Festival de Feline

Feline of my possession
what joy, doth ye bring,
that causes my heartbeat to dance
and causes my soul to sing.

How funny, is thy playtime
how cute, doth ye dance,
fate has brought us both together
playtime's ruled by happenstance.

Imaginary conquests
molecules only thee can see,
the way ye doth attack them
sincerely tickles me !

Fighting all the shadows
prancing through the air,
spinning 'round to greet thy tail
that a second ago, 'twas there.

Rest now, little feline
all tired from your play,
the sleep that now doth greet thee
brings adventures, for another day !

— docmaverick, Jul 22, 2009

About This Poem

About the Author

Region, Country: The High Desert, in the wild west, southern California, U.S. of A.., USA

Favorite Poets: Keates, Poe, Dickinson, and Dr. Seuss. There are a smattering of others, but why bother listing 'em all, ya know?, I also rely on a few of our poets, here....for advice, and what not. I couldn't possibly explain what a fountain of live, effective knowledge we have...right here in our midst ! To catch a glimmer of brilliance, merely visit: the Stream.

Critiques

raskin

16 years 10 months ago

Captivating

Brought a smile to me remembering the little kitty I had. Your words really captured those moments when the kitty is playing but also something more as well. Could be a person too. I really enjoyed reading. raskin

Lonnie

16 years 10 months ago

Touching and insightful!

A truly unique tribute to an obviously well-loved pet! Nicely written and factual, yet filled with just enough flight-of fancy to whet one's appetite for more! Good job!

Candlewitch

16 years 10 months ago

Festival de Feline

The title caught my attention right off! I have four and they always keep me amused. When they aren't playing, they are either curled up beside me or on my lap. I do love a good kitty pile-up. Good work on the poem, it made me smile. Always, Cat

docmaverick

16 years 10 months ago

I made....

...a few revisions, I think I improved it...but, nonetheless...I'm thrilled that it made you all smile ! Thank you all for the kind comments. sincerely, #{:>{)}@=== docmaverick.

Seren

16 years 10 months ago

Another Smile from me good

Another Smile from me good work Doc I have four cats like Cat it got my attention ... loved this one it was a bit of fun eh ? lol Regards Jayne :)

docmaverick

16 years 10 months ago

Cats....

...are great as far as your viewing pleasure goes ! I have two, Opie Artemis Taylor...and Eight-ball Hardluck Johnson...but, it was the latter that inspired this poem. So glad you enjoyed this whimsical piece Thanx for all of the comments ! sincerely, #{:>{)}@==== docmaverick.

Antoinette Mar…

16 years 10 months ago

I can see.....

my cat as I read your words, and I am sure the rest of your contributors did too...wonderful write Doc...so beautiful written - also made me smile inside