Dearest Lucy~
You are a very sweet kitty, and I realize that in the land of all things cat, bringing gifts is your way of showing gratitude.
I should consider it an honor that you bring your dead mice, lizards, and birds to my doorstep. Why last week, you even went the extra mile and disemboweled the tiny offering.
But please, I’m begging you, for the love of critters everywhere…stop it, stop it, STOP IT!!!!!!
I’m sorry. I hope you know that it’s me, not you. Your sacrifices are obviously the finest vermin this property has to offer. I should see them for the compliment that they are.
It’s just that I have such a hard time accepting gifts that I feel I don’t deserve. I guess what I’m saying is, your appreciation is going well above and beyond what is necessary.
In the future, a simple purring sound when I pet your head and rub behind your ears is all that’s needed.
Thank you for your understanding on this sensitive subject.
Your friend,
Jodi