Tiny orange striped, spotted blur
bounds up and down the steps
nestles in shoes, pounces laces
bats at feet and toys.
Big blue eyes grow heavy
cradle him in my arms
feel his contented purrs
sprawls on my lap.
Ears perked, watches me type
plays with the mouse
tiptoes across the keyboard
hops down to start again.
After years of passively contemplating adopting a pet, we fell in love with this six-week-old former stray. He’s a cuddler, always purring, just perfect for us.
The Everyday Epic 