by Charles Hasley / Charles Hasley 2014

You came to me a 4 month old kitten, a pretty grey and white, Rocky was your name. You scratched my face, but I loved you anyway. You peed on me, but I loved you anyway. You Splashed your water bowl rotting the floor, but I loved you anyway. You used the litter without covering, but I loved you anyway. With all your flaws you were funny and lovable. As you grew old I loved you more. You mellowed and would lovingly rub your head against mine. You grew thin and sick, but I loved you anyway.Your eyes grew weak as one night you faded away. My dear old friend Rocky I will love you always.

 

Charles Hasley