Home » Poems » Robert L. Hinshaw » Snoozing With a Cat

Snoozing With a Cat

My cat Jeff snuggles when I hit the hay

   He's strong-minded and always has his way

      He snores as I try to doze

         His whiskers tickle my nose

            I'm sleepless while he snoozes night and day

Entry for Carolyn Devonshire's "Sleepless" Contest. 
(Placed No. 2 In the Contest)

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Jack Horne

Date: 7/10/2020 3:09:00 PM

LOL, had a chuckle picturing this. Just dropping by to deliver my congrats on your latest publishing success - well done indeed. my friend

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 7/10/2020 4:00:00 PM

Thank you, Jack. So happy I in some small way assist your English students in their educational journey. Hope you and Mum are doing well - Bob

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/24/2020 6:40:00 PM

Ha. that was fun. I had a cat that used to wake me for breakfast.I loved her but that was so annoying. Now I have a dumb dog doing it to me!!!

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/24/2020 6:56:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed, Andrea. I think my cat Jeff is related to a dog - he follows me around like a puppy and has his nose in everything I do - in fact he is snoozing on the desk as I type this! I enjoy each of your writes, Andrea, but forgive me for not commenting as often as I should. Stay safe - Bob

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 6/22/2020 1:39:00 PM

A very clever entry to Carolyn's contest - i think your limerick is great Robert, best of luck. Blessings, Jennifer.

David Mchattie

Date: 6/20/2020 5:00:00 PM

I constantly beg my cat's forgiveness at his frustration when I engage in activities that do not directly benefit him. Have a great day my friend.

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/21/2020 1:39:00 PM

David, it sounds like your cat rules your home as does my cat! They are one of God's most magnificent creatures! Thanks for your kind comment and best to you as you continue your poetical journey - Bob

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 6/17/2020 8:22:00 PM

G'day Bob … I've heard that a cat has no master, because they are the master, but what a great pal they are, and you'll go without plenty to appease them - thanks Bob - Lindsay

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/18/2020 12:42:00 PM

You're right about that, Lindsay. They rule the roost so to speak! Old Jeff my cat is a great companion! Hope all is well at your house - Bob

Aditi Mishra

Date: 6/17/2020 2:52:00 AM

This is such a delightful and amusing one Robert. My friend has a cat and we dare disturb the nap when together. Love this. Congratulations on your win :)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/16/2020 3:00:00 PM

Cats are that way but you hate to disturb their slumber. Loved this one Robert. Congratulations on your wonderful win! Blessings xxoo

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/16/2020 3:04:00 PM

Thank you Connie! Dear old Jeff is a wonderful companion. Cats are known, as you know, for their curiosity but he follows me around like a puppy and is lying on the desk snoozing as I type this. I always cherish your comments. Take good care - Bob H

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 6/16/2020 1:21:00 PM

:) Big smiles reading your entry, Bob. Jeff seems much like all the cats I've had in the past. As long as they are comfortable, they give no thought to our needs. Very funny poem that touched my heart. Congratulations on your win! Hugs, Carolyn

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 6/16/2020 2:41:00 PM

I hope you stay well too, Bob. Florida is losing the battle against the Coronavirus. Maybe Colorado is doing a better job of managing it.

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/16/2020 1:31:00 PM

Glad it gave you a smile, Carolyn. Old Jeff is a great companion! Thanks for considering my entry in your contest worthy of a win. Stay safe - Bob

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/15/2020 7:30:00 PM

Guess you're reduced to cat-naps... Or maybe at this point, you'd appreciated a kit-napping! :) gw

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/16/2020 1:31:00 PM

I love your comment, Gershon! Wish I could have somehow worked the term "cat-nap" in the write. Best on you - Bob

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 6/14/2020 6:13:00 PM

Hello Robert L. Hinshaw, oh I had a smile reading this poem.also a little chuckle. enjoy your evening my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/15/2020 12:46:00 PM

Hello Robert Hinshaw, your cat sounds to me to cute. Lucky you. Your cat is cute. Enjoy your day my friend.

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 6/14/2020 6:39:00 PM

Thank you, Darlene. Glad it gave you a smile. My pal Jeff is a great companion, a little sassy sometimes, but that is the nature of the creature! Best to you - Bob