Dearest Maow, what a gorgeous Fancy Rat you are! You are so pretty with that dark fur that looks so soft and the sweet face with the lovely big eyes. And what a nice story you have to tell! Your dear person rescued you from the pet store and brought you home. You were timid at first, but now you have come out of your shell. You even let your person hold you and scratch your back! And you have a new cage mate, Duchess, now, who recently gave birth to baby ratties! You love them following you around and climbing on you. You and Duchess and the babies and your person all love each other dearly, don't you. What a wonderful love-filled home you share!
Congratulations, darling Maow, on being chosen today's Pet of the Day! We hope you and all your family and friends are enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats.
I meant," said Ipslore bitterly, "what is there in this world that truly makes living worthwhile?"
Death thought about it.
CATS, he said eventually. CATS ARE NICE.
-- Terry Pratchett (1948—2015), Sourcery
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