Caged Lion

This morning I feel trapped, like a caged lion. It is not fair for the king of the jungle to be treated in such a fashion. This morning it is my desire to go outside, but Mandy says there are puddles in the back yard that are preventing me from enjoying my outdoor kingdom. Mandy says I track in enough dirt that I do not need to bring in muddy paws. I told Mandy I would wake up Stella if she did not let me out, and do you know what she did? She picked me up and snuggled me, but would not let me out. I could handle being trapped inside if I could play with CT, but Sam tore him apart and put him away yesterday. Now my bed is back in its dark lonely corner, and Christmas is over.

Not only is Christmas over, but tax season is in full swing. Sam has started working long hours already. He does not work as late as he has in the past, but he sure rolls out of bed early. I enjoy the early morning hours. Elway and I can play in the house and run up and down the stairs in the dark. It adds an element of suspense to play tag in the dark. It is much more challenging and exciting! Plus we do not wake up Mandy when we play outside of the bedroom.

Well, I am going to see if Mandy will let me out yet. Yesterday Sam told her not to let me out because of the water. Mandy told me if I could wait until lunch time she would let me out, and then she left the door open! I enjoyed my time out side and am hoping for another promise if I consistently play with the door. Mandy is much easier to break down, and since Sam is busy working I am sure I will eventually get my way.
Peyton