Max happy again!

Well, Max's cranky spell has ended, and he is back to his usual amiable self. It turned out ( and decency forbids me from telling you how I know this) that Max was working out some digestive issues. He resolved these issues early this morning, and is feeling refreshed and considerably lighter in both body and spirit.
As a result of this excorcism, however, Max needed a bath, which he is usually opposed to. He bore it with good grace, as you can see, and is now so snuggly and sweet-smelling that it's ridiculous. Hopefully, those of you that reacted anxiously to news of his crankiness can now be at peace, knowing that Max is safe and happy once again!