Question could be "Have you ever tired to sew, use computer, read a book, etc with a cat in your lap?" And they know when they are in the way I am positive. Try mental telepathy with them. Picture in your mind while looking at the cat where you would like it to be. Like ifyou want to hold it picture him/her in your lap stare at the cat and ifyou have good vibes between you the cat should be in your lap within a few minutes, like less than 5. Depends on the cat but it works with a couple of mine. I never tried topicture them elsewhere, but it is worth a try. Take care.
Linda