I saw a tiger slinking by
Boldly striped and very sly
A roar that rumbled oddly loud
(Or perhaps a laugh, I vowed)

My room is quiet, dimly lit
But I'm having a giggle fit
The tiger's growls are clever thoughts
And make me feel less distraught

A chance encounter, a friendly cat
Made me realize where I'm at
My life can be difficult, so
A kind word is a welcome glow.