James 1:2-4 Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its perfect result, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

Today Mom says I passed my first test – I rode in the truck with her. I don’t know what the big deal is – I just slept on the seat. It’s not like there was anything exciting going on.
I’m learning all kinds of new things; when I first got here, there were these weird things who hissed and scratched; at first I thought they were some strange kind of dog, but apparently they are called kittens. now that we’ve gotten to know each other, we like chasing each other. they also have pretty cool toys- I stole one and ran through the house with it. I also have a big rib bone that I can chew on, and a tennis ball that I like to chase.
I’m also learning that Mom doesn’t like it when I poop in the house…
She also bought me a harness to wear when we go outside- I didn’t like it at first, but now I don’t care – I just run and roll with it on.
the best thing I’m learning so far is TREATS. Mom gives one to me when I do something good- so I guess that’s another test I’m passing, huh?
so far this “test” stuff is pretty good- some of them might be hard, but I get treats, and rides in the truck, and I get to snuggle with the kittens and Mom while we watch TV, so they’re totally worth it.