Thursday 9 February 2012

In which Austin finally makes himself clear

I love Pooh and all things Milne. It must be my inner child. I have a particular fondness for Binker who features (albeit invisibly) in Now we are Six. 


So here follows a pome writ in the style of Milne but which, of course, features Austin as the central character. It sums up our relationship really. He’s the boss! >^,,^<

As you know:-

I like to cuddle Austin, but he's never really keen.
In fact he can be hissy-like, and scratch, and get quite mean.
However, when he snuggles down all comfy in my lap,
He turns into Mr Greeable - a very different chap!

Because:-

A snuggle and a cuddle are not the same, you see.
A cuddle's not a snuggle as it brings indignity.
A snuggle is the cuddle that Austin gives to me.
And you can't beat that.


So:-

On a day when it is cold and wet, the weather's really dull,
And the only creature out in it is Hugh the Herring Gull.
Austin sidles up to me and jumps into my lap,
Making sure I understand he means to snug and have a nap.

Because:-

A snuggle and a cuddle are not the same, you see.
A cuddle's not a snuggle as it brings indignity.
A snuggle is the cuddle that Austin gives to me.
And I can't miss that.


Then:-

Sometimes when I am feeling blue and nothing seems to cheer,
A little furry feline friend helps wipe away my tear.
He bonks his head against my hand then looks me in the eye,
and says things will get better when he snuggles by and by.

Because:-

A snuggle and a cuddle are not the same, you see.
A cuddle's not a snuggle as it brings indignity.
A snuggle is the cuddle that Austin gives to me.
And I don't doubt that.


So:-

If you're still in any doubt about the difference 'tween the two,
You've clearly not met Austin (also known as Mr Poo).
At the moment he is dreaming while he's leaning 'gainst my leg
That he will avoid the cuddle that he's certain is ahead.

 Because:-

A snuggle and a cuddle are not the same, you see.
A cuddle's not a snuggle as it brings indignity.
A snuggle is the cuddle that Austin gives to me.
And he does love that.


So:-

When all is said, and chores are done, at the end of every day,
Young Austin likes to dance around, jump up and down and play.
But when he's finished doing that and wants to rest his head,
He snuggles, but is not cuddled, as we lay upon the bed.

Because:-

A snuggle and a cuddle are not the same, you see.
A cuddle's not a snuggle as it brings indignity.
A snuggle is the cuddle that Austin gives to me.
AND WE ALL LOVE THAT!

24 comments:

  1. You have just enchanted my mom. Really. She and I loved this creation. xoxoxo <3

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  2. How lovely! We are big A.A. Milne fans here and we thought your poem in that style was just purrfect!

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  3. A cuddle or snuggle??
    It makes my heart wiggle!

    You're awesome Aunty Caro. purrr....meow!

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  4. Brilliant. This is too good not to share and will on FB and Twitter.

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  5. Thanks everyone :>) I think Milne should be mandatory in schools lol

    Layla, you’re a sweetheart, thanks x <3 x

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  6. What a lovely post Carolyn! So clever and well written! We sure do love Milne here too and really enjoyed this!

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  7. Adorable!! That was just the sweetest thing ever. You are so creative and write so well. That said, I don't really understand the difference between a snuggle and a cuddle!! MOL. They seem the same to me. I am lucky -- my Annabelle LOVES to cuddle with me.

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  8. Carolyn
    This is so very lovely.
    purrs
    >^,,^<
    ♥Abby♥Boo♥Ping♥Jinx♥Grace♥

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  9. This was totally fabulous. You need to publish that. And it is so true. Austin we have so many of your cousins here that love to snuggle sometimes, but for heavens sake no cuddling. We are so impressed with this. Well done. Do another one. Great stuff. Have a great week end.

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  10. How sweet ! My cats prefer cuddles to snuggles, lol !

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  11. Awwww both me and mom LOVE your mom´s Milne style poem !
    P.S I LOVE to both snuggle and cuddle with my mom and dad :)

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  12. Phil, the Philosopher Mouse of the HedgeSunday, February 12, 2012 3:46:00 am

    Outstanding! Enjoyed the warmth and joy. Nice play with words

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  13. Mom said your mom is lucky you love cuddle, I love bite...tee...heh...heh

    Mr. Poo, Mr. Mousy is not dead, I save him for later ; ) he is really good toy ! but my dad is pretty disappointed. he think I should finnish him. He is the pest ! Well, he is hard to find in my area. so I love to have him around : )

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  14. AA Milne, save a spot for dear old Carolyn's: A Snuggle is Not a Cuddle.

    Have you ever thought of making a book Carolyn?

    You should! I'll even ask my sister to buy it since I know shipping in my country is quite expensive.

    Huggies and Cheese,

    Haopee

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  15. I no longer bring awards... but I now bring tags. ^_^

    I tagged you.

    To find out the details, kindly go to this post http://www.mydogslove.me/2012/02/we-got-tagged-now-were-tagging-8.html

    Huggies and Cheese,

    Haopee

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  16. Oh my gosh, I love this so much! What a beautiful poem. I have loved Pooh and Milne for as long as I can remember, and these pictures are so adorable. Thanks for the smile!

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  17. Maxwell: *earnest look* Austin, I know what you mean. Momma tried to pick me up, I squirrrrrrm! Cuddles NOT allowed!

    But I'm an Accomplished Snuggler.

    You're TOTALLY right, a cuddle is NOT a snuggle. So there.

    PAWESOME poem!

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  18. Snuggles are the best, but cuddles are even better. I'll take either one, but really love to cuddle with the fur kids.

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