Confession: I am not too keen on housework, although I do like to make sure the wet areas (bathrooms and kitchen) are clean and toadstool-free.

I was gazing absentmindedly at the shower cubicle after my shower this morning and noticed how remarkably clean and mould-free it is. I know that it's been at least a month (aaak) since Dave or I cleaned it and was contemplating possible reasons for our miraculous self-cleaning shower cubicle.

Before I had much of a chance to formulate any mystical shower-cleaning paradigms, Ted yowled at me and *pushed* me out of the way to get into the shower for a drink. You see, Ted has become completely obsessed with the shower and absolutely has to get in there after every shower and get a drink. She also likes to sit in there after our showers - I think the warm water makes the cubicle base nice and warm and comfy for her furry bum.

Bemused, I watched Ted take her drink and as she drank the reason for the clean shower cubicle became apparent. Ted does housework! She licks up every bit of shower-water she can reach and then uses her furry belly (with "udder") to sop up every bit she missed. In effect, the cubicle gets a scrubbing and dried after every shower!

Funny cat. Made me laugh; which is a great way to start the day!

Copyright © Tish Silberbauer
September 1, 2000