Simba the kitten was a sprightly little cat
She played and played for hours in my grandma’s old blue hat
She ran and jumped at shadows and she rolled upon the floor
She sparred there in the mirror with the cat upon the door
She thought she was a tiger as she crept around the house
Her wide blue eyes were searching for a cunning little mouse
Together they played daily and when the day was through
Together they would curl right up and sleep the hours through
Simba liked to watch me when I showered every day
She’d swat the water droplets then she’d turn and run away
She’d hide among the bushes and she’d watch the birds in flight
And when they swooped upon her she would run away in fright
She’d run right down the passage and skid into the wall
She’d stand right up and shake herself and pounce upon her ball
At night when we were sleeping she’d sneak into our room
And jump upon the bed where she’d sit and have a groom
Now Simba’s almost nineteen – yes, she’s in her aging years
Her eyes are almost blinded and she weeps a constant tear
I know that when she’s sleeping she dreams of days gone by
Of days of youthful wonder when nothing made her cry
And as I watch her dreaming I shed a tear or two
I know that one day very soon her life will be all through
But till that time is on us we will love her every day
And think about the life she had when she was young at play
When Simba’s days are over – she will sleep a peaceful sleep
And when I lay there dreaming – into my dreams she’ll creep
Dear Simba how I love you – what a friend you’ve been to me
Now sleep my friend – sleep my friend – now the spirits set you free
5.4.2004
Author notes
prompt used: Your pet
In a list
A contest entry
- Lots Of Options! by hotchocolate.
550 points, ended February 2, 2009, 14 entries
Bronze trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - In Memory of Your Pets by Symphony.
600 points, ended May 26, 2009, 26 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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No lover of cats does not stop me from enjoying a very fine poem concerning yours/ I can well understand your feelings on your pet As i had the same with my little dog
It is hard to understand just how attached to them one becomes, and the empty feeling when they're gone
A most enjoyable read
Excellent
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Thanks, Legend. Yes, I loved all my cats and I think they had a great life.
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What a gorgeous picture -
a long entry, but held my attention all the way through, it was such an epic tale of her life -
seems to me that you must have surely caught all sides of Simba, and what a way you told her life story - truly made her proud ...
i'm sorry for the loss, it sounds like you two had some amazing times together - thank you though for sharing this with us
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How charming!
This is a pix of a Persian kitten! I love this write & am so glad you won a trophy! This is so delightful & full of imagery & fun. This is exactly how 'lil kitties are & you made this as clear as a video! I was right there with you as I read this. Nice work here!
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Thanks, mate. Your comments are really beautiful and i am very touched.
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Moving and well written. It LOOKS as if it might be a little uneven when in fact, it reads quite smoothly. I had to take a couple of deep breaths to keep from tearing up. VERY good job!
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Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. I appreciate the read very much.
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beautiful
You tell of you cat Simba, so well in your poem. It almost makes me cry, because I had my Kiki for 18 yrs, and he passed away last April.
Your rhyming is excellent, and congratulations on the Bronze!
Jeannette 
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Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. I know how hard it is to lose a friend. My sweetie died in 2002 at aged 19. Once again, thank you.
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Touching. Another story skilfully weaved into a rhyme. Now everybody loves Simba.
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Thank you. It is still a bit rough in places but Did what it was suppose to. Thank you for reading. Very much appreciated.
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awww...I love kitties! I have two of my own...congrats to you on the bronze! Loved this piece ~Marla~
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Thank you! I am so glad you liked it. Will drop by soon.
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Beautiful~
Oh My Word this pulls and tugs at the Heartstrings~ Swells the eyes to the point I am still sniffling-
Powerful piece penned and also message brought forth Precious!!~ 
Congratulations on Your Trophy win!
-Throws confetti-
Woooooooooo Hoooooooooooo
Thank You for sharing Your Heart and Spirit~
Many blessings to You in all You do Sweet Soul
Best wishes too
with much love & light~ Desire~*~
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Thank you so much. I am glad you liked this piece. I will drop by your page soon.
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Nice poem condor
You tell very heart warming stories
and thank you again for all your encouraging
words about my poems.
Artie
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Thanks, mate. I appreciate your words. Have been off all week so will catch up with you this weekend.
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Thank you so much. Much appreciated.
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So Lovely
I could feel the love you have for her your sweet cat. This was a delight to read. Very heartfelt and full of your caring for your pet. I love the rhyme and the story was so sweet to read. You take Smiles, Sandy
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Thank you and much appreciated.
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Condor
Masterful!
I think the "Simba" rhymed beautifully. A rose by any other name, etc!
Great stuff!
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Ta, mate.
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aw this is truly adorable i love cats so i really truly enjoyed this piece u did a truly magnificent job with this piece well done ur details and descriptions are awesome I love ur imagery and the flow. I love it!!!!!
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Thank you, Princess.I am glad you liked this one. I wrote this a long time ago for my darling Lowannah. She was so precious to me, and so very very gentle in nature. I couldn't get her name to rhyme with anything, so Simba substituted.
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You certainly love your cat. Me too. Poetically I love it all. the bouncy rhythm to go with a playful kitten, the rhyme scheme to go with the rhythm and the wonderful story you have told.
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Thanks, Bob. This one was written about my cat, Lowannah, but it was hard to get rhyme for her name, so Simba it was.
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