Too darn hot

When cats, young
Normally playful, fast, darting


Stop. Stretch out. Yawn.
It's too darn hot:

 

When kittens, curious
Usually exploring, nosing, testing


Give up. Lay down. Shut eyes.
It's too darn hot:


 

Poems and photo by Keith Beasley,
Aug 29th 2006

 

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