Whitey
Description of a beloved pet8 total reviews
Comment from sanejane
That brought an instant - and unexpected - lump to my throat. I doubt that it was your intention to deliver such a shock, but these three simple lines demonstrate the power of exceptionally well-placed words. I rarely award a six for a 5-7-5 poem, but yours deserves it. This entry is a strong contestant, and I wish you success - there's always an element of luck required in the voting, no matter how good the entry is.
I'm sorry for the loss of your obviously much-loved gentlemanly dog.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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That brought an instant - and unexpected - lump to my throat. I doubt that it was your intention to deliver such a shock, but these three simple lines demonstrate the power of exceptionally well-placed words. I rarely award a six for a 5-7-5 poem, but yours deserves it. This entry is a strong contestant, and I wish you success - there's always an element of luck required in the voting, no matter how good the entry is.
I'm sorry for the loss of your obviously much-loved gentlemanly dog.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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Thanks so much for your kind words and the wonderful rating. Both are deeply appreciated.
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It was a pleasure.
Comment from robyn corum
Harry,
I thought I already reviewed this post. Weird! This is a cool ode to a beloved pet. I'm so sorry you've lost him. Losing a beloved pet is never easy. Good luck in the contest!
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Harry,
I thought I already reviewed this post. Weird! This is a cool ode to a beloved pet. I'm so sorry you've lost him. Losing a beloved pet is never easy. Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 29-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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Thank you for sympathy and your kind words.
Comment from fimarie78
Aw. I love this well chosen image. Whitey was obviously very special. I love the idea of born a dog and evolving into a special friend. The phrase 'died a gentleman' made me think of the story 'Greyfriars Bobby'. Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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Aw. I love this well chosen image. Whitey was obviously very special. I love the idea of born a dog and evolving into a special friend. The phrase 'died a gentleman' made me think of the story 'Greyfriars Bobby'. Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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Thank you for the read and your comment.
Comment from Bill Schott
This 5-7-5 poem about a pet, Whitey, reminds me of my own white lab, Lacey. She died still a princess at fifteen. I teared up more for that, I think, than my parents' funerals.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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This 5-7-5 poem about a pet, Whitey, reminds me of my own white lab, Lacey. She died still a princess at fifteen. I teared up more for that, I think, than my parents' funerals.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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Yes, a pet can tap into one's emotions. Thanks for the read. I had an Airedale and experienced similar feelings.
Comment from winnona
A well-written contest entry. I think you completed the challenge of the contest very well. Your words flowed well and combined easily forming the message of the poem for the reader.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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A well-written contest entry. I think you completed the challenge of the contest very well. Your words flowed well and combined easily forming the message of the poem for the reader.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2017
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Thanks for the read
Comment from BeasPeas
I love the paw/hand reference. To be adopted by an animal is the most profound thing. I'm sure your Whitey was a gentleman. Beautifully written. Marilyn
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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I love the paw/hand reference. To be adopted by an animal is the most profound thing. I'm sure your Whitey was a gentleman. Beautifully written. Marilyn
Comment Written 28-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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Thanks so much for your read and your review.
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Was that your hand/paw OR artwork from elsewhere?
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It was art work.
Comment from Mrs Happy Poet
Yes this is very well done it is sad when an pet passes as they are like one of the family well done I enjoyed good luck regards Jill
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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Yes this is very well done it is sad when an pet passes as they are like one of the family well done I enjoyed good luck regards Jill
Comment Written 28-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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Thanks for the read
Comment from Cass Carlton
Vale Whitey. Some pets become more than just animal companions as I have found .
I have known a rabbit shed tears of joy when re-united with her litter of kittens. I had a cat that got into a box of little chickens to keep them warm. Not one was lost to cold or Pussycat depredations. The few words of your Haiku tells Whitey's story very well. From the look of the size of the paw in the hand I'd say he was a big dog.Big dogs usually have an innate dignity and gentleness and I have feeling that sums Whitey up pretty well. Cheers Cass
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Vale Whitey. Some pets become more than just animal companions as I have found .
I have known a rabbit shed tears of joy when re-united with her litter of kittens. I had a cat that got into a box of little chickens to keep them warm. Not one was lost to cold or Pussycat depredations. The few words of your Haiku tells Whitey's story very well. From the look of the size of the paw in the hand I'd say he was a big dog.Big dogs usually have an innate dignity and gentleness and I have feeling that sums Whitey up pretty well. Cheers Cass
Comment Written 28-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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Thank you for the comment and the read.
