Most weekends I don't bother to shave, since I don't usually go much of any place where I have to deal with people. Samuel R. Kitten doesn't seem to think much of that habit, though.

I like to lie in bed and watch TV some evenings, and Samuel often joins me. He will frequently lie down on my chest with his face towards mine. When my mustache is looking a big grubby (as it usually does), he let's me know that it needs work by occasionally grabbing a few hairs between his teeth and pulling (ouch!). He has recently also started letting me know when I am need of a shave - he will give me a nip on the point of my chin (where I usually have the most whiskers appearing).

So now I have Amelia and Tabitha grooming my hair in the morning, and Samuel making sure my facial hair is properly controlled. I just don't think I could handle much more assistance with my personal grooming!

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August 19, 2003