“CUBBY.”

Just a little fluffy ball of fur, Fawn and brown, and smooth and soft as silk; Just two cunning little paws of tan, Velvet-gloved, to dabble in the milk. Little paws to pat my tired face, Spring and play, and help me to forget. Little, merry, restless, tireless feet— Just a little playful, happy pet.

Just a little yielding, graceful form, Cuddled softly down beside my cheek; Just two little tender, fawn-like eyes, Looking all the love they cannot speak; Just a little song of sweet content, Murmured soft and low beside my ear; Just a little kitten I have loved— Not forgotten, and to memory dear. —Mary Morrison.