Cat's Surprise
575 Cat's can be so deceiving!10 total reviews
Comment from Sharon Haiste
I think this is a good entry for the 5-7-5 Cats writing prompt.
This short verse tells a clear story and the picture is a good match.
I wish you luck with the contest.
Sharon
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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I think this is a good entry for the 5-7-5 Cats writing prompt.
This short verse tells a clear story and the picture is a good match.
I wish you luck with the contest.
Sharon
Comment Written 08-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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thanks, Sharon.
Comment from Debbie Pope
Well, I can't tell if you are a cat lover or not. You know your cats though. They are the masters of deception, and their speed with the kill is amazing. They are also warm, loving creatures that purr out of contentment. Like you say, they are unpredictable and full of surprises.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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Well, I can't tell if you are a cat lover or not. You know your cats though. They are the masters of deception, and their speed with the kill is amazing. They are also warm, loving creatures that purr out of contentment. Like you say, they are unpredictable and full of surprises.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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Debbie, thank you very much for your comment and stars.
Comment from Ogden
Yes, he's trying to look innocent, but a discerning prey might think, 'Why is that cat lying on such an uncomfortable perch which would be an excellent place from which to pounce on an innocent passerby like me?' But, he might succeed against a dumb bunny.
Your poem was excellent food for thought.
:)
Don
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Yes, he's trying to look innocent, but a discerning prey might think, 'Why is that cat lying on such an uncomfortable perch which would be an excellent place from which to pounce on an innocent passerby like me?' But, he might succeed against a dumb bunny.
Your poem was excellent food for thought.
:)
Don
Comment Written 07-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you for the perfect comment and the five stars. In general a mouse has no chance against my four cats; they are skilled hunters.
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You're very welcome.
(Not even a smart mouse?)
Don
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Not smart enough against four VERY smart cats.
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So I guess you don't have much of a mouse problem.
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Live mice? No. Dead ones? Sometimes. When one of my cats catches and kills a mouse, they play a while with it. When they get bored, they place the little corpse proudly on my feet! I call that a mouse problem.
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Oh. I agree!. So, is it that you keep them (the cats, not dead mice) because of an otherwise overabundance of live mice?
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Oh. I agree!. So, is it that you keep them (the cats, not dead mice) because of an otherwise overabundance of live mice?
Comment from rspoet
This is an excellent 5-7-5 poem for the cat's contest
It's just instinct for the cat to sit in wait then pounce.
Great picture of the cat
Well done
Good luck in the contest
Robert
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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This is an excellent 5-7-5 poem for the cat's contest
It's just instinct for the cat to sit in wait then pounce.
Great picture of the cat
Well done
Good luck in the contest
Robert
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Robert, thank you. I see you observe cats too. I have four cats, different ones between them and love to follow their antics. You should see how they dominate my three dogs! BTW, if I counted well, it is a 5-7-5 poem.
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I hit the wrong key. It is indeed a 5-7-5. Good luck
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That's OK. Thanks for the assurance that I can still count! (Lol)
Comment from Dancemom
This is a great entry for the cats 575 poetry contest. You have described cats very well: how they go from happy to ticked off in three seconds. They are truly mysterious creatures. Great job and thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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This is a great entry for the cats 575 poetry contest. You have described cats very well: how they go from happy to ticked off in three seconds. They are truly mysterious creatures. Great job and thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you Heather. I appreciate your five stars a lot.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
You have made excellent use of all of your syllables in this realistic poem that addresses the predatory side of those cuddly, purring creatures that we treat like royalty. Descriptive
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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You have made excellent use of all of your syllables in this realistic poem that addresses the predatory side of those cuddly, purring creatures that we treat like royalty. Descriptive
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much Janice, for your praise and five stars.
Comment from zanya
This feline looks happy and content as it lies in wait -or simply purrs and snoozes the time away - with the final line being a reminder of the cat's instinct
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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This feline looks happy and content as it lies in wait -or simply purrs and snoozes the time away - with the final line being a reminder of the cat's instinct
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Zanya, thank you for your comment and five stars! Appreciated.
Comment from Susan X Smith
This is certainly a unique "take" on the writing prompt. Other kitties may be soft and cuddly, but this one is one to watch out for. I enjoyed reading this and the picture is a fitting complement.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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This is certainly a unique "take" on the writing prompt. Other kitties may be soft and cuddly, but this one is one to watch out for. I enjoyed reading this and the picture is a fitting complement.
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thanks a lot, Susan! Good to see I ascertained to the choice of the picture too.
I have four cats. By observing them, the text for the poem followed easily.
Comment from w.j.debi
Yes, a cat can look like it is doing nothing at all, just sitting there peacefully taking a snooze. But suddenly it comes to life and everything changes in a moment.
Love the picture you have chosen to support your theme.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Yes, a cat can look like it is doing nothing at all, just sitting there peacefully taking a snooze. But suddenly it comes to life and everything changes in a moment.
Love the picture you have chosen to support your theme.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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W.J.debi, I am happy with your five stars for the poem and your approval of the picture. Observing cats brings surprises!
Comment from K Dono
I like this! I think you perfectly described a cats personality. You know when that purring will turn. The picture is great too with the peaceful sleep.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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I like this! I think you perfectly described a cats personality. You know when that purring will turn. The picture is great too with the peaceful sleep.
Comment Written 06-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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KDono, thank you. I am so happy with the five stars you gave me, and the nice analysis of the cat's personality. I liked the picture myself.
