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Lessons From a Cat

(Oso on a Purrrsian rug) 

Lessons From a Cat

It’s okay to be independent
It’s okay to expect the best
It’s okay to simply sit and watch
Clear eyed, without emotion
As all around others judge you
As selfish or aloof or just plain lazy
As they project
Onto your purrrfect equanimity

(11/30/24)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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La France Avatar
December 3, 2024 at 3:27 AM
James, I love this poem, you captured a cat's personality perfectly and your cat Oso is beautiful. I just lost my Snuggles Kitty Cat recently and that stabbed my heart like a dagger, A FAV, blessings, Constance
Moore Avatar
December 3, 2024 at 5:39 AM
Oh thank you Constance! I'm sorry for your loss and hope you find a new kitty soon to warm your heart. Cats are so weird and unique and each I've ever had and loved and lost remain vivid and dear.
Rodrigues Avatar
December 1, 2024 at 9:49 AM
Some people are more like cats. :)
Moore Avatar
December 1, 2024 at 10:16 AM
Same for dogs. I guess I see them as two sides of my personality, the cat is just the more private introverted side.
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