Through a Cats Eyes

I live the “life of Riley” can’t you see
I’m crafty and cunning and independently free
I warm my owner up with a rub and a purr
A warm cozy blanket is what I prefer
When I choose to be aloof
I just turn my back and curl up bullet proof
I don’t mind being a house cat
Some may say because of this I’ve become a bit fat
Not to worry, never fear
I run around this house crazy and mess up your underwear
Sure, give me some yarn, that too can become boring after a time
I’d rather look out the window in the sun and lick my paws, sublime
And when you’re cooking up a great meal
That’s when I sit pretty and cry and squeal
I’m sweet and lovable and debonair
And I’ve taken over your house “I declare”
Yes I know I may sleep more than some 
But how could you resist, your furry friend is what I’ve become 


Inspired by Constance La France’s Cat tails contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dufresne Avatar
January 21, 2010 at 2:32 PM
We certainly have alot of cat lovers here as these great poems testify. Cool write Laura, however I have thrown in the towel .. I am no longer the owner I am sure. It has now reversed for sure. Can't even pretend any more! Congrats -Robert
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January 20, 2010 at 4:44 AM
Congratulations Laura, You wrote well! Your “Cat Tails” contest entry, sponsored by: Constance La France is among the winners! You did at great job letting your creativity flow. And I really enjoyed the cat's perspective on hil life. Keep up the good writing. SMILES… Dane Ann
Sweetheart Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 8:35 PM
Congrats Laura on your winning poem in the CAT contest.. enjoyed this entry much.. luv... Linda-Marie..
Haick Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 4:26 PM
Hey Laura, Congratulations on your win in the contest! Great job! Peace, Audrey
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January 19, 2010 at 1:42 PM
Nice use of personification for a fun view. Congratulations on being one of the winners in the Cat Contest. Keep on writing! Enjoy your honor. Karen
Brown Avatar
January 19, 2010 at 10:52 AM
Congratulations on you win in Constance's contest Laura. Love, Carol
Crisci Avatar
January 18, 2010 at 1:39 PM
Congratulations on your win, Laura. This is a very humorous and lovable poem. Best wishes, love, hugs and happiness, Andrew.
Johnson Avatar
January 17, 2010 at 6:11 PM
A real cat lover's poem. Congratulations on yur placement in the contest. Love, Joyce
Dietrich Avatar
January 11, 2010 at 10:33 PM
Another GREAT entry. Yes, they certainly do live the life of Riley. I love that line about messnig up your underwear and how he sits pretty and squeals! Best of luck in the contest! Luv, andrea
Freeman Avatar
January 11, 2010 at 5:39 PM
Nice cat tails and purr, I declare. Laura. Smile! Sincerely love, Moses.
Devonshire Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 2:51 PM
Cats certainly do seem to "take over" the house, don't they, Laura? I love the playful nature in this write and wish you luck in Constance's contest. Love, Carolyn
Sheart Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 2:43 PM
Hi Laura, After reading this wonder poem, I looked at the photo of Riley. To cute! This will make a wonderful entry for Constance's contest. Best of luck my friend! Take care sweet! Oh, I just posted the latest continuing saga....Frozen Lake.Love Light Patty
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