(Venus of Urbino by Titian)
I am a humble pussy cat
my fur is red and white
I’m not a Renaissance painter’s dream
or a swordsman of great might
I lived with my owner till she died
then they put me in a cage
I lived there forever, it seemed
I wondered if I’d be saved
Now I have lots of furry friends
and good (diet) food to eat
scratch posts and mouse toys to play with
my world is quite complete
So don’t forget–it’s never too late
for good things to happen to you
don’t ever give up, be steadfast
and your dreams can come true
Suburban Hobo 
Purrrrrrrrrrrrr…
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(w)right on Bernie!!
U rock!
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Such a beautiful sweet boy!!! No it’s never too late, Bernie is a living testament to the power of hope and love. Even in our darkest moments we can rise up and thrive, dance, and purr!!!!!
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Yes, hope, love and kindness can conquer all!
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I like happy endings. I never noticed the dog in the painting til now.
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I didn’t notice the dog either until you pointed it out, Greg.
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And why is the woman in the background rolling up her sleeve to beat the girl?
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Perhaps.
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Erica, that’s a very sweet poem. Thanks for sharing it.
Bernie is a real cutie ❤
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Thanks, Ben!
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Very sweet! Love Bernie.
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Thank you, Karen.
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Shelter cats are the best. It may take awhile for them to feel safe, but then they’re total snuggle-bugs
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