Sibling Rivalry

My dear readers, I am so sorry I have abandoned you for almost a month! I was preoccupied with a most unpleasant development... My dear human parents brought home another dog! And not just any dog! A PUPPY! And my younger brother! This vile little creature with no manners now has claim on my family’s time and resources, chases my tail and claims my toys and pillows! What a KERFUFFLE! I must admit to a state of emotional unrest - I am being swept into the sea of jealousy, self-pity, constant annoyance and social anxiety. Moreover, my parents fully expect that I will not only accept but also train this tiny feral creature! Of course, he is completely smitten with my awesomeness and does attempt to please me on occasion - but, oh, must we go through bringing up an enfante terrible! Why or why, Mother, why or why? Was I not enough? And could we not have adopted Harry? I mean he does have a house of his own and his parents would have minded, I am sure, but sacrifices must be made for my good! But no I must not be selfish - I must retreat and meditate on the transient nature of all-absorbing happiness ... Mother is trying to bribe me with extra sharp cheddar and cuddles and I succumb... The tiny ball of red fur is starting to follow my orders although his attention span is still that of an ant... Perhaps there is hope - in a galaxy far away...

With much affection and from a place of emotional turmoil and heartbreak,

yours unabashedly,

JT