Complete the pampered cat's diary entry by choosing the correct verb form.

I absolutely can't stand _____ up early, but I certainly don't mind forcing my human out of bed at 4 AM for breakfast.

The correct answer is waking.

In English, phrases that express strong likes, dislikes, or preferences—such as can't stand, enjoy, or don't mind—are followed by a gerund (the -ing form of the verb).