Dealing with cats who don't want you to leave.

Merlin: You promised no more trips this year. You promised!!!

Poi Mom Jane: We have to go this time Merlin. It is unexpected and

I didn't know we would be going away so soon again.

Merlin: You promised! How am I supposed to believe you?

You stay home with me and let Dad go.

PMJane: I can't Merlin. I have to go. Now get off of my luggage.

Merlin: No.

PMJane: Come on aMerlin, the cab is here.

Get off of my luggage.

Merlin: No.

Merlin gets uncerimoniously dumped on the floor.

Merlin sulking by the window: You've broken my heart.

PMJane: *sigh* Merlin, stop being dramatic. I love you.

I will be back as soon as I can. feeling horribly

guilty

From the background-Poi Dad "Jane the cab is here."