A Tree Stumpy Stumpy is fond of the twilight cat-walks that are a feature of the summers here. She won't come over the bridges that span the water race, though, and waits patiently to rejoin the walkers. She is moderately good cat company for the gardener, but is easily distracted. Given the chance she'd rather be back inside the house, on kitchen duty. The dried food is kept out of cat reach, but the pantry is easily raided.
Someone usually walks past the bench to make a cup of tea, and possibly can be persuaded.
When you're not in the mood Stumpy can be a total nuisance. She likes to be close, trying to claw her way up inside jerseys and jackets. She holds no grudges, either, and keeps coming back. Here is Stumpy snoozing on the wobbly table on the patio, with driveway foliage and grass plumes in the background. This table is one of Stumpy's favourite spots.