Tag Archives: cats

Haiku–Come n’Get It

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Jim Stewart

Cat-sized squirrel runs, tail floating, waving a flag; here Kitty, Kitty.   (In tree: clarionledger.com; flying: highdefforum; cat: marthastewart.com)

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To Grow and Be Safe

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Jim Stewart

Well. You’re both down there now with pieces of my heart, shared like brie on a plate for the enjoyment of this family who loves unconditionally and proffers a home to grow in and be safe. We are emptier than … Continue reading →

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Silly Old Cat

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Jim Stewart

Silly old cat. You almost made it to twenty. What is that in cat years? You never gave in to mere affection and were loathe to suffer a belly rub. You drew blood from the uninitiated. Maine Coon and who … Continue reading →

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Winter Kill

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Jim Stewart

Across the street and old man ferociously attacks the winter kill on his low-slung juniper. He steps back to clear the sweat and smacks his lips in satisfaction. “Won’t let the new stuff grow,” he says. His cat bobs her … Continue reading →

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Waiting Just to Play

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Jim Stewart

I’ve given all my life to play a rounded wooden box that measures what I’ve gained and burns up what I’ve lost. Quiet house at the edge of dawn: the moon scrubs clean the windows and the cats stay busy … Continue reading →

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