So shy
Unsure still of asking for hugs
Warily enjoying the attention
Must be slow paced and easily seen
Then appreciated
A paw poke for more if stopped

Laying down to eat
Head in bowl
Teeth bared in full face snarl
Meal protected
Devoured

A day broken into zones by sleep
More slumber than awakened
Contented now older

More boney
More grey
Less fur in parts
Less hearing
But contented

The snoring bump under my duvet
Oberon, King of the Duvet
Nose uncovered
Deep sighs of restfulness
And occasional snuggle