Cat Got My Smile

The gift of a new year
a new beginning
greeted my day
in the most unexpected of ways

Words directed towards me
in the warmest embrace
sweet memories
reminding me
of an adoration
felt so deep,
one that still lingers
in the most satisfying of ways
delivered
to heart and mind
and body

Divine tingles
drenched
in loving compassion

I had to smile
in the ray of light
that is the most
meaningful of blessings

Despite the missteps
of my weakened spirit,
I've been bathed
in the delight
of you

I've reread it
again and again,
feeling such a rise within
knowing that I haven't been forgotten

My day is brighter
because of that indescribable glow
that sparkles in every
offer you share
of that decadent mind

I must confess
I've read you daily
like one might read a newspaper,
but not for the news
but for those majestic views
and that undeniable skill
of engaging all senses
in the pleasure-drenched
world of the grandest dreams

I hope your eyes
will stumble upon this
and you can feel the meaning
in my sincerest salute
of gratitude

For you have inspired me,
yet again
in the magic
of that familiar purr,
that needed stir

Feeling you from head to toe
like a healing balm for the soul

Yes, I feel it...
and reflect it back
in your direction

Oh sweetness,
did you hear me call your name?
It wouldn't be the first time,
nor will it ever be the last

You always told me to keep smiling,
and you've ensured I can.