The Fearless Acrobat [Nine Lives of a Cat]

Landing on safe feet each time I fall,
makes me recall all that I've been through.
Even after all the pain with gentle rubs I purr;
I am an intrepid explorer, the fearless acrobat.
After all, a creature with nine lives can afford to take risks.

From a window I was thrown without breaking a bone,
Yet, from ancient times my instincts returned
making me turn upright to lessen my fall,
While I remembered not all cats are this lucky,
thank goodness I land on my feet once more.

Now, I find myself in awe of this creature
that understands my needs,
As I twitch the tip of my tail with a smile
on her face she knew it's time for a meal.

Being pampered, I like to eat;
I'm happy with cream,
milk, fish anchovies and such.
Holding my tail high,
she knew I'm content then on her lap,
I take my nap.

Sometimes I brush my face
along my guardian's cheek
to manifest my love and affection.
Letting her know that I'll always be
her treasured feline friend.

The way she regards me
is measured by the purity of her heart,
as she massages my tense body
slightly with her finger tips,
then strokes my fur with love,
I fell into a deep sleep.

- Collaboration with Kelleyana. Please leave any comments on her page as well:
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