This was posted over 10 years ago; my opinions, thoughts, attitude, and writing style may have evolved since then, and this post might have been different if it were to be posted today.
Tried calling Bertie to bed but he took exception with chomps and claws at being at my beck and call. I think a certain meat grinder of a cat will be sleeping on the sofa tonight. >:| Needed six band-aids! SIX!