We have a new family member. For once, I did NOT bring this one home, but one of my daughters rescued a kitten from downtown and while he is adorable, tiny and healthy–he has also introduced a new wave of chaos to our already unpredictable family–and since Mom works from home, guess who’s having to adjust to the wild little thing the most?
Alright, maybe not the “most”–we have two well-established cats who aren’t exactly thrilled to have the little fur ball pouncing on their tales or nudging in next to them in the litter box. But, while my daughter promised, promised, promised that she would take the lead on caring for this kitten–and she really is doing a good job of being responsible–I am still the one trying to get my work done with a kitten scaling up my pants leg and pouncing on my typing fingers.
We have plenty of snuggle interruptions–not to mention snacks and rounding up the toys that have gotten shoved under the bookcase or behind the couch–so my productivity is definitely being affected. Not to mention there are the “emergencies” like when he got his head stuck down in the toe of someone’s shoes. I am reminded of all those years ago and trying to work from home with young children under foot–I remember deciding it would be much more relaxing just to go into an office to work!
Of course they don’t stay kittens (or babies) for long and I know it will only be a matter of a few months before he ceases to attack stockinged feet and typing hands, but I’m feeling a great deal of compassion for all of those home business owners out there who also have little ones (puppies, kids, kittens, etc.) to contend with while trying to build a business and keep the income rolling in!
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