The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Me and My Cat

I am the pussy-cat entrancer
I am fluent in Brrp and Mau
I have a black belt in tummy tickling
the mistress of blinking real slow

I am the pussy-cat hypnotiser
purveyor of kibble and chews
head-bumping expert, cheek rubbing queen
interpreter of hisses, translator of mee-ows

I am the pussy-cat controller
of the fluffy monster asleep on my chest, but -
yes, I’ll open the door when you roll on the floor
yes, I’ll clean out your dish, obey every wish
yes, I’ll wash your cat bed, let you scratch me to shreds
yes, I’ll play hide and seek when you wiggle and squeak!
As your butler, I know pussy-cat knows best.

About the Writer


Lesley James

Lesley is a recipient of the Representing Wales Award 2024-25. She is a teacher and poet who writes for young people and less young people. Nothing is more funny, thrilling or entertaining than the real life you can see from your own window!