Since we are now pet less, I will say that I have been enjoying not having to worry about more than three faces looking at me with faces of hunger like I haven’t fed them in years, holding and comforting when I’m trying to put the final touches on a post, and the fact that changing cat pans is behind me (until we get more cats) doesn’t make me miss pet ownership one bit. I do miss our cats, but life has sure been a little easier. Now, I only have two bottoms to wipe; sometimes a third.
If I were to get another pet, other than a cat, the most likely choice would be a dog, but that’s so typical. Most families have cats and/or dogs. I think the next time around, if city ordinances, neighbors, and Darling D will allow, then I may get a pet that is a little more useful around the house, like with chores and everything. A moose would be a pretty good choice. Yes, a moose.
Molly likes moose. She doesn’t necessarily dislike cats or dogs. She just likes moose so much that her parents take her to Alaska so she can see some. To their surprise, ALL of the moose have also taken a vacation and of all places to the city where Molly lives. She and her parents rush back home to find their city over run with moose. They are everywhere living it up and enjoying the city except for three moose – Monty, Munroe, and Milligan – whom she finds resting their hooves in a fountain.
After stopping to talk to them, Molly learns that they are tired, have aching hooves, and need a place to rest. This couldn’t be a more perfect opportunity for her moose-loving self. Her family takes the moose home with them and welcomes them to stay. After waking up from an eight day slumber, the moose are refreshed and ready to show their appreciation for the hospitality Molly’s family has extended towards them. By the time they’re done cleaning up the house, “you could eat dinner off that floor!” Mommies, are you having a change of heart about adopting a moose the next time around?
Before you know it, the moose settle in and become part of the family cooking and cleaning and enjoying outings with Molly’s family. This is bliss, but as you know and I know, moose are not domestics and just don’t belong in the home. The moose also know they belong in the wild where they can run free and be with their own. They also miss their mommy and their daddy. Soon, the moose return to their home leaving Molly to wonder if she will ever see them again.
entertaining for ages:4-8 (though mommy likes it too)
