How Not To Get Into The Holiday Spirit
Good day, cat lover. It’s Mondays with Merlin and I’m Merlin your reluctant host today. It’s the holiday season and in the spirit of generosity some of us agree to do things we would rather not. We say yes when we want to say, NO! We do too much for too many and forget to take care of ourselves. There’s nothing generous or kind about that. Life isn’t about getting everything neatly tied into a bow. A bow can look pretty or it can strangle. The only reason I let Layla tie one on me was to illustrate the point. Trust me, it didn’t stay on long. I know how to say no loudly, and may I suggest you do the same this holiday season. More no, no, no equals more ho, ho, ho.
Love, Merlin
19 Comments
Mara
Our most shy and jumpy cat is black and white and adorably fluffy. I have repeatedly explained to him that a big red bow would be most complimentary to his good looks. Sadly, he continues to disagree with my fashion advice. His more agreeable orange brother will tolerate a bow briefly, but only until he can untie it with his teeth. There is no opportunity for photographic evidence. Merlin, you are a handsome and patient holiday participant!!
Kathy Thompson
Thank you Master Merlin for the very wise and timely advice! We began adhering to this philosophy several years ago and it has made for a much more enjoyable holiday season………besides we know that the Kittys are the only important ones to get presents for…winkwink….luvs to all Skeeter and Izzy >^..^<
Carolyn
We’re definitely in the no no no camp 🙂 Personally I’m all for Bah Humbug 😉 Merlin you look satisfyingly grumpy. Can I be in your gang – and Austin too of course?
Abby
Merlin
We think you look very regal and festive.
But we all understand your reason for wanting to just be furred!
and not ribboned!! Hehehehe
purrs
>^,,^<
♥Abby♥Boo♥Ping♥Jinx♥Grace♥
Linda Truderung
I agree about the bow issue. Those can be dangerous, if they catch on furniture. My little fur-baby tho, looks adorable in his holiday shirts and sweaters, and actually likes them, since they help him stay warm during the winter. He is an English short hair, with emphasis on the short hair… And with us living in Canada, he tends to get very cold at this time of year…
Ingrid King
Merlin is always the wise one. As for making him wear that bow…
Kathryn
aww, he looks purdy! We couldn’t get anything on our boys.
Katnip Lounge
We humor our Mommy too…we always get tons of cuddles, when she’s done giggling, that is. Mommy & Daddy started the “no no no” thing many years ago and it DOES work.
Fern Beauchamp Slack
Say NO NO NO! Keep it simple, and keep it happy!
Cheysuli
Oh Merlin–my condolences. If it helps–you look good…
Marg
Well Merlin, that is a mighty pretty bow but we hate wearing stuff. There are one or two of us that will do it willingly and so they get stuck doing all the modeling. The rest of us just say NO. Hope all of you have a great day.
Loki
Oh Martin, so true all the stuff we have to put up with! But I have to say that you look adorable!
Loki
Brian
Well you do look right fancy fur sure!
Fuzzy Tales
Very good point, Merlin. We’re sorry you had to endure that bow, but it certainly made your point. 🙂
Kitcaboodles
Very sage and good advice there… And Merlin who knew you were such a pinup? Gorgeous photo even if you weren’t too keen!!
angelina jolie
Oh yes, Merlin. We totally get it. Try living in a country where people celebrate so many festivals, officially…. Thank Cod my Mama’s not into this putting clothing items on kitties. We are meant to be..ehem…naked all the time. purrr…meow!
Milo and Alfie
Wise advice. xx
MoMo
You sure don’t look too happy there, despite the pretty pink sugar stripe bow!
Being part feral, I don’t tolerate anything on me.
boomermuse
MoMo, Merlin indulges me but only for five minutes.
@Milo & Alfie, thanks
@Angelina, we agree, naked is better.
@Kitcaboodles, aw, thanks!
@Fuzzy Tales, he’s a trooper
@Brian, 🙂
@Loki, thanks.