Merlin the Magic Cat

Merlin The Magic Cat

They said they chose Merlin early last month
Because of the colour of his ears,
Yet Merlin’s been stalking the gardens around here
For almost thirty-nine years!

They said magic was a myth, a story, a fable 
But he and I both know that’s not the case,
If it were, would you mind explaining 
Exactly how a cat ends up on a date?

They said he liked to go hunting at night
Just like any other average tabby.
When I told them last night I met a ‘Merlin’ at a bar
All they said was ‘how uncanny!’

They said magic was a silly concept
Something invented to wow little kids,
Meanwhile, behind them, I’m watching Merlin finish a triple axel
And land gracefully in the splits!

They said lately they kept misplacing things
Like chains, and watches, and rings.
Well, the Merlin who bought me that drink last night
Undoubtedly loved him some bling-bling!

They said magic was imaginary
There was no proof, no way, no how.
Then right there and then Merlin transformed into a man
They screamed ‘Merlin’, he answered ‘MEOW!’
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Edmonds  Avatar
November 1, 2022 at 10:05 AM
An amusing delightful write Kay, congratulations on your win in the contest… Belle
Fowler Avatar
October 24, 2022 at 6:19 AM
Cute write Kay Dee! Congratulations on your win! Linda
May Avatar
October 23, 2022 at 2:27 AM
Very nicely done Kay, Congrats on your win
Dee Avatar
October 23, 2022 at 5:56 AM
Thank you!
Flood Avatar
October 22, 2022 at 2:55 PM
That Merlin seems to be a bit of a magpie, Kay. Glad he got his girl. Congrats on your win. Terry
Dee Avatar
October 23, 2022 at 5:56 AM
I know, right? Thank you!
Rose  Avatar
October 22, 2022 at 2:16 PM
adore that little Meow at the end of a wonderful story, congrats on your win , thanks for joining
Dee Avatar
October 23, 2022 at 5:56 AM
Thank you! It was fun to write!
Meadows Avatar
October 4, 2022 at 8:15 AM
A good poem. Well done.
Dee Avatar
October 23, 2022 at 5:59 AM
Thank you!
Forbes Avatar
October 3, 2022 at 7:50 PM
Winner!!!
Dee Avatar
October 23, 2022 at 5:59 AM
Thank you!
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