Dear Pearl,

Louise has been complaining about tiny footprints in the pantry since Christmas and so we have borrowed Lulu's cat for awhile.  His name is Sam and he is supposed to be the world's most ferocious mouser.  Although we have not actually seen him catch anything, he does thunder across the floors with great purpose at random intervals.  And Louise has stopped threatening to quit for the time being. 

Please write and let me know what you are planning for the Snow Ball.  Perhaps we will be able to come this year!

I Remain As Always, Your Devoted Miss Blue