frigid overtakes the night
but toes are warm and happy
fuzzy is the sock tucked tight
that hugs a foot so aptly
chocolate steaming in a cup
and cat sprawled tired and furry
makes a poet quite content
to write without a hurry
shelter's not a little thing
as it's cause for gratitude
a cat's a great companion
and they are rarely ever rude
so when the winter's fury
traps you tight behind your door
be sure to count your blessings
and the warm feet on your floor.