Stray Cat No More

[Tigger's Mum]

This poem popped up on my FB page.

The Christmas Kitten

I once was a cuddly kitten,
But now I am a stray,
'Cause when I was no longer fluffy,
They sent me on my way.

I slink around their garbage can;
I mew outside their door;
But it's clear from their behaviour,
They don't want me anymore.

Now I'm cold and hungry,
And getting very thin,
What have I done to hurt them,
Why won't they let me in?

I crouch in sheds and boxes,
In my bedraggle fur,
So shivery and dejected,
I cannot even purr.

They have another kitten,
Their children's whole delight;
But probably next Christmas,
It will share my wretched plight

Author unknown

...and one former stray who instead of being cold, wet and hungry is curled up on my bed warm, cosy and fed. Our Oscar.

 

[Jcatbird]

I recently found a young female with a very ragged collar, hungry and hiding because she is in heat. The poem is straight to my heart and I had to wonder if her family has plans for a Christmas kitten or if they are searching for her. Perhaps there will be a reunion? I am so glad the Oscar is with you! Great photo!

 

[Furballsmom]

Thank you for the poem, and Oscar

 

[Tigger's Mum]

Oscar's got a cold. Yesterday he had the cat equivalent of "man 'flu", didn't want to eat in the afternoon and was grumpier than usual. Come feeding time later at night, he was the first one looking for food. Same tonight. He was first waiting for his dinner and decided to try and help himself to the treat bag! Keeping a close eye on him and if he gets worse, off to the vet. I think though, he's over the worst of it.

 

[fionasmom]

That poem describes the unfortunate life of several I have rescued.