Waiting to take the cat to the vet

We usually don*t board the cat at Christmas.  This year, when we*re gone, the counter tops will be installed.  So instead of staying in the basement, the cat will be at the vet*s.

Soon and very soon

We will take the cat

To stay

With the vet.

He is completely unaware

Of the plans,

Curled up

In my lap,

Purring

Eyes at half mast.

The cat carrier waits

In the partial kitchen.

It waits.

I wait.

The cat is perfectly content.

Just wait.