The cat
For the first time in my adult life, I am a cat owner. His name is Gus. He has three legs, and is striped, and he is also a neuter, and he’s kind and shy. I avoided getting a cat for years because my mom is a cat person. I love my mom, but I also want to be more present with humans than with animals. Maybe I’ll have regretted that hesitation when my life fills with this noble creature. Long live Gus.