I feel as though
I may have slept
in this very spot
that’s so well kept.
I see some fur
and there’s a dent;
my scent is here
under the tent.
There are not many
spots I’ve just not been;
it’s hard to keep track,
I know there are more than ten.
So slumber here I shall
since I’ve much to do.
I may already have before
unless this is déjà mew.
It’s mother’s day. My cat mom deserves no prizes, but here are some cards we could be giving to our human moms.
| Happy Mother’s Day! | What do I get? |
| To the Mother who is always there… | Leave me alone. |
| I got you one in every color! |  |
| Thanks for all that you do, Mom! | Maybe you could pick up the pace? I am waiting for my water and food over here. |
| Have I told you lately how I feel about you? | Why don’t you come here and meet my claws. |
I never asked to be a cat
it just happened this way;
perhaps it was just by chance
or I was chosen as they say
–
Either way this fact holds true,
full time cat-hood is no easy chore;
this life ain’t for slackers
or those who easily bore.
–
There is no way to explain
just how difficult it may be
so let me close my eyes
and take a nap so that you can see.
My girl has rambled on about Shakespeare for long enough. I don’t really see what is so great about the guy, he didn’t even write about cats. Here is how some of his works should have read.
To wake, or not to wake- that is the question:
Whether ’tis nobler in the mind to dream
Of mice and fish of outrageous fortune
Or to take arms against a sea of tunas,
And by clawing end them.
Out, damned mouse! out, I say!
Birds, squirrels, chipmunks, lend me your ears;
I come to watch you, not to eat you.
Cats are known to be
Agile as they perform
Tasks that require
Abilities possessed by
Sacred creatures who
Think on their feet,
Ready for anything…
Oops! Who
Put that wall
Here? At least
Each time we land on our feet.
Human for Sale
Pure-bred human, potty-trained. This 26-year-old female will bring joy to your life. Knows the commands, feed me, out, clean that up, and pick that up.
Help Wanted
Seeking a responsible individual to clean up litter box twice daily. Tasks include scooping poop, pee, and occasional removal of errant waste. Must have the ability to bend over and lift 3 oz.
For Sale
Never been used cat bed. Was purchased for me by silly humans who thought I would like it better than the box in which it was delivered. Would be a nice addition to any house with a dog.
Personals
Single black and white long-haired beauty seeks no one. Leave me alone.
Roommate Wanted
Immediate vacancy for a rodent to fill the space in the wall. Previous tenant disappeared without a trace.
You were but inches away
and somehow still ran
this is not my fault,
you know I had a plan.
You would have been mine.
It was only a matter of time,
but you must be in cahoots
with those people, what a crime!
Just as I was about to pounce
and catch myself a mouse
there came the sound of a bag
that filled the whole house
and so I left you behind
just inches from my feet.
Why eat a mouse,
when you can eat a treat?
I hear the people talking,
as if they think I don’t hear,
about a friendly visit
that happens once a year.
They say there will be baskets
filled with chocolate and cheer.
brought to us with care
from a pair of floppy ears.
Well I am sure not one for chocolate
and no cat exhibits cheer,
so take the contents back
but leave the basket here.
I have been instructed to write a poem about Sunday.
Sleeping
Until
Noon
Doesn’t
Actually…
Yawn, goodnight.
If ever I lose my way
I am certain I won’t be lost
as long as I don’t stray
from this furry trail
I leave as breadcrumbs
whenever I play
or move from one nap
to the next; my first sight
is a little piece of me
so I never lose my way.
Autumn Siders 