Dearest Uncle Suresh, what a beautiful Fancy Rat you are, so pretty in all those great photos! Thank you for sharing them with us. And what a lovely story you have to tell! Your dear person got you and your brother at a pet store after you'd been ignored and not chosen for a long time. He/she named you Ramesh and Suresh, and you lived together for two years. Then, I was so sorry to learn that Ramesh went to the Rainbow Bridge, and you were left alone and very sad. Then, the most terrific thing happened; your person was offered two dear little rat pups, three weeks old! They joined the family and were named Fedya and Plumpy. They became mischievous nephews for you! You walk and play with them, and you're not bored. You're teaching them all about how to be good rats. You and they and your person all love each other very much, don't you. What a wonderful love-filled home you share!
Congratulations, darling Uncle Suresh, on being chosen Pet of the Day! We hope you and your dear Fedya and Plumpy and person and all your family and friends are enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats. We know that Ramesh Angel is rejoicing with you at the Rainbow Bridge!
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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