Cupcake

(Dedicated to my daughter Cupcake who whines when Im not there, and complains when I am)

Sleek with grace I make my presence known
purring at the sight that you are home
Giving you the pleasure of petting me for a while
knowing that it never fails to leave you with a smile

scratching at the couch is what i do best
Chasing your bare feet, and getting lots of rest
pretending that I have no clue just what you said
bringing you some gifts of prey that Ive made dead

I know it seems to you I dont care when you are near
But thats because when you are out my calls you do not hear
I cry until my throat is hoarse because I miss you so
How much I really need you I think this you need to know