It’s the beginning of a brand new year, and our pal Mitty is committed to keeping an ambitious resolution: patience. In theory, Mittens believes this is an easily attainable aspiration — that is, until he discovers his dinner will be delayed. How is a cat supposed to be patient when food is involved? Mittens has no idea, but he’s giving it all he’s got. Sort of.

Then there’s the good news-bad news. Grandma’s bringing Mittens some treats, but at what cost? Damn you, autocorrect! And if things weren’t bad enough, Mom’s going to eat Mittens’ feet. What’s a cat to do?

Here’s a look at the recent woes of our favorite texting cat.

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About the Author: Angie Bailey is an eternal optimist with an adoration of all things silly. Loves pre-adolescent boy humor, puns, making up parody songs, thinking about cats doing people things and The Smiths. Writes Catladyland, a cat humor blog, Texts from Mittens (originated right here on Catster) and authored whiskerslist: the kitty classifieds, a silly book about cats wheeling and dealing online. Partner in a production company and writes and acts in comedy web series that features sketches and mockumentaries. Mother to two humans and three cats, all of which want her to feed them.