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                         July 12, 2026, entered in Unica Hija's Ode to Cat 2 contest

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Ode to My Most Special One


Be patient, please. I heard you call.
I'm in the kitchen getting lunch.
To please you, Dear, I will not stall.
I know it's been a while since brunch.

I've turned on Garfield for you, Hon.
I know you love it; I do too.
This afternoon we'll have such fun,
but first I have this feast for you.

You loved each morsel, I can see.
Let's have a nap; then we'll go play.
I'll watch you run and climb a tree.
We'll have a bright and lovely day.

To thank me, you meow and purr,
unlike the other friends I've had.
To all your wishes, I defer.
I say, is that a flea? Egad!
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Goldsmith Avatar
August 18, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading. What a wonderful write you have here. Have a fun day with your win............
Canerdy Avatar
August 18, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Thanks a million, Paula. Janice
Poet Avatar
August 16, 2026 at 11:01 AM
A captivating poem on the bond between animals and humans, Janice. Congratulations on your win,
Canerdy Avatar
August 17, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Thanks so much, Sotto! Janice
M  Avatar
July 12, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Janice what a delightfully loving poem and ode to your cat! I can see the love you have for him/her? and the utter joy your cat brings you. Happy poem! Debx
Canerdy Avatar
July 13, 2026 at 7:06 AM
Thanks so much, Deb. Janice
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