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Unica Hija's Ode To Cat 2 Contest...22 Jul 26

To My Kitties

A pair of tiny orphans in haystacks their mother made, near an orchard by a lake, with pine tall as an arcade. Sheltering them,I brought milk to the lonely kits each day, but they wouldn't show their faces till I hovered far away. In time they learned to like me, and slowly joined running games; one brown-furred, one white bundle Sugar and Puff... their nicknames. Hearing my voice from the door, the kitties would run so quick right up my tummy to the neck; playing cuddle- and- frolic. One day, Puff and Sugar left not marking sign of contacts... the fun of souls well relished, how my heart misses loved cats.
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August 16, 2026 at 10:59 AM
A captivating poem on the bond between animals and humans, Nette. Congratulations on your win,
Canerdy Avatar
July 25, 2026 at 8:50 AM
Nette, I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful, touching poem! Janice
Canerdy Avatar
July 25, 2026 at 8:49 AM
Nette, I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful, touching poem! Janice
Hind Avatar
July 23, 2026 at 8:31 PM
awww, sad, I just love cats, too
DiMino Avatar
July 23, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Very beautiful, Nette. I am own by 2 myself. They often rule my heart.
Kerr Avatar
July 23, 2026 at 6:17 AM
I am quite touched by this pognant ode you have composed, Nette. Your sincere lines demonstrate such empathy in the context of how bonds between pets and pet owners can be forged and just as easily terminated. A beautiful portrayal. Howard
Harp Avatar
July 22, 2026 at 11:19 PM
Dear Nette, These sweet little souls really touched your heart, and with this lovely poem they touched my heart too. Moon Harp
Kendrick Avatar
July 22, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Ahh!! They are so cute when very young, but they definitely need their mother for a very long time. Sara K.
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July 22, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Nette, you have seamlessly incorporated the emotions of every pet owner when animals come into our lives then suddenly leave all within the context of the story of Puff and Sugar. I adopted two kittens. Although they weren't feral, they did come to reside in our homes and our hearts. Wonderful storytelling! Best wishes for the contest!
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July 22, 2026 at 11:09 AM
- Lovely ode to the cats, Nette :) - Many cats that "come and go" ... they do as they please ... - GL in the contest :) - hugs
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