Cat, There's a Mouse in the House!

just something stupid that went through my brain...

Cat, There’s a Mouse in the House!

 

Poised and silent you watch your world

For what untold miraculous swirl

Of furtive tail and ratty smell

You sit coiled muscles pointed ears

To watch the room and hear the fears

Oh mighty tremors doth thy tiny beast feel

At sneaky, furtive, racing heart

He crosses the room before he’s caught

Hunters rest, lie in wait

The time is near, best not delay

Oh, wee knee-knocking heart pounding beast

The cat sees you, ‘tis best not to feast

Run fast, run true, run out of here, you!

Or catch you in the trap of fate

Mine on cheese or his on a plate!

 

Bright Ocean Star; February 23, 2015

Author's Note

My cat inspired this one. I often wonder what he thinks as he sits on my couch surveying his kingdom?

Reviews

[MomzillaNC]

Well, if you're on Twitter (should be named, "Catter"), you well know the fascination cats inspire. Your poem adeptly demonstrates some reasons for that fascination. Cats cannot really be domesticated and will always remain our resident little bit of wildlife, condescending to share space with us, and deigning to bear our company awhile.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, MommaZ!..:)

[MomzillaNC]

yw :)

[Confuser]

I thought it was wonderful - the image in my mind was scarey, funny, lively and I was continually hoping for your cat the just get it over with. Very well written & I thank you for a lovely morning adventure. Dale

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Dale. I'm glad you liked it....:)

[Confuser]

You're welcome!

[Einstein Noodle]

oh the damn cat!! they are majestic and do not lie .. as a mouse who gets the cheese; reading this makes me smile .. good one Bright Ocean!!
E.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Einstein, thank you for dropping in...:)

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Freaking hilarious… a fun poem that is sure to entertain children and adults a like.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Cowboy...:)

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

You are very welcome

[Woody]

this is a cute one, Star. cats are certainly inspiring. and quite funny. look at the huge number of hilarious posts on the net.
I believe the one you talked to jacob about is by Robert Burns. so kudos to you :)

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Woody! It always makes me smile to see your reviews. Thank you for dropping in and filling in that lost memory. I appreciate you stopping in to read this one...:)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i often wonder what mine is thinking also..

this reminds me of a steven wright quote...
"the early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese"
and which cat gets the mouse? mmmmm "trap of fate"

cute piece...

[Bright Ocean Star]

Thank you, Jacob. I haven't been terribly inspired lately. But, he likes to hop up on the couch and stare at me when I'm on my computer...and I just wonder what goes through that pea-brained head...:) Thank you for reviewing this one. I kept thinking of that quote from some fameous English poet..."Oh, Wee weak, timmering, cowering beastie... What mighty terror in thy breastie..."
Or something like that. Who was that? A scottish poet? I just can't remember.

[Bright Ocean Star]

No..I think it was "What panic in thy breastie..." or something like that. Was it Robert Burns? I can't remember.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i can't either...

[Bright Ocean Star]

Oh, well...Thank you for dropping in, anyway. It is always a pleasure to read your insightful thoughts. Thanks again, Jacob...:)