My Precious Feline

Once you beget, a four-legged friend into your life spirit You begin an odyssey about yourself, starting-- within a minute And greatest of all-- a love 'n caring commit You will come away, changed forever all For one soul cannot touch another soul Without leaving its mark whole A journey that will bring you more love And devotion than you have ever known of It will also test your strength 'n courage enuff It is the most precious gift embrace Any living soul can grace You will not find it, often, among the human race The journey will teach you many things, I bet About life, and to be a better person-- yet Pay attention and learn well from your pet When the journey is done 'n end The individual your pet dependably knew who to depend The one they are proud to call-- ''My Beloved Friend'''