Please St Francis

St Francis gained a friend today
As our lovely cat passed away
Please Francis warmly greet
Let him play and dance your feet

He has been a friend for many years
His grave was blessed by family tears
He was sent to you to share your love
To sit your lap in heaven above

Today the cat passed away
For another place to play
Many tears on pillows tonight
And empty bowls at first light
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Suzadail Jr. Avatar
January 11, 2011 at 9:21 AM
Animals love unconditionally. Nice tribute. My Son has two and his twin sister has one. Love 'em all. Vince
Moribund Avatar
September 1, 2010 at 12:41 PM
Hi Daniel: Great poem!!! I have had 2 cats pass away (very sad!!!). May you have a great day. Peace: Sheol
Kendrick Avatar
January 31, 2010 at 5:30 AM
Sad yet happy write. Our pets become part of our family with our love bestowed upon them. Keep the creative pen flowing. Thanks for the comments on my work. Sara
Sweetheart Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 6:48 PM
SOUP MAIL .. Daniel...
George   Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 3:36 PM
Very touching poem, Daniel. I know this loss all-to-well. Welcome to Poetrysoup and thank you for sharing your poetic talent. Lainie
Culverhouse Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 3:18 PM
enjoyed reading your works today! welcome to the soup!!
Haick Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 2:42 PM
I am so sorry about your cat, dear Daniel! I know his family will miss him dearly but he'll never forget you all.! Peace, Audrey
Sweetheart Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 2:32 PM
Daniel.. I tried to send u two SOUP MAIL REPLIES this morning before I left for my jury duty trial but there was a problem so don't know if u received them... also u must submit this poem in the contest posted about CATS... check it out ..this would be a wonderful entry.. very emotional.. I have two, Bronco and Gabriel, if u read my Two Plus One Cats Equals Three poem for the contest... it will uplift u during time of loss... thankxxx for your wonderful comments on my poetry.. luv.. Linda-Marie
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January 19, 2010 at 10:54 AM
St. Francis was one of my favorite saints, Daniel. His rapport with animals always astonished me, especially when I was a child. I'm very sorry for your loss, but this is a loving way to remember your cat, sitting on St. Francis's lap. Those "empty bowls at first light" can really hurt, can't they? Beautifully written! Love, Carolyn
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