dVerse Poetics: On All Things Feline!
The cats are taking over at d’Verse Poets Pub
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Lenny – (a Lannet)
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We buried him beneath the garden bench
where I would take my morning cup of tea
to share the highlights of my yesterday.
I often thought I heard his rumbling purr,
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although I knew it’s just my wishful heart
imagining that he was still around,
still chasing after bugs, both real and not.
Still crawling under sheets when I make beds,
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still hiding deep within a paper bag
then jumping out to grab me as I pass.
He followed me around just like a pup –
a nosey, noisy, sleek white, furry friend.
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Quiet unexpectedly we found him gone
and buried him beneath the garden bench.
rhymeswithbug 
Oh! Thus is beautiful.💜
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Sorry that should of read “this is beautiful,” I love your poem it’s how we all feel about our pets . 💜
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So sad about his loss. You have rendered a lovely tribute to him in this sweet poem — I love how you define him as “a nosey, noisy, sleek white, furry friend”. I can totally imagine him through your words. 🙂
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Cats certainly steal our hearts, and take a piece with them when they depart. Great poem Candy! 🙂
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Lovely, real and heart-wrenching.
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Most all pets become family. When they pass on there is genuine emotional trauma. Long white haired cats leave a lot of fur around.
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Ha! I still find traces of him in every corner.
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Beautifully written tribute to your cherished cat! Loved all the wonderful images. I could see your cat doing all those things you mention.
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Cats have that aloof front, but they are as devoted as any dog. My condolences on Lenny.
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This is why I cannot have cats… I cannot face such sudden parting… we have had a few burials when I was a kid.
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It is certainly a tough experience.
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What a wonderful remembrance. I’m sure that’s his spirit following you around. (K)
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We still have his sister – and a whole lot of memories
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This is a heartfelt tribute to Lenny.
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