Sandpaper kisses br Rasp on cheeks and chins, br This good morning wash br Is how it all begins! br If I’m not too careful br This Tortoiseshell Cat br Will lick me all day br Til my face has gone flat! br Her purrs compensate br For the embarrassment, br As an awkward grimace br Greets her good intent. br If it were possible br I’m sure she would smile, br Reflecting her joy br At seeing my profile.