Picking a Kitten

Of all the choices little girls must make,
Of what to wear and what to play for fun,
Of whether to eat bread or to eat cake,
A kitten is the most important one.
You can’t just choose a kitten on a whim;
You must examine every little puff,
To see if she likes you or you like him,
And if the kitten has sufficient fluff.
The day I chose my kitten I was dressed
In Sunday best; I even brushed my hair!
I wanted mama cat to be impressed,
And know her baby would receive such care.
It only took two hours, maybe three.
I didn’t choose my kitten; he chose me!