Pets or no Pets??

I am someone who adores animals. I have taken them in off the street, rehabilitated abused ones, and raised orphaned wild animals. You name it, I have probably done it provided it pertains to the health and well being of some cute little critter. And even some really large ugly ones too.

However, I have reached a point where I no longer wish to have any more pets than I currently have. I simply am too tired. And when they go, there will be no more. Animals, like children, require a tremendous amount of attention, time and maintenance. Yes, the pay-back is totally worth it. Life is really great when they snuggle you when you are down, play with you on a walk or just sit with you and purr. Not to mention the entertainment factor. However, I don’t want anymore. I can foresee another day when I will want them again, but not now and not for some great while.

I think I will take the same attitude with pets as I have currently with children:
Borrow and return, borrow and return.