Lila is such a watcher. She watches and studies what the other cats do and how they behave. She also watches and studies me, but when it comes to behaviors I can tell which she has decided to copy next from one, or both, of the Destructo Duo.
Friday evening, I was sitting cross legged on the couch, watching the news. Neither Spot nor Rainey were in my lap or laying on a thigh (Rainey is weird sometimes and she will lay lengthwise from my hip to my knee, balancing on my thigh). Usually, with one of the two sisters in place, Lila will lay towards the other end of the coudh.
Well, Friday, she made up her mind to be brave and try something new. I could tell by the way she rose from her position so I grabbed my phone for pics.
She came up and stepped on one of my ankles, then backed off and came back to step on the other ankle. Then she took another couple of steps into my lap. She stood there for a few seconds, then became a bit nervous so she backed off. But, she stayed and laid against the crossing of my legs.
She still awes me at every breakthrough she makes in trust and confidence. Hopefully I don't shake either of those too much when I take her to the Vet on Monday for her first checkup and shots.
Monday will be crucial. For now, she looks comfortable with your ankles. Cute photos, thank you.
Posted by: Cop Car | May 04, 2025 at 06:56 AM