Hello Kitten

[Gopher]

Ah, P.C. I like the way you operate. Doing these sorts of things is essential. Sort of living memorials.

[kitten]

Good morning.  How's work going today?      

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[Gopher]

Work's gpoing fine thanks - two groups of people in this morning, both no problem at all -  PLUS a border collie which has so far give me the most pleasure of all.

[kitten]

A border collie will beat a group of people, hands down!  Nice to hear your day is going smoothly.

[Gopher]

The rest of the day doesn't look too good - it's just started to rain. I know we could do with it, BUT

[kitten]

So sorry to hear that.  It seems like it will be another decent day here.  I gather rain really interferes with your work.

[Gopher]

Not really, it's just a matter of one lot of arrivals after another traipsing in with wet feet.  

[kitten]

You need to hire a maid for all that mopping.

[Gopher]

A robot hoover would be better as the whole place has fitted carpets. However, many thanks for your most kind offer - I'll keep it on file.  

[kitten]

Just thought I'd mention, that was not a job application!  But wet, possibly muddy feet on carpets?  Ugh!!

[Gopher]

Kittens aren't usually overly concerned about this sort of thing. What makes you different, pray?

[kitten]

Kittens like to keep their paws clean.  Mud tastes bad when washing.

[Gopher]

A taste I've never known, thanks for the benefit of your experience!

[kitten]

You should try it.  Communing with Mother Nature at its earthiest.

[Gopher]

Ah, but give me the grass any day, or a nest of ferns and moss.