stars of light
alone, cold
shivering on a frosty night
Not knowing who you were or whence you came, I knew I would love you just the same
I took you in giving you warmth from my home,
knowing you’d be safe never again shall you roam
Somehow you coming was an omen outside my door,
little did you know the love you would restore
My precious feline was taken suddenly that fast,
you came to me so my love would forever last
Now you must leave for rules have been broken,
you’re healthy and your adoption has been spoken
I can’t change what roads you and I must take,
but please know unwillingly you - I must forsake
As I carry you close within my breaking heart,
please remember, my love for you from the very start -
my Mai Ling
The Mother Cat
Beautiful,touching, honest. Rhoda, you are the mother cat the poet that will never to be forgotten.
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Jaime
Touching and beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing this with us.
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It is so sad to give away your cats, I know what you must felt sweety,pets are parts of our family, but only those who love animals can feel that, I have a dog, I adore her. I'm sure you gave away your cats to someone or someplace where they be save and loved. Take care of yourself and smile :) Charma
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Dear Rhoda, It's your kind heart that opened you up to the pain. You just wanted to save the lives of two abandoned kitties. Never condemn yourself for loving. Love is a gift to the world. Hope you will be able to visit Mai Ling. Knowing she is in a good home has to be of comfort but still hard. It takes awhile to get over loss. My thoughts and prayers go with you.
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