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The Fat Black Cat

By: C. L. Collar

I opened the door and there she sat

on my front porch, a Fat Black Cat.

Since Halloween’s not far away

I decided that she could stay

Addition to my fun décor

A Fat Black Cat at my front door.

I really thought by the next day

She would have scampered far away.

But as I opened up the door

She had added to my décor

A big Fat Rat with a pink tail

Of course I let out quite a YELL!

She was not bothered by me much.

She simply said “It’s just my lunch.”

                         I really thought by the next day

                        She would have scampered far away

                        But as I opened up my door

                        She had added to my décor

A Large Black Spider in a Web

“He’s just a friend,” is all she said.

“He might stay for a day

Or he might simply go away.”

I really thought by the next day

THEY would have scampered far away

But when I opened up my door

They both were there and there was more!

She had procured a great big SNAKE

Dead of course, but still a SNAKE!

“He bothered me.” was all she said

As she daintily cleaned her head.

I really HOPED by the next day

THEY would have scampered FAR away.

 

But when I Opened up my door

There was more there than before.

A Bat was hanging from the eaves.

She growled and said. “I am not pleased.

I chased him all night through the trees.

He just won’t go. He’s such a tease!”

I really HOPED by the next day

They would ALL have gone far away!

But when I opened up my door

There was a surprise for sure!

The Cat had donned a Pointed Hat

And a cape was draped upon her back.

She smiled at me “Don’t I look dandy?

Maybe I will get some candy?”

Halloween night was finally here!

No one would come to my house this year

I thought as I looked out the door

At my unusual décor.

They would all be scared and run away

That cat had ruined my favorite day?

As I climbed into my bed

Costumed kids danced in my head

At least I’d see them in my dreams..

Then suddenly the doorbell rings!

I jumped and scampered to the door

And there I was surprised once more.

I opened the door and there she sat

The Fat Black Cat with the pointy hat.

Goblins and ghosts petted her fur

They gave her candy as she purred

Your house’s the best I heard them scream.

And as they ran off,  I know I’d seen

What will be MY BEST, HALLOWEEN!

I thought that she was here to stay

But she had vanished the next day

Gone was the Spider and the Bat

Gone was the Snake and the fat Rat

I really hope she will come back

Next Halloween, my Fat Black Cat!

Happy Halloween Witchy Whoo Style

Witches' Brew

           

           Witchy Brew

       By C.L. Collar

        “Witchy, Witchy, Witchy Woo, what should we put in the brew?”

asked Witchy One of Witchy Two.

            “I do not want to make the brew,” said witchy, witchy, Witchy Two.

“I want to make a nice beef stew.”

            “What has gotten into you?” asked Witchy One of Witchy Two.

“It's Halloween and we must brew.”

            “I have nice eye of newt, so blue. Green toes of toad, I have these too,”

said Witchy One to Witchy Two.

            “No, not one of those will do,”said witchy, witchy, Witchy Two.

“I want to try something brand new.”

            “New does not go in the brew,”said Witchy One to Witchy Two.

“That is one thing we NEVER do.”

            “Ahh. I know what we can do,” said witchy, witchy, Witchy  Two.

“We can and will make old cow brew.”

            “I do believe, that, we can do,” said Witchy One to Witchy Two.

              “It will be old and will be new. Witchy, Witchy, Witchy Woo!”

January 2024

 The New Year Brings so much to look forward to.

There will be more new poems and short stories added to this blog.

I have been in kind of a slump with my writing and blogging since I had Covid 2 years ago. I am finally starting to connect with my muse again. Hopefully I will be finishing the 3rd book in my The McCory Chronicles Series and writing new poems to celebrate the return of my muse.

Wishing all of you the best year of your life and many more ~ 

October Fun

October is Here

By Cathy Collar

October is here with all its delights,

Colorful leaves and scary dark nights.

Hot apple cider and cinnamon buns,

Witches and goblins out having fun.

A round harvest moon with its golden shine.

The witching hour, time between time.

Sweet pumpkin pie, peach cobbler galore.

Ghosts, bats and vampires knock at your door.

 

Hot dogs and smores roast on a campfire.

Demons and trolls slink through the mire.
Yes it’s the scariest time of the year.

Oh but what fun! October is here!

Spring Has Sprung

               Spring                               
         Has  Sprung!
                                   By Cathy Collar

The beautifully colored flowers
Suddenly burst into bloom!
Spreading the scent of sweetness,
Throughout Mother Nature’s room.

              The cheerful birds chirp a melody

As the leaves dance

 to their song.

The butterflies flutter 

from flower to flower
Throughout the whole 

day long.

The bees buzz by so busily,
Doing their very best
To make sure  they touch each tiny flower,
And spread its tenderness.

Mother Nature is pleased, all is well.
Again Spring has Sprung!

She kisses each worker with dew drops,
And tells them how well they have done.

The Pursuit

Hello everyone! November is Here!

This week I am sharing one of my November short stories. I hope you like it!

The Pursuit

By C. L. Collar

“911, what is your Emergency?”

“You must come RIGHT NOW! HURRY!”

“Sir, please state your emergency?”

“I am being chased by a madman. He has a gun.     HURRY!”

“Okay sir, stay calm. What is your location?”

“I’m in the woods behind Clear Lake! I’ve been running for my life for at least an hour. Pant. Pant.  I just now got a signal on my phone. I can’t last much longer. You must hurry!”

“Okay Sir, stay on the line. I’m sending someone right now.”

“Attention all patrols in the Clear Lake vicinity. We have an emergency situation in the woods behind the lake. The suspect is a male carrying a gun in pursuit of another male. The suspect is armed and dangerous. Approach with caution. Sir, are you still there?”

“Yes, I’m hiding.”

“Can you see the man pursuing you?”

“N n n no, but I can hear him.”

“Did you get a look at him?”

“No, he was shooting at me! But I know who he is.”

“Calm down. Help is on the way.”

“I’m trying, but I can still hear him coming through the trees. He keeps calling for me!”

“So, it is someone you know, sir?”

“Oh yes, I know him all too well! He has been my neighbor for the past four years. Ever since I moved to the country.”

“Do you know why he is trying to kill you?”

“I have no idea.  He comes after me every year. Usually, I can just stay hidden from him, and after a few days he just gives up. I tell you this man is crazy! This time he found me and chased me into the woods. He is going to kill me!  Last year he had his wife with him. She had a knife and a gun! I wouldn’t be surprised if she weren’t out here too. They are both crazy people. I should never have moved to the country! The town was so much safer!”

“Please stay on the line while I advise the police of this possible other suspect.”

“Attention, all patrols in the Clear Lake area. There is a possible second suspect, a female, who could be carrying a gun and knife. She is thought to be the wife of suspect number one. Proceed with extreme caution.”

“Just try to stay calm the police are on their way.”

“That’s easy for you to say. You don’t have a maniac, chasing you through the snow in the woods!” 

“I know, but you must try to stay calm and hidden until the police get there.  I will stay on the line with you until you are safe.”

“You are so nice. I have gotten my breath back. Now I probably should run some more.”

“No! It’s best that you stay hidden. Just keep quiet and stay on the phone. Do you hear any sirens?”

“No. I’m really deep in the woods. They probably won’t find me in time. I really need to run now. I hear him calling and he’s close. I will keep my phone on, but I must move NOW!”

“This is unit 26.  We have arrived at the location. Be advised we have found an 1870 ford pickup. It is empty. The license plate is missing. We have found a box of shells for a 12 gauge shotgun inside. The registration is too faded to make out. Looks like E…something maybe Fud. Backup is here, and we are starting our pursuit into the woods.”

“Sir! Sir! Can you hear me?”

“Pant, pant… yes. I’m hiding again.”

“Good. The police are in the woods. Just stay out of sight and let them look for your assailant.”

“Okay. I can’t run anymore anyway.”

“While we are waiting sir, I didn’t get your name. I need it for my records.”

“It’s Tom ma’am, Tom Turkey.”

Click!

~~~~Star Dancing~~~~~~

Since the stars have been talking to me lately I have decided to share this poem about them. I am forever amazed by the night sky!