause trouble if swallowed. Tree lights and cords are best kept out of reach too.

For now, though, the only thing on this kitten's schedule is a long nap. The tree can twinkle and the room can bustle. She has the best seat in the house and she knows it.

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