Joseph P. DiMino Poet Free verse

Purr-fect

Of course, the nine lives of cats
is a fond myth -- though they are
tenacious warriors and survivors -- 
That being said, the two I am owned
by, also have a marshmallow center,
affectionate and loving when nothing
to fear.  Their purrs are therapeutic -- 
relaxing, in a sense spiritually 
transcending.  And no purity test
required with cats~ they either like
you, or not.  Feed them what they want, 
and they are a friend for life.  Every
meal I am reminded of just how much
I love my wife; and how purr-fect our
relationship....

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Rachel Treacher March 31, 2026 at 9:38 AM I learnt recently that cats around the world have different numbers of lives. I have reminded ours they are lucky to live with us! Your work made me smile especially the softly whispered line, half hidden, that they own you. Joseph P. DiMino March 31, 2026 at 7:21 PM Oh yeh! They twist me around their paws. Got my number. Thank you for loving them. Blessings.

Rukhsana Afridi January 8, 2026 at 2:05 PM Aww, this poem really describes cats well. I love the title of the poem too! Marvelous! Joseph P. DiMino January 8, 2026 at 4:18 PM Thank you so much, Rukhsana -- they are enchanting critters. Love them!

Andrea Dietrich January 5, 2026 at 7:29 PM This is nice. I sure wish I had an affectionate cat! Joseph P. DiMino January 5, 2026 at 9:48 PM Mine are Purr-fect. I see videos of cats knocking things purposely off of shelves and onto the floor -- mine never do any of that, and we have a house of fragile precious stuff...and my cats don't mess with any of it.

sara Etgen-Baker January 4, 2026 at 11:23 AM awww! so cute and sweet! made me smile Joseph P. DiMino January 4, 2026 at 4:22 PM Thank you, Sara; just a fun write. Thank you.

Paula Goldsmith January 4, 2026 at 9:55 AM I enjoyed reading your fun/very true "Purr-fect" write. Love where you said, "they either like you, or not." Very True... I had cats as a kid but none for many years now. Have a Blessed Day/Week Writing Away...................... Joseph P. DiMino January 4, 2026 at 4:31 PM Thank you, Paula; have wonderful weekend. Blessings!!