It's nearly time to say goodnight to all our company.....
But first: Over in Miss Vee's condo, this evening, I (1) scoured the sink till it was white again (Bar Keeper's Friend to the rescue); (2) used the same product on some stubborn countertop stains (successfully!); (3) swept the kitchen floor (and was appalled at how much I swept up); (4) used Mr. Clean all-purpose and swabbed the kitchen floor...THREE times before it was spotless; (5) vacuumed the living room, hallway and bedroom where Miss Vee was hiding; (6) used Mr. Clean all-purpose and swabbed the entryway (all tiled) after noticing for the first time how filthy it all was. I spent 90 minutes cleaning.
I also "touched" Miss Vee. Very briefly. When I entered the bedroom with the vacuum, she dashed out. I discovered, after putting the vacuum away, that she had dashed onto the balcony. Without trying to trap her, I cajoled her to come to me...which she started to do, then she scooted around me. I managed to stroke her back as she retreated back to the bedroom.
Baby steps, I reckon.