The Doormat
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Comment from Ulla
Hi Victor, I really liked this wee poem which is a tribute to your muse. But I also see it as a tribute to a cat which is such a gracious creature. I've had cats all my life. My present cat gives me much inspiration and reason to smile. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Hi Victor, I really liked this wee poem which is a tribute to your muse. But I also see it as a tribute to a cat which is such a gracious creature. I've had cats all my life. My present cat gives me much inspiration and reason to smile. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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And why not? Cats are certainly gifted with personalities, wouldn't you say? Lol
Thank ypu
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I most certainly would, Lol.
Comment from Neonewman
Careful, Victor, folks may think you're talking about this fine cat in your artwork, lol. I however wish I had six stars for this brilliant piece, my friend, definitely worthy. A welcome mat means so much for than just a wipe of ones feet. The opening and closing ties this brilliant piece perfectly.
God bless,
Steve
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Careful, Victor, folks may think you're talking about this fine cat in your artwork, lol. I however wish I had six stars for this brilliant piece, my friend, definitely worthy. A welcome mat means so much for than just a wipe of ones feet. The opening and closing ties this brilliant piece perfectly.
God bless,
Steve
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Steve,
I am almost over joyed with your comments. i humbly will not
get on a pedestal to celebrate
or dictate.
Thank you so very much,
Doug
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Ha! My pleasure, Doug.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Is this your kitty? It's cute. I'm attempting to work up a short poem of one of my kitties. We'll see if I get the never to post it. LOL One just never knows. I enjoyed reading this poem.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Is this your kitty? It's cute. I'm attempting to work up a short poem of one of my kitties. We'll see if I get the never to post it. LOL One just never knows. I enjoyed reading this poem.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you. No, I don't have a cat, but my girlfriend had two living here. Unfortunately, they have passed. I wasn't going to mention this, for fear of embarrassing my friends on Fanstory who have reviewed this. But, the poem is dedicated to my girlfriend.
Still, the cat does look charming, does it not?
Smiles,
Doug
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I thought perhaps the "bruises"
would give it away for people.
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Hmmm, for some strange reason, I read right over that. I think maybe because i enjoyed the photo so much and it captured my attention.
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No problem. I kind of viewed the cat as myself, waiting for someone.
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LOL
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
A sweet image complemented with a loving free verse dedicated to your cat. That really is an honour that you present yourself as a doormat:)) He/she is one lucky cat. Well done! Debbie
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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A sweet image complemented with a loving free verse dedicated to your cat. That really is an honour that you present yourself as a doormat:)) He/she is one lucky cat. Well done! Debbie
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you dear. Do I look feline?
Hmm.I'll have to think on that one. Lol
Comment from Mark Schardine
And most of all
for the tenderness
with which you
walk upon it,
We gladly think of the cat in the photograph, and ponder the love we feel for others.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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And most of all
for the tenderness
with which you
walk upon it,
We gladly think of the cat in the photograph, and ponder the love we feel for others.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Exactly. Ponder the love we feel for others.Well said.
Thank you.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Six stars are for the caring thoughtful way you place each word on the page. I always look forward to your poem, my friend. You show tenderness and empathy for others in every post you gently place on this site. I know where you are coming from and I care where you are headed. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, feelings, and all the muse you choose to use.
Jesse
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Six stars are for the caring thoughtful way you place each word on the page. I always look forward to your poem, my friend. You show tenderness and empathy for others in every post you gently place on this site. I know where you are coming from and I care where you are headed. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, feelings, and all the muse you choose to use.
Jesse
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Jesse, I truly treasure you.I respect you, your thoughts, your reviews. I know I have kind of told you this before. But, it bears repeating.
Thank you for an outstanding and uplifting review.
Doug
PS Did I tell you I'm being published? I may have. Just can't remember who I have told.
But you should be one of them.
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I'm happy you have been published.
Please tell me the title and your name.
Jesse
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Jesse, I am in the middle of it. It is not published yet. The name of the book will be
Poetry of Want, of Eternal
Parade. By victor touche.
My name is Douglas Colthurst. Cell 815-382-1746. I live at 4335 Carlisle Dr., Prairie Grove IL 60012
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Jesse, I am in the middle of it. It is not published yet. The name of the book will be
Poetry of Want, of Eternal
Parade. By victor touche.
My name is Douglas Colthurst. Cell 815-382-1746. I live at 4335 Carlisle Dr., Prairie Grove IL 60012
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Jesse, I am in the middle of it. It is not published yet. The name of the book will be
Poetry of Want, of Eternal
Parade. By victor touche.
My name is Douglas Colthurst. Cell 815-382-1746. I live at 4335 Carlisle Dr., Prairie Grove IL 60012
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I got it. Thanks for the info.
Good luck with publishing your book.
Jesse
Comment from Begin Again
The door mat...the welcoming cloth asking people to come in is actually more than that....It's adorned by our lovely pets who are eager to welcome us too. The doormat is filled with love... come in, sit down, let's be friends.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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The door mat...the welcoming cloth asking people to come in is actually more than that....It's adorned by our lovely pets who are eager to welcome us too. The doormat is filled with love... come in, sit down, let's be friends.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Yes, it most certainly can be.
Thank you.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Nice image and presentation, Doug.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-I like your theme of the welcome mat
and how you would always take care of it.
-I like the verse about "the cloth of me..."
-A very good closing verse showing
the tenderness used when walking upon it.
-Very well done.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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-Nice image and presentation, Doug.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-I like your theme of the welcome mat
and how you would always take care of it.
-I like the verse about "the cloth of me..."
-A very good closing verse showing
the tenderness used when walking upon it.
-Very well done.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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I thank you most sincerely, Pam.
You have been reviewing me for quite some time now, and I always look forward to your
comments.
Thanks,
Doug
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You are very welcome, Doug, and I appreciate your reply. I enjoying reviewing and thinking about what I read😊
Comment from Rachelle Allen
I like this a lot. Some people can bruise us ever so slightly in their work to improve us and bring out our best (because everyone knows change can be painful), but they're so tender with the approach that we welcome them again and again. You did a really fine job with this one. Thank you for the read and depth of thought this morning. xoxo
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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I like this a lot. Some people can bruise us ever so slightly in their work to improve us and bring out our best (because everyone knows change can be painful), but they're so tender with the approach that we welcome them again and again. You did a really fine job with this one. Thank you for the read and depth of thought this morning. xoxo
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Rachelle, what a great "take" on this poem. You have it essentially right. I mean no disrespect. Let me explain=I have learned more from reviewer's interpretations of my poems, than I have ever considered as the author. For instance, several reviewers saw this poem as a tribute to my cat (picture with poem). Even though I have never owned a cat. Are they stupid? No, the ignorance was mine. It is a perfectly plausible interpretation of the poem. But I never dreamt of anyone interpreting as such.
Now, to your interpretation-
wonderful, loved it. I think I like it better than my original idea. Seriously. I wrote this poem as a message to my girlfriend. We are having some relationship difficulties at the moment. And I thought it might help to recognize her and her attributes, such as the tenderness she walks with while walking all over me.
See? Lol. Just some biting sarcasm with the last line, to lighten the current drama.
Ok, I'm sure you've has enough by now. So, I bid you adieu for now. I'm sure we'll meet again.
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I love that you shared your meaning. Thanks for that - and I hope your rough patch smooths out very soon. Xo
Comment from Wendy G
Beautiful photo and a lovely way to express your love for your special pet, and your acknowledgemt of the power of love. Well written. Thanks so much for sharing this one.
Wendy
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Beautiful photo and a lovely way to express your love for your special pet, and your acknowledgemt of the power of love. Well written. Thanks so much for sharing this one.
Wendy
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you, Wendy.
You know, I see you stop by now and again. I just wanted you to know that-I appreciate it.
Doug