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Monday, February 18, 2013

Unwritten rules of owning a cat

In loving memory of Max 10~2~12
 Owning a pet is a big responsibility, but from my experience, cats aren't that hard to take care of.  Here are some tips on owning a cat. By the way, these tips will most likely be for the cats on the street. If you bought a pure-bred (not a stray) then don't pay attention to this post.

Rule #1: Only pick them up , about, twice a day.
One thing that I do remember, is that my cat was moody. One day my cat loves me and would lay on me, and the next day he would scratch me and bite me for no reason. Whether he loved or hated me that day was unpredictable.So that this doesn't happen to you, I recommend that you only try to pick them up 2-3 times a day. If it is having that day were it is in love with you, it will come to you on its own. Don't be tricked by its fake "sweet angel kitten" act. It could turn ugly if you let your guard down.

Rule #2: Never own or wear any black clothing
Every cat sheds, and when it sheds, it gets everywhere. It gets on your furniture, it becomes part of the air, it gets in your food, which to leads to the mouth, and most important, it gets on clothes. So it really isn't smart to own black clothing. If you own a naked/shaved/bald cat, you don't have to worry about this type of stuff happening to you. Another smart thing to do is to have a huge supply of lint rollers. Even though you can't see it as much, the shed is on all of your clothing. Also brush the cat everyday or else it will throw up hair balls,that is no lie.

Rule #3: Always clean the kitty litter once a day.
From my experience, if the kitty litter is not cleaned once a day, the house begins to smell like cat pee and poop. So unless you like the smell of cat box, I recommend you clean it everyday. There were times when I was paranoid that I smelled like litter odor, because I did not follow this rule all the time. Another tip is to not have it in the family room, your bedroom etc. If you put it in, maybe, the garage or outside, your house probably will not have a kitty odor. Also a thing that people are doing now is potty training their cat. It is recommended to do it when they are young. If you do it when they are already used to the kitty litter box, it will be more of a challenge for, both, you and your cat.

Rule #4: Never ever ever own rodents, birds, reptiles, fish, or even insects.
This is not Tom and Jerry. The cat won't use objects to try to kill the other pet.Your cat will succeed in killing the other pet in any way. I once had a fish, her name was Princess, and it was like any other day. I went to school, then came home. When I walked into the door, my poor Princess was dried up, laying on the carpet, dead. To make it worse, someone in my house joked and said "Hey guess I don't need to get dinner.We're having sushi!"  So to save a life, please, do not own any other pets. However, I recommend owning another cat, other than this one, also. The other cat is less likely to become depressed, lonely, and suicidal if it has a friend.

Rule #5: Take your cat the veterinarian regularly.
This is the most important one. Cats are like humans, they need to have check-ups too. I wish that I had done this with my cat. Maybe he would have had more time or maybe even not died at all, if I took him to the vet. Also, if you ever think that something is wrong with your cat or they are acting weird don't even think twice about taking them to the vet. It is important that the cat be fixed when you first get it, so that it can not have kittens or not get another cat pregnant. While you are there at the first appointment, also get all of their shots done. If you do not get these done, there is a high chance it will spray or get rabies.

P.S.  These are only tips that come from experience. However, not all of them happened. I was not a bad cat owner, if that is what you got from this whole post.









Thursday, February 14, 2013

Unwritten Rules of Being in the Girl's Locker Room

The Girls locker room!!! Being in the girl's locker room is not a scary place just be aware of your surroundings. You can't turn your back for one second without something happening to you or to someone else. Be prepare.
  1. If you are in the girls locker and you know you kind of have a stinch on you or you're musty. Tip: take your clothes off at the same time as the person next to you, so you won't be automatically spotted.
  2. Make sure you do not have a murph (wedgie) or girls will say OUT LOUD ewwww pull that out! That's so NASTY! I see your "behind."
  3. If you are ASHY and in NEED of some LOTION whisper to one or two people that's the closest next to you do you have some lotion. If not, make the quickest route possible to the nearest water place or someone you can TRUST to get some lotion on those ashy ankles or someone will EMBARASS you in front of everybody in that locker room because of how ashy you are.
  4. If you are wearing flats, sandals, or shoes that don't need socks make sure you bring an extra pair of socks for p.e. or spray your shoes with something that smells like febreze. If you don't, rumors will go around and say you have some smelly fungus feet.
  5. If you are on "that time of the month" wear some shorts under your pants or make sure you smell really good before removing any clothing because if anyone smells something, they will say something OUT LOUD.
  6. Do not forget your p.e. clothes because if you do that word LOANER will stick to you.
  7. When you are dressing out, make sure you have your backside to a wall or something that covers it because your friends will come behind and smack you as hard as they could. REAL TALK! Be prepared and take cover.
  8. If you let out a little gas be sure you are not the first one who says, "Do you smell that," because they will automatically blame you and put you on blast.
  9. Make sure you have every undergarment on right and tight before taking off any clothes because whoever got flashed will say something that makes you feel bad about yourself and everyone will stare at you like you have something on your face.
  10. Lastly, before you are finished make sure you look in the mirror and check every aspect of your body to see if anything is messed up or showing something or anything because most girls will just let you walk out looking like a hot mess.
These are the unwritten rules of being in the girl's locker room. Take them in and make sure you don't forget. Be prepared and take cover!

Unwritten Rules of Going on Pointe

          Pointe!! Ummm ya it hurts! What is pointe? Pointe is when a ballerina goes on the tips of her toes. Pointe shoes are hand made shoes ballet shoes with multiple parts to allow ballerinas to go on the tips of their toes. So what are the unwritten rules of going on pointe?

  1. Get over your box!! The box... the tip of your pointe shoe (usually made of paper hardened by glue and occasionally wood). Lets just say if you don't get over your box don't be surprised if you have a broken ankle...
  2. Don't complain... When I say complain I mean don't say, "This hurts my toe..." It hurts every ones toe. You can ask about how to reduce pain in your toe which would be nice to have less pain. Don't complain because you knew before you were on pointe the levels of pain most likely to be involved.
  3. Keep your toe nails short!! If they are too long they can crack... I know the feeling of cracked toe nails... it's not fun! Cut them enough to where you don't break skin! If your nails are too long they can also be pushed away from the skin that holds the nail to the toe. So your nail can be pushed away from the skin and start large amounts of blood... not fun! Beware of ingrown toe nails!
  4. Despite the pain in your toes try to look happy. Yeah it's hard I know. But try to look like you are living your dream and be happy. Despite the pain remember why you are doing this? Hopefully it's because you love it.
      Follow these rules... please!!! And if your going on pointe good luck!

The Unwritten Rules of Going to The Girl's Bathroom.

The Unwritten Rules of Going To The Girls Bathroom:
1. Don't ever go alone. You never know if your enemy is in there doing her make up and you might need back up.
2. Always wash your hands. Even if you don't usually, do it because if someone sees you leave without doing it then rumors will spread saying you're dirty.
3. Don't actually sit on the toilet. You have no idea who's sat there.
4. If you see two girls arguing in there then you leave.
5. If all the mirrors are taken by the popular girls doing their make up then you just wait till they're done to wash your hands.
6. ALWAYS check if there is toilet paper. NOBODY is going to put their hand under the door to give you some.
7. Don't put your backpack on the ground. The ground is disgusting and that's why you bring your best friend so they can hold your stuff while you do your business.
8. Don't talk to anyone from separate stalls. That's just weird and nobody wants to be bothered while taking care of business.
9. DON'T EVER, EVER, look through the crack in the stall. YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU MIGHT SEE.
10. If you're going to text while in there, go in a stall so the proctors won't see you on your phone when they walk in.

Thursday, February 7, 2013

The Memorial of the Alley Pizza

How do you taste longing for someone?
It's that salty taste in your mouth
The strong,sour taste you get
Like you've just walked through an alley
And the smell of the alley reeks so horridly
That you can taste it
But, you almost enjoy it.

The taste of a day old box of pizza
Simmering in the July sun
In an old dark alley dumpster
In that neighborhood

The stench full taste is full of memories
Full of laughter and delight
That you used to adore

The opposite of having someone
Having that someone who was there with you
Through the stench
To create the delight.

What Happens to a Soul Forgotten

What happens to a soul forgotten?
Does it run free,
lost in the night?
Will it seek revenge,
one the ones who once said,
I love you?
Or forget it all,
to find only peace and happiness?
Can it pierce ones mind,
with dimenting thoughts?
Maybe even keep you awake at night,
Wondering,
What happens to a soul forgotten?

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Life As A Teenage Girl

 
She changed so much.
She grown so fast.
Hanging out with boys.
They're going to need a cast.
 
Wearing make-up at this age.
Each day its different.
Why is she doing this?
Just to get compliments?
 
She makes mistakes.
And never learns the first.
Ignores most people now..
Is it just me or is this a curse?
 
Can't make up my mind.
Need to know what to do.
I finally realized,
This is what all parents go through.
 
Feel kind of sorry.
Just for my friends.
But now, thinking.
It might depend.
 
Things I said.
I caused them pain.
Hopefully they forgave me.
Because I don't want to play this game.
 
I really can't explain.
How hard this is.
I'm not going to just try,
but I'm going to accomplish.
 
My family tries to help.
But they don't know what to do.
I'm trying to figure it out.
As much as they're trying to.
 
It's time to grow up.
And become a lady.
I'm going to change.
And hopefully I'm ready.
 
 
 

My Fair-well Ode to Twinkies

I miss you
And your rich cream
that felt like tiny,white pillows
dancing with my taste buds
every time I devoured you

I will miss you
and your warm, welcoming texture
So golden and soft
How I long for your sweet smell of love

Before,
I thought you were the devil inside a fattening and sugary pastry
Then, I tried you
and I felt God hug me
in that brief moment
as I bit into you for the first time
Even making me forget how unhealthy you are

But now you are gone
Forever I will miss you
I'm very sad that my grandchildren
won't feel the joy of you
They will never have that marvellous first bite
I'm glad I could love you while it lasted

I will never forget you my dearly beloved Twinkie
Goodbye

Photo Credit

Favorite Poem-Alpha and Omega

                                                             Alpha and Omega
                                                        Two different individuals
                                                  They do as the sun and moon do
                                                           When they meet
                                                              They balance

Death

A sweet thing, but also painful.
The pain is over,
But only for the ones lucky enough to die.

There are the lucky ones.
There misery ends by taking there lives.
No more hate,
No more fake love.

Then there's the ones who are happy.
Happy with there lives.
Happy with everything.

Then there's me.
I live day to day suffering the pain.
The pain of losing a loved one,
The memories flooding in my head.
The memories of that lucky one.

You left me behind.
You left m in this creul,sick world,
The world we all call home.