I am packing away items for the big move, which is now just under a month away. One notices immediately a diminution of space. When one packs up, for instance, books, one cannot put them back where they came from - a bookcase - because the bookcase needs to be empty in order to be moved. This results in heavy boxes all over the little floor space available, and pathways, as in an ever-growing labyrinth.
So far, I have observed only two changes among the cats. One is negative, but mild. Neville doesn’t care for encountering other felines during his ambling through the apartment. Indigo, who dislikes my other beasts, will sometimes object to the Nevsky’s proximity in a manner which frightens the latter. Nev has therefore become a little more careful in his navigation of the forming routes through his home.
On the plus side, Indie has started to come out of the library more. She had begun this prior to the start of packing up, but that activity seems to have accelerated the process somewhat. This is good, since, if I am lucky enough to capture the outsider-cats, one, or possibly more, will have to go into the library for acclimatisation, and Indigo will have to stay out. This will be a big enough change for her, without a head start now.
Otherwise, the cats are taking the changes in stride. Imogen keeps trying to jump from the micro-wave oven into empty boxes, which usually tumbles them, and her, over. Brazil periodically races about among the new obstacles. Though he may miss Tempo’s companionship, he is making his own fun.
So far, not so bad…
Excellent progress. I am glad things are going so well. The cats were a concern to my thinking, and I am pleased things are going well. You know how they are about things being changed, Your gang is taking it well.
ReplyDeleteIt seems things are going reasonably well for all. Presumably you'll have more space in the house, so everyone should have a bit more breathing space when the dust settles, so to speak.
ReplyDeleteAs an aside, your upcoming move, coupled with my impending reno, spurred me on to doing another round of decluttering. Eight boxes, one contractor bag, and one xl garbage bag were picked up this afternoon. I don't understand how I STILL have so much stuff. 🙃
Packing for a move is always a chore and a challenge. It seems the cats are not, at least mostly, too badly affected by the changes. I do hope everything goes smoothly.
ReplyDeleteThings sound like they are running smoothly for the mot part which is good
ReplyDeleteI hope everything goes smoothly and that the kitties enjoy the new adventure.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like everyone is adapting to the changes that occur when moving. But I'm sure the cats will give you plenty of supervision! However, I'm not sure which is worse - the packing or the unpacking.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable image!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like everything is going well over all. I hope when you move they all settle in well. New surroundings but familiar acquaintances.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo of Brazil peeking out from under a blanket. I've only ever had to pack up to move with just one cat. Can't imagine what it's like with 4.
ReplyDeleteknock wood and toss salt things progress towards the good ‼️‼️🐟😺
ReplyDeleteI hope all goes well for everyone! The bonus for the cats is, I assume, that they will have more room to roam in the house!
ReplyDeleteI got rid of all of my books several years ago. I couldn't bear the packing and moving of them. I do miss them, but feel free by having less stuff.
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