lookin at the first few moments thinkin “what’s wrong with that foreleg? is it folded under the cat at a funny angle? is the cat missing half that leg? wait. no. it’s just buried up to the elbow in wool”
Fun fact. Lanolin, the oil in wool which makes it water resistant, has a scent similar to one produced by nursing mother cats which induces nursing behaviour in kittens. A lot of cats will exhibit this behaviour with wool blankets for the same reason.
The adorable behavior she is showing at the end, deep treading and pressing the flat.of her head against the sheep, rooting her nose around in the sheep’s wool, ears turned sweetly back, is STRONG kitten nursing behavior. This cat is a full adult and doing unusually Baby things. I’d say that checks out. She’s treating the sheep like Mom. Adults, even those with residual nursing behaviors, don’t often go THIS baby. I wouldn’t be surprised if the cat were actually suckling. She’s incredibly happy.
The sheep seems to be very much enjoying it as well. I loooove this.
2022 was one of the most emotionally challenging for me, both professionally and personally. There were a lot of lows, but the Highs were the best I’ve ever experienced. Meeting so many from this wonderful community in person was simply amazing! The best, most sincere friendships have been made through my trip to NYC in October. I love you all and can not wait to do it again! Thanks to each and every person who has blessed me with your interaction this year. You all truly make the days brighter and so much FUN! #samheughan #outlander #dianagabaldon #jamiefraser #kingofmen @samheughan @outlander_starz https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm25mCtOYXP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
“At the top, I stop on all fours for a
moment to get my breath back. Then I rise and turn to the light.
‘This is it,’ I say to myself in wonder at the rough-hewn tapestry of
glens, lochs and mountains. The only movement I can see is in the subtle
wash of light through the clouds and the graceful twists in the mist gathered
at the seat of Ben Nevis. ‘This is why I’m here.’ I’m silenced. My breathing
slows. I’m welcomed into the landscape. The mountain consumes me.”
