Poetry competition CLOSED 12th March 2021 3:55pm
WINNER
Ahavati (Tams)
Ahavati (Tams)
RUNNERS-UP:
Bluevelvete
and Just_Me_
For The Love Of Dogs
Anonymous
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Too old to rescue
The neighbours arrive with buckets,
smoke and flames claim the barn.
Jess is too old to run and paces the floor
her barking is painful, becoming frantic.
With charcoal streaks the old farmer pleads,
with lowered eyes they all decide
she won’t survive, stupid dog won’t even try.
Then the wind brings a child's cry
and Jess drags something
backwards through the door.
smoke and flames claim the barn.
Jess is too old to run and paces the floor
her barking is painful, becoming frantic.
With charcoal streaks the old farmer pleads,
with lowered eyes they all decide
she won’t survive, stupid dog won’t even try.
Then the wind brings a child's cry
and Jess drags something
backwards through the door.
Written by Razzerleaf
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The Bitch
She's as blind as the Kitchen table leg
with a prodding paw for food she begs
she likes to lick, never in a hurry
eats her own sh*! after a curry.
Curls like a cat for most of the day
then a mad half hour she wants to play
eight years old a yorkie kern cross
growls a little to show you who's boss.
She's as blind as the Kitchen table leg
with a prodding paw for food she begs
she likes to lick, never in a hurry
eats her own sh*! after a curry.
Curls like a cat for most of the day
then a mad half hour she wants to play
eight years old a yorkie kern cross
growls a little to show you who's boss.
Mimie
sores spitting up on her bare back
parasites clinging to the last hair
on her droopy ears
little bald chubby puppy
sitting forlornly by the country road
did she lost her mom
to the roaring man-made monster
on the road
or was she thrown away
by fragrant pretty mistress or master
she wagged her pointy bare tail
as I stopped and said hello
and closed her eyes in relief
when I wrapped her in a towel
much to my then beloved's chagrin
howling in baths
crying, wrapped in medical poultice
she clung to me
tears in her eyes, smiles in her ears
until she could stand sturdy
she claimed my lap most evening
grew she did with much love
beautiful fluffy fur,
her tail a fringe
her eyes were clear
my pretty Mimie Girl
she found a mate
and had many puppies
whom she loved until they left
for other homes
to be loved by other masters
I knew she wished
we could keep all her children
and I wished with her too
most evening we sat together
in silent reverie
when my beloved left
for someone prettier than me
Mimie sat with me patiently
as I ranted and raved
wallowing in my silly tears
She was always there
to say goodbye when I left
in the morning
and hello when I came home
at night
She is gone now
to the heavens that dogs go to
I hope to see her someday
and hear her joyous bark again
and look into her deep brown eyes.
Written by Grace
(IDryad)
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Dog Names ( Remembering Ginger )
She had a common dog name
Ginger
I thought I was being original when I named her
Later to find out not so much
No matter
Had her for 15 years
A lot of time to mix and match
You pet owners know
Variations on a theme
Henceforth the list:
Ginger
Ging
Gingaria
Gingalita
Pebble
Pebble
Peb
Pebulondo
Brown
Sweet Pea
Von Dooper
Dooper
Booper
Thing
Beautiful Girl
I'm sure there are more
Updates to follow
Ginger
I thought I was being original when I named her
Later to find out not so much
No matter
Had her for 15 years
A lot of time to mix and match
You pet owners know
Variations on a theme
Henceforth the list:
Ginger
Ging
Gingaria
Gingalita
Pebble
Pebble
Peb
Pebulondo
Brown
Sweet Pea
Von Dooper
Dooper
Booper
Thing
Beautiful Girl
I'm sure there are more
Updates to follow
Written by PoetSpeak
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Murphy
You never judge me,and you always care
Whenever I'm lonely,you're always there
When I come home, you're there waiting for me
Like I'm the only person in the world,that you want to see
You'll follow me, wherever I go
And you never complain, when I tell you no
When life gets tough, and seems totally unfair
I can always count on you, to show me you care
Your friendship comes free, nothing given or said
All you want in return, is a pat on your head
If someone tries to enter, my person space
You'll do anything in your power, to keep me safe
I see the impossible, when I look in your eyes
As if the thoughts behind them, are actually wise
It's like a human being, lives inside of you
And you have a humans soul, just like I do
I'll admit we make, a pretty strange pair
But there's no denying the friendship there
You can't understand this, but this poem is for you
Because you're my puppy-dog, and I love you too
Written by Just_Me_
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A Dying Dog - moaned for Death ( for Cooper/after Emily Dickinson )
A Dying Dog — moaned for Death
Despite how hard I begged —
I pleaded with the Universe
Until my knuckles bled —
His Loyalty — waned not once —
Though body — clearly did
His Spirit — steadfast in its goal
Returned — from whence it came—
'Twas not my lack of Belief that failed —
'Twas not His Will to Live —
But Both — in selfless Love released
The Other — from their Grief —
In Memory of my Beloved Cooper
'06 - 12.06.18
Despite how hard I begged —
I pleaded with the Universe
Until my knuckles bled —
His Loyalty — waned not once —
Though body — clearly did
His Spirit — steadfast in its goal
Returned — from whence it came—
'Twas not my lack of Belief that failed —
'Twas not His Will to Live —
But Both — in selfless Love released
The Other — from their Grief —
In Memory of my Beloved Cooper
'06 - 12.06.18
Written by Ahavati
(Tams)
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Sir Waldorf aka Waldo
Waldo was a dog who loved open spaces
our backyard, one of his least favorite places
the neighborhood streets he preferred to patrol
this obsessive urge to roam we couldn't control
Let mind's-eye conjure this picture
pink tongue lolls from large black and white blur
in a gallop moving full-speed down the block
like a shepherd fleeing his demented flock
8 screaming children cum dog catchers
Six foot redwood fences could not contain him
he'd place front paws on top and simply scale them
when this method of escape was rendered impossible
undaunted, this amazing canine, tunneled under the obstacle
With wet tongue hanging, teeth forming a grin
he would run and run, the race always to win
we couldn’t keep up with this rocket of glee
once I think I heard him exclaim,
ere he dashed out of sight
I’M FREE!!! I’M FREE!!
Image found at https://www.dog-learn.com/dog-breeds/old-english-sheepdog/
Written by Gahddess_Worship
(Osomajestuoso)
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My Dog
"i am loyal as i don't have manners"
that's what they say,
but i do, just can't explain.
If i am barking, my feelings are well expressed
but not understood.
my existence is their protection,
the security of the entire family.
still, every man done wrong, is referred to my name
"dog",
My actions can be reckless ,sometimes
but responsibility is,
being the gate of their yard.
Take care of me, I'll take care of you
(ruff-ruff!!), i hope you understand now.
that's what they say,
but i do, just can't explain.
If i am barking, my feelings are well expressed
but not understood.
my existence is their protection,
the security of the entire family.
still, every man done wrong, is referred to my name
"dog",
My actions can be reckless ,sometimes
but responsibility is,
being the gate of their yard.
Take care of me, I'll take care of you
(ruff-ruff!!), i hope you understand now.
Written by imbongi
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Anonymous
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Two boisterous boys
Sensible and so reliable,
each an unblemished character.
Kicking up the traces
the joy to sniff, just empty spaces
Fetching dad his slippers,
Warming up his chair.
Comforting, relief of a captive gaze
feel the stress leach from the day.
Complete with each a passport
the visa stamped; good rapport.
Pictures of there idols. hanging on the wall
Pool players; smell the smoke filled room
Ale and shaggy dog told tales
growls and a wagging tale.
Abandoned spirits brought to heel
Each picture hold a tail
is it pure greed the tableau?
Adolescents, escape the watchful gaze
toys all left in disarray.
When the sizzling sausage smells so good
burger dripping sumptuous fat.
Temptation dangled like a carrot
Transitioned from the wild,
integrated into a social group.
the greatest friend to bind
lead me so blind to find new eyes
A true companion by my side
Greyfriers Bobby spirit, come revived.
the grief so felt at your demise
each an unblemished character.
Kicking up the traces
the joy to sniff, just empty spaces
Fetching dad his slippers,
Warming up his chair.
Comforting, relief of a captive gaze
feel the stress leach from the day.
Complete with each a passport
the visa stamped; good rapport.
Pictures of there idols. hanging on the wall
Pool players; smell the smoke filled room
Ale and shaggy dog told tales
growls and a wagging tale.
Abandoned spirits brought to heel
Each picture hold a tail
is it pure greed the tableau?
Adolescents, escape the watchful gaze
toys all left in disarray.
When the sizzling sausage smells so good
burger dripping sumptuous fat.
Temptation dangled like a carrot
Transitioned from the wild,
integrated into a social group.
the greatest friend to bind
lead me so blind to find new eyes
A true companion by my side
Greyfriers Bobby spirit, come revived.
the grief so felt at your demise
Written by slipalong
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Thank you so much for this win, Faith. Losing him was one of the most emotional events I have experienced. It took two years for me to consider another animal; and she's the one who adopted me.
Congratulations to Bluevelvette and Just_Me; I enjoyed reading your entries as well as all other contestants.
Thank you, Faith, for a wonderful opportunity to showcase our family members. xo
Congratulations to Bluevelvette and Just_Me; I enjoyed reading your entries as well as all other contestants.
Thank you, Faith, for a wonderful opportunity to showcase our family members. xo
Thank you Faith, for the selection and for running a great comp which gave me the opportunity to share my Daisy-girl again and to tell her story. 🙏 That was an amazing feeling, and I wholeheartedly appreciate it.
Congratulations Ahavati, on a well deserved win!
A beautiful poem, indeed.
Way to go, Just_Me- Also a lovely entry... Well done you!
I loved reading about all the pups and their individual impacts. I appreciate everyone who entered, some awesome reads here... thank you all.
🌹🌈 🥎
xo
Congratulations Ahavati, on a well deserved win!
A beautiful poem, indeed.
Way to go, Just_Me- Also a lovely entry... Well done you!
I loved reading about all the pups and their individual impacts. I appreciate everyone who entered, some awesome reads here... thank you all.
🌹🌈 🥎
xo
