Brewing With Love And Nose Rubs: Cat Cuddle Tea....
When I was younger I pestered my parents on a daily basis for a pet. At that time it didn’t matter to me what kind of pet, I just wanted an animal companion to cuddle up to and share my secrets with. Then one summer day when I came back from a solo visit to see my grandparents, I was greeted at the door by my mom, who told me there was a special surprise waiting for me. I will never forget the first time I saw Cinders. She was a tiny ball of gray and white fluff and to be honest I was terrified of her! She was so tiny that I was frightened I would hurt her if I went near her. I soon got over my worry and would often scoop her up for a cuddle. She was a remarkable cat who gave our family lots of love, joy and laughter for over 22 years.
As a teenager I did my share of babysitting but I was actually more popular as a cat sitter. I would look after people’s cats while they went on holiday and would shower them with as much love and affection as I could – so they didn’t miss their families too much while they were away. It was the best job I ever had! I looked after cats in Canada and the UK and made many wonderful friends (human and feline) along the way.
Now I do love all animals BUT there is something completely wonderful about cats. They hold a very special place in my heart and I know the world would be a miserable (and far less interesting place) without them. I am purrfectly happy in admitting that I am a total slave to my cat Nutmeg!
When I say I would do anything for her– I mean it! When she squawks I come running. Of course this has now resulted in me bringing her large glasses of water throughout the day (and night! – can we say ‘sleep deprivation’ everyone). In fact all she has to do is look at me in a certain way and I drop everything. Nutmeg does love a good cuddle and she often calls me over to have a wee snuggle and a mad cleaning session (I don’t do any cleaning – I am just expected to watch and admire).
Working from home means my day is wonderfully broken up with bouts of cat cuddling. This has created something which I call ‘Cat Cuddle Tea’.
Luna Raye’s Recipe For Cat Cuddle Tea.
Ingredients
1 tea bag (I love Clipper Organic Everyday Tea)
Water, just off the boil.
Milk and Sugar (or Honey) if desired.
Directions
Boil some water (being mindful not to overfill your kettle).
Add tea bag to your favourite mug.(My favourite is my Star Trek mug)
Fill the mug with the boiled water and gently poke at tea bag with a tea spoon.
While the tea continues to steep go and cuddle your cat.
Give ample nose rubs, chin scritches and haunch pats.
If your feline friend asks for a drink, pour them some water and bring it to them in a crystal glass. Make sure to hold the glass steady.
After they have had their water, bury your face in their fur and make smooch-y noises and praise them.
More nose rubs may be needed at this point.
Ignore cramp in your left side because you aren’t sitting correctly on the sofa (most likely because kitty is stretched out).
When 30 minutes has passed gently remove yourself from the sofa to check on your tea.
It should now be cold and unpleasant to drink.
Place unused milk back in the fridge and unused sugar or honey back on the shelf.
Get back to the sofa immediately to resume cat cuddles.
Enjoy!
Luna’s Cat Cuddle Tea Tips:
• As long as you haven’t added milk or sugar you can reserve the cold tea to give your house plants a nice boost. My great grandmother always used the cold tea left over in her tea pot for her African Violets – and they were always stunning and in full bloom.
• Place tea bags in a small dish and put in the fridge. They are wonderfully refreshing to use on tired, puffy eyes.
Some of Luna’s Favourite Cat Websites:
Come on and give me a cuddle - you know you want to!
Luna Raye's Cat Cuddle Tea
Nutmeg Unamused At Dragon's Inability To Give Nose Rubs