A bit sad but very well written.

A pocketful of quiet,
A cat of twilight grey,
Perhaps he would deny it,
But that's what makes his day -

What makes his day the burden
He yet can shoulder high,
The darkening sky his guerdon,
The sleeping cat his sigh.

I'm glad there's a bit of solace for him. I like your Snape. I like him a lot. :)

I can *see* the scene as I read it-- well done.

beautifully done. serene.

Wow, so powerful and a great insight into the severe man. I wish so much for Snape and this really brings out that sentiment.

What an amazing story this is! I can almost feel the warmth of the sun.. Thank you so much for sharing.

Great work, really! I've read both your stories and hope you'll read more. I don't fancy Harry Potter, but I do so love Snape and I think you've captured him perfectly. My fics will pale in comparison, if I can ever finish them.

wonderful writing — i can tell you're a poet through your word choice. kudos to you.

Very introspective. And certainly within canon, good work. its believable and you can see snape doing it. I like darling i really do.