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Stray Cat

I looked out my window and there to my surprise was a beautiful set of green eyes These eyes were in a glossy black face With exquisite features that sent my heart at quite a pace Sleek black body from tip to toe How I managed to look away I do not know Agile hunting movements That transfixed my stare Sharp teeth and claws Hidden in soft mouth and paws This encounter became a regular event Meowing and purring were her calling card To let us know she was in the backyard We called her Beauty And that's what she was Charming and beguiling Exciting and delighting Then one day this feline friend On us did no more decend Where did she go we do not know What can we do Except remember and continue to enjoy the view Beauty

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Lindsay Laurie

Date: 8/20/2019 10:47:00 PM

G'day Francis … cats tend to have a mind of their own so many choose their own destiny. We don't have a cat as such, except for the neighbours who find our backyard acceptable - thank you Frances - Lindsay

Frances Byrne
Date: 8/20/2019 10:52:00 PM

Hi Lindsay, You are so right, also you do not own a cat, they own you. Beautiful creatures. Thanks, Frances

Joe Pendred

Date: 8/14/2019 4:55:00 PM

This might be what my fella ends up doing when I eventually let him outside, but sure what can ye do. Cats will be cats!!!

Frances Byrne
Date: 8/14/2019 5:24:00 PM

Hi Joe, Thanks for comment. You never know with cats, you will just have to wait and see. Frances

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/10/2019 5:41:00 PM

hello Frances Byrne, perhaps the cat has found a good home.That is possible. have a nice evening my friend.

Frances Byrne
Date: 8/10/2019 6:22:00 PM

Hi Darlene, You are right, thanks for your kind words, Frances

Kim Merryman

Date: 8/8/2019 9:48:00 PM

Nicely written, Frances! We had a stray cat once (tortoiseshell with emerald green eyes) She stuck around for a couple years and one day she just quit showing up. We sure missed her. Blessings, Kim

Frances Byrne
Date: 8/8/2019 10:07:00 PM

Hi Kim, Thanks for your lovely comments. I really enjoyed her, such a wonderful example of creation, gave me an appreciation for cats. I see her as a gift. Thanks again. Frances