the thing is satisfied.  after an interminable period of vacillation and worry the choice to appease it was not as large of a concern as i had initially conjectured. simply choosing to move forward in this direction has taken a great weight off my mental strains.  i feel almost pleased to have hit upon this singular solution.  the thing has stopped it's constant damnable mewling now that it has a steady supply of fresh sustenance. indeed it seems to grow exponentially with just the few morsels i have supplied it with thus far.  so truly in this case a little will go a long way.  i am also saved from taking actions that i might otherwise regret.  there is no regret in this course of action and once the thing is able to maneuver for itself i will be free.