25/05/2026
No walks to take, no toys to throw,
Just vines and scales and movements slow. 🌿
He stared at me with ancient grace,
Like patience wrapped in patterned lace.
I first held the snake on day number three,
He unraveled his coil just to observe me. 🧐
No wagging tail, no eager bark,
Just shining white scales slithering in the dark.
I whispered, “Hey,” he flicked his tongue—
Like a wise old dragon, but he's only young. 🐲
The cat was infatuated, nose pressed to the glass,
Not wanting an opportune moment to pass. ⌚
We had an understanding by day three,
I’d change his water, he'd watch from his tree.
And he would spare me one more stare
That said, You’re tolerated, just there.
- The Pet Nanny & Julius 🐍
