We are odd indeed
To think that we
Alone of all god's creatures
Are worthy of recognition
For
I am certain beyond question
That when the last day arrives
Our company will swell
With fox, raven, hare and rat
And
When we finally are admitted
We will see
Sharpening her nails upon His most resplendent throne
God's favorite
Unrepentant calico cat
Mary Margaret Carlisle
March, 1996