Although she still comes to Brookland, DC periodically for a visit, Koko spends most of her time now at her Philadephia residence with CCL. The Philly townhouse does not provide much in terms of yard space but it does have a spacious basement where Koko seems quite content. After more cement was added, Koko put her own decorating touches on the floor of the basement in CCL’s house. HGTV take note!
We all need friends and as we grow older we need them even more. How do you choose friends? The best friends are gentle editors. They may lead by example and help you develop a draft. They offer a suggestion and help you determine whether to put a comma or a period in a situation. Envy is not in their vocabulary. When your life narrative is off course, they help you get back on track. Still, we must take ultimate responsibility for our life decisions.
It takes time for some of us to become editor-in-chief of our own lives. We are often thwarted when toxic grammar or false facts interrupt our flow. It helps to remember our friends are there to guide us with God as publisher.
Koko at Work
I admit it. I am a perfectionist. I like things that have order and purpose. That’s the thing about sharing custody of cats. They are clean and persnickety but they need care and your furniture is subject to their moods. Cats rule. This week Koko comes to stay with me for an extended time period. As I am a big fan of HGTV, particularly “Fixer Upper,” I’ve begun the work needed to make her as comfortable as possible. Her jumping chair is strategically placed for her to jump to the top of my dining room hutch and of course, custom blinds have been installed in the porch window of my house for her viewing pleasure.
I am a perfectionist but I’m learning.
For many 2016 was a tough year. For some including me it was a time to let go of some situations and people who were not conducive to personal or professional growth. We’re here now -2017 has arrived. The New Year brings us promise and hope for positive change. As I move in a new direction with a new year in bloom, despite challenges, there is a is a lot to be grateful for and I am happy that I am present. I learned to enjoy life without the need for prestige. I have a wonderful group of friends I enjoy. I live in a wonderful neighborhood, Brookland, DC. It has taken me years to get to a place where I choose peace and I am still not an expert. It helps that Koko is one of my “life coaches.” Though she likes attention, for Koko it’s often a matter of finding the right box for a nap.
Koko takes a nap
Buzzfeed has named the 30 most important cats in the world for 2016. You can find it at https://www.buzzfeed.com/expresident/most-important-cats-of-2016
Koko and Jean Claude did not make the list and have filed a protest with the editors.
Cats & All That ™ 
