When I die do not stand above my grave and let your tears fall
Do not let grief take over your life and all you’ve lived for
Find another that can take my place
An old unloved cat with nothing to live for
Or an abandoned kitten stuck in the streets of New York
Dare you not say you will never replace me
You need another no matter what happens
Who else better to comfort you in harsh times than an old cat or an abandoned kitten?
Who can take you through the oceans of hardship if not another cat?
Mold and shape them to your liking
Give them my blanket, my pillows, my place by the fire
Make a costume for them on the festive occasions
Give them treats and make them happy like you once did for me
Make me happy, make me proud
After all, you will always have a place in your heart where I flourish
Take another cat, like me.
I was abandoned in the streets of New York, and I was old
So, make another cat proud to be with you
You will always know where I am
So go and get another
I will be with them, you, and I will teach them the ways of me
And when your alone in the damp frosty night
Look at the stars above
I am there
I know you will have listened to me when I see the black cat on your lap
Purring as you gently pet it
Like you did to me once
Like you did to me

Adelaide Grider(me)