The pictures tell the story, the cat sleeps happily while the pile of salvaged washing is growing in the bedroom. I've developed a snatch and grab technique that has so far ensured I haven't come face to face with the mouse. However, the operation has reached a critical point. Left in the cupboard are 2 baskets of smalls, mainly socks that need sorting and washing. It feels a little like Russian roulette. Tomorrow I tackle the basket on the left, no, on the right, no, on the left............. will I find the mouse?