Feline Friend

Flesh and bones, wrapped in raven and ochry, runs across my bedroom floor.
Flesh and bones, wrapped in raven and ochry, scurries as fast as she can.
Flesh and bones, wrapped in raven and ochry.

Fright and anxiety, wrapped in raven and ochry, stiffens as she's lifted into mid-air.
Relief and appreciation, wrapped in raven and ochry, relaxes in my arms.
Love and affection, wrapped in raven and ochry, curls upon my chest.
Loyalty and caring, wrapped in raven and ochry, purrs into my ears.

Flesh and bones, wrapped in ivory rose, stretches upon the bed.
Flesh and bones, wrapped in ivory rose, runs circles of pain.
Flesh and bones, wrapped in ivory rose.

Fright and anxiety, wrapped in ivory rose, grasps tightly to a lump of fur.
Relief and appreciation, wrapped in ivory rose, drips tears upon the fur.
Love and affection, wrapped in ivory rose, rests her head on the fur.
Loyalty and caring, wrapped in ivory rose, listens to the purr.

August 1, 1990