The Hot Tea on the Lap Routine

I only forgot myself twice over the weekend, first time was at the pub. The Owner, having done the washing and the lawns decided a cup of tea and what he calls "a quiet hour" watching the funny looking cars going round the track on the telly. I mean, too noisy and where would you put a dog in them? He always finishes up shouting at the telly during his "quiet hour" anyway! Small boy got his coat out which usually means going for a walk with him. I don't do walkies with small boys, only The Owner! I forgot myself and jumped on The Owner's lap to escape. He was on the settee that I am not allowed on and he had a mug of hot tea in his hand. An easy mistake to make I felt! Tea everywhere and a lot more shouting but not at the telly this time! I took myself off to the boot room out of the way!