Merlin the Magic Cat

Merlin was found abandoned when he was a kitten
Wet, cold and hungry, and badly flea-ridden
His meowing was constant, distressingly high-pitched.
Having been cruelly treated, then callously ditched.

He quickly grew strong and quickly grew big.
His recovery, a blessing and miraculously quick.
Energetic, playful, inquisitive and fun
He loved being outdoors in the warmth of the sun.

His coat white and silver, and sparkling blue eyes
A handsome, cute cat came as no surprise.
He had a white fluffy chin that looked like a beard
And dark patches of fur at the top of his ears.

A gentle big cat, affectionate and loving
Many people said, "He's so friendly and stunning."
My anti-cat neighbour even welcomed him in
I soon started to see a different side of Jim.

We began visiting care homes and shelters.
Adults and children charity centers
The effects on people were amazing to see.
People called it Merlin The Magic Cat Remedy.

The top of his tail would always hook over
His greeting, his hello as we moved around closer
His tail like a staff that seemed to emit magic,
Helping the troubles in lives that were traumatic.

He always responded with a gentle meow
Healing and mending, only Merlin knew how.
His soft, gentle purring was very hypnotic
Relaxing and soothing, a therapeutic tonic.

Through the years, he gained a mystical reputation
And connecting through telepathy communication
He brought smiles and laughter, and inner peace.
Pent-up emotions, some, learned to calmly release.

At the age of fourteen, Merlin sadly passed away.
His legacy and memories live on to this day.
Never afraid, good-natured, gentle and kind.
Healing through spirit, body, and mind.

Merlin The Magic Cat Contest
Sponser  Mystic Rose Rose
Written 14.10.22
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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M  Avatar
December 22, 2022 at 6:29 AM
Emilia…what a touching ,heartfelt poem about Merlin he sounded like a real character and very loved and cherished. I can imagine your emptiness and sadness when he passed away. Sounds like Merlin bought joy to so many! Lovely….Debx
Fowler Avatar
October 24, 2022 at 6:16 AM
So sweet...Congratulations on your win! Linda
James Avatar
October 26, 2022 at 8:37 AM
Thank you so much Linda....Emilia : )
Flood Avatar
October 22, 2022 at 2:32 PM
Animals sure do have a soothing effect on us humans, Emilia. They even help us to contest wins ;-) Congratulations on this well rhymed win. Terry
James Avatar
October 24, 2022 at 3:15 AM
Thank you so much Terry. They sure do and knew straight away I wanted to base it around animal therapy and also on one of my previous cats. Though he wasn't a therapy cat his own magic still shines through to me. Emilia : )
Rose  Avatar
October 22, 2022 at 2:12 PM
what a wonderful story you tell of an amazing cat congrats on your win, thank you for joining my contest
James Avatar
October 24, 2022 at 3:03 AM
Thank you so much Mystic Rose Rose for my placement and for your contest. I enjoyed it very much. Emilia : )
Gondolf Avatar
October 19, 2022 at 8:24 AM
A wonderful write for this contest, Emilia, best of luck. I wish our cats were friendly like this, ours are very aloof. Hugs, John
James Avatar
October 24, 2022 at 2:57 AM
Thank you so much John. One of my cats, sadly now passed, was an unusally large cat and a rescue cat. He was so gentle and friendly and had a laid back personality and thought of him when I wrote this. Hugs, Emilia : )
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October 18, 2022 at 9:57 AM
I think Merlin was an angel in disguise, the giveaway, his healing purr, and soft, appealing eyes. Lovely write! Positively beautiful!
James Avatar
October 24, 2022 at 2:40 AM
Thank you so much Joe. He could well of been an angel in disguise. I think all cats are magical in their own way. Emilia : )
Meadows Avatar
October 15, 2022 at 5:39 AM
A lovely poem about Merlin the cat. Pets are good therapy and cheer people up. A good poem. Well done.
James Avatar
October 16, 2022 at 4:38 AM
Thank you so much Jeanette. They are and do indeed. I know my animals always cheer me up. Emilia : )
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