A HAPPY PAIR.
Reading edition
BY R. K. MUNKITTRICK.
There was a bull-dog and a cat Who, strange as it may seem. Together by the shining stove Would fall asleep and dream. Whene'er in fun he'd rush at her, Her eyes would never glare; Nor would she scratch his honest face, Or elevate her hair. And when the sky was bright with stars, His comforts to begin, Upon her back, so warm and soft, He'd lay his shaggy chin. And in this way he'd fall asleep, And all his cares would cease; While Tabby, most good-naturedly, Would purr and dream in peace. They were the very best of friends, They never had a fray; And probably they are the same Unto this very day.