The cat who came to bathe

The cat who came to bathe

We love cats but currently don't have one. We did have 2 who were brother and sister but they died after 14 years and we haven't felt like we should get another one. We do like them however and several seem to enjoy passing through our yard and drinking water. We keep water dishes in back for the birds and other animals that might pass through and the cats are frequent visitors. Usually they shy away when they see us and will not hang around. This morning though, one stayed around for most of an hour. He knew I was watching him and kept a wary eye in my direction but didn't leave. He would get a drink and then go lay in the sun and bathe. Then get more water and bathe some more. He left once for a minute but came right back to his spot. I enjoyed watching him for quite a while and I took a few pictures for all to see. Here is one of them.