It is, to say the least, a blustery day in Chicago, with temps in the low 40s and winds gusting over 40 miles per hour. I’ll separately post some cool photos of the lake in turmoil and a pretty amazing “God sky.”

But first… I know that Gracie the Cat’s fan club is much bigger than mine, and I figured I’d share the benefits she enjoys in her life as an indoor cat in a world that can be cold and cruel.

It should be obvious that Gracie, as a member of the family, has table privileges as long as she minds her manners.

Still, it’s never a good idea to leave food unattended, even if you are standing about five feet away with a camera.

Here, Gracie attempts to assert her place at the top of a food chain in which a fried egg sandwich is down near the bottom.

Naturally, after such an adventure, it’s time for a nap of several hours duration.

More about the stormy weather later. I’ve got to get at a freelance project, so I can keep being an indoor cat, too.