An Engineer's Guide to Cats

A Meow ... or Two :)

A meow massages the heart.

-Stuart McMillan-

Lend Me A Kitten

I will lend to you for awhile a kitten, God said.
For you to love while he lives, and mourn when he's dead.
Maybe for twelve or fourteen years, or maybe two or three.
But will you, 'till I call him back, take care of him for Me?

He'll bring his charms to gladden you and, should his stay be brief
You'll always have his memories as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return.
But there are lessons taught below I want this kitten to learn.

I've looked the whole world over in search of teachers true.
And from the folk that crowds life's land I have chosen you.
Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain?
Nor hate Me when I come to take My kitten home again?

I fancied that I heard them say 'Dear Lord Thy Will Be Done'
For all the joys this kitten brings the risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness, we'll love him while we may.
And for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay.

But should You call him back much sooner than we planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.
If, by our love we've managed Your wishes to achieve,
Then in memory of him whom we loved, please help us while we grieve.
When our cherished kitten departs this world of strife,
Please send yet another needing soul for us to love all his life.

-Author Unknown-

A Small Lion

A cat is but a small lion who socializes with humans.

-Anonymous-

her royal highness preparing for a second catnap!

Flush Away Gizmo!

Purr-fectly Contented

When the housework is done,
It's time to sit and rest.
She climbs upon my lap,
And cuddles on my chest.

She purrs and nudges softly,
Her head rubs back and forth.
A tail swishes in my face,
Her tongue is very coarse.

She stays until she's finished,
Then jumps down on the floor.
She roams around my feet and legs,
And really wants some more.

She knows just what she needs,
And lets you know it too.
So persistent is her way,
You cannot make her choose.

She is a pet and a friend,
A companion when alone.
Her presence makes me happy,
She makes our house a home.

-Clara Ashmore-

munchie hanging out with mommie

caeli dozing on daddy

Cat Kisses

Sandpaper kisses
On a cheek or a chin
That is the way
for a day to begin!

Sandpaper kisses
A cuddle and a purr
I have an alarm clock
That's covered in fur!

-Author Unknown-

caeli and her favourite lollipop :)