In my tired, lethargic, cranky, worried state, I'm obsessing over rodents.

The dwarf hamster thing seems to be passing.

Now I'm in love with this little guy and his brother.

And also fascinated by the relevant sections of the Merck Vet Manual. Did you know that thing was online? I didn't! It's awesome!

And at this rate I'm realizing that if I keep having the urge for a new pet, an additional cat would actually be _way_ easier in terms of startup and socialization. emilymorgan just asked me if I'm serious about this new pet thing. "I hope not," I said. But it continues, and it's been happening all week, and off and on before that.