Deep in sleep,
Snuggled into sweet dream’s glows,
I am tickled awake
By whiskers and a wet nose.

A pounce to announce
Another feline arrival,
As my toes get nibbled
By the first cat’s rival.

Smitten by kittens,
I welcome their play
Even though they wake me
Each and every day.

Rashes of scratches,
My legs and furniture attacked,
By tiny dagger-like claws
(While the scratching post remains intact!)

Purrs in fur,
They snuggle into my lap,
Contented they drift
Into a warm, comforting nap.

Pests or blessed?
These cats defy definition
While they do their tricks
Like little magicians.