Comment from Reese Turner

Excellent

So, we tied in one? That puts me in pretty good company! I would brag about it to my wife, but she would just yawn and walk away. Great honor.
Merry and Happy 2 U

 Comment Written 15-Dec-2020

Comment from equestrik

Excellent

I really enjoyed this write for the 'What Makes Me Happy' contest. I think your parallels to what we are dealing with in the world right now are very effective. Best to you in the contest.

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2020

Thanks for your favorable review!

Comment from sammielwf

Exceptional

Okay! I just had to give this a six! I just had too. With all the companionship and complexities of the cat/ human bond....this took first place in my heart....
I'm not shi**ing you either
Sammielwf

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2020

I am delighted with your decision to give me a 6. I'm pleased you had a spare one for me.

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

This is an endearing write about your beloved cat who provides you with good company and gives you some friendship and the world can be in chaos, but in your home there is love between you, much enjoyed, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2020

Yep, she's a lovely kitty cat.

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written poem about the things that make us happy in life. The little things about our pets that make us smile when we think about their way of showing affection.

 Comment Written 11-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 11-Dec-2020

The affection of an animal is unique.

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

Lol. Well, even if you didn't let us know it was your cat that made you happy, it would be clear that this kind of relationship is what friendship should be like - overlooking each other's differences and continue to bond. Best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 11-Dec-2020

Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick

Excellent

Nicely written poem for what makes me happy. While this might sound sappy what brings me joy is my cat. She knows nothing of frauds deception she just wants to purr on my knee. Good luck in the contest. Great photo.

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2020

Thanks for reviewing!

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

Dear Mystery Poet,

hahahahaha Well, what more could any person ask for than that? I mean, it seems people do that last thing to each other all the time, right? So having a friend you can trust is pretty special. Thanks!

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2020

I'm pleased you got a chuckle out of this. I think not being shat on by a friend should be a compulsory quality.

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This poem, An Example of Loving Friendship, runs the typical qualifiers for friendship until the end when both the need to pee in the corner is forgiven, and the absence of being shit on is acknowledged.

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2020

I think not being shat on by a friend should be a compulsory quality.

Comment from kmoss

Excellent

Pets love is unconditionally no matter what! This poem is sweet and funny. I think this line could be worded better:what brings me joy is my cat.
good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2020

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2020

Thanks for your comments about the poem. I wanted 'cat' to be an echo rhyme with 'impact' and 'fact'. I couldn't see how to word it better and wonder if you could suggest an alternative line to improve it?

reply by kmoss on 10-Dec-2020

I?m definitely not an expert, just try to give my honest opinion.
Most of my joy comes from my cat.
I get loads of joy from my cat.
Joyful tidings from my cat.
Joyous times with my cat.

reply by the author on 10-Dec-2020

Thanks for your suggestions... honest opinions are always appreciated. Your last 2 suggestions wouldn't finish the sentence properly, and I don't see your first 2 as improvements. It sounds blunt and it's not meant to. I sincerely value comments and to see what appeals, or doesn't, to a reader.

reply by kmoss on 10-Dec-2020

I value the same. I also respect the writer?s opinion. I do not change some things when suggested either. It?s a wonderful poem either way! Cheers and Merry Christmas to you and your cat!

reply by the author on 10-Dec-2020

Thanks for your gracious response and good wishes. I hope you have a splendid Christmas too!