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I composed this poem in honor of my Charlie, rescued from a fire, who passed several years ago after 19 years of his devoted, unconditional love for me and my husband who, as a firefighter, rescued him and brought him home to me as a little kitten.

Upon his favored pillow, curled up tight he sleeps through happy hours without a stir, tail wrapped around and paws tucked out of sight, beneath his purring ball of gray-striped fur. Awake, he fills my hours with happiness— he pats my cheek with his soft gentle paw when closely held and purrs with my caress, while loving gold-green eyes leave me in awe. Outside, when called, he runs into my arms; more like a pup, he shows deep loyalty. My Charlie, so endowed with loving charms… a special, blessed creature sent to me. Such tender love for him I feel inside. His love for me can never be denied. Sandra M. Haight ~3rd Place~ Contest: Pets Sponsor: Shadow Hamilton Judged 11/29/2014 ~Honorable Mention~ Contest: Furry Friend Sponsor: Royal T. Judged: 05/06/2016

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Date: 6/27/2016 9:26:00 PM
Sandra, nice to see your furry friend win. Love SKAT
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Date: 5/6/2016 9:20:00 PM
lovely write =(^.^)= RoyalT
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Date: 5/6/2016 8:53:00 PM
oh my word Sandra, how adorably sweet. What a wonderful story behind your AMAZING sonnet. You should've placed much higher lady...just my opinion...have a blessed night :)-luloo
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Sandra Haight
Date: 5/6/2016 9:00:00 PM
Thank you, Luloo. I am pleased that you enjoyed my Sonnet about my dear Charlie Cat. I appreciate your uplifting comment about the placement... Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 11:46:00 PM
I love this Sandra,congrats on the win; wishing you and Charlie happy Sunday...huggs
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Sandra Haight
Date: 12/2/2014 7:27:00 PM
Kayod5, Thank you so much for stopping by with you nice comment and congratulations. Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 5:07:00 PM
Sounds as though you had a very tender, loving relationship. You told the story well. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
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Date: 11/29/2014 5:49:00 PM
Hi Joyce, yes, he was an unusual kitty for sure. So pleased that you liked it, and thank you so much for stopping by with your nice comment and congratulations. Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 12:37:00 PM
Dropping back with my congrats Sandra:-) Hugs Jan xx
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Date: 11/29/2014 5:48:00 PM
Thank you, Jan! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 12:20:00 PM
Dropping back with my congratulations Sandra.
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Sandra Haight
Date: 11/29/2014 5:48:00 PM
Thank you, Brenda. I appreciate it! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 11:44:00 AM
Congrats on your winning work..There are some very interesting stories in the winner's list..A fine group of poets gather at this soup pot..Sara
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Date: 11/29/2014 5:47:00 PM
Yes, Sara, it is very inspiring to read others' work and to be supportive. I really appreciate your always stopping by with your kind words! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 10:27:00 AM
congratulations on another fine win
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Date: 11/29/2014 5:43:00 PM
Hi Robert, thank you so much for your congrats. Sure do miss my Charlie! He was the best kitty. Thanks again, Sandra
Date: 11/29/2014 7:17:00 AM
so touching Sandra I feel your loss congrats on win and ty for your support hugs
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Date: 11/29/2014 5:42:00 PM
Hi Shadow, it was a pleasure to participate in your contest! I appreciate the nice placement for poem! Thank you so much. Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/9/2014 11:33:00 PM
I love this and I predict it will place high!! We have a new puppy named Snickers now and I am just not crazy about it like I was for my dog Ollyver, the subject of MY pet sonnet. I have a black cat too and SHE is so much sweeter than Snickers. I just don't know how people can prefer dogs to cats!! (I had a CallieCat once too, who was the absolute best cat we ever had) My job sonnet not worked on yet!!
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Sandra Haight
Date: 11/10/2014 4:49:00 PM
Hi Andrea, thanks for your comment on my poem. Yes, I am definitely a cat person too, although I don't have any in my life right now. One of my daughters has a 20 lb beautiful tuxedo cat (not fat, just big) that adopted them 13 years ago, and he's like one of my grand kids - so sweet and cuddly, and very smart. Thanks for stopping by. Sandra
Date: 11/7/2014 9:25:00 PM
Such a sweet sonnet Sandra. Our pets bring so much love and joy. I can't believe you had Charlie 19 years, amazing. Good luck in the contest.
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Sandra Haight
Date: 11/8/2014 2:41:00 PM
Hi Brenda, pets are amazing for sure. Yes, 19 years is a long time, but he managed it somehow, and I miss him. Thank you for your best wishes for the contest. Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/7/2014 3:39:00 AM
- A very sweet and touching poem Sandra - Good luck in the contest - hope you win - Have a lovely weekend :) - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 11/7/2014 1:46:00 PM
Thanks so much for stopping by with your positive comment and best wishes for the contest. Hope your weekend is the best too! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/6/2014 2:08:00 PM
Aww so cute. I enjoyed this Sandra. Have a blessed day. Goodluck wih the contest :) Hugs B
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Date: 11/6/2014 2:48:00 PM
Thank you so much for stopping by with your nice comment and best wishes for the contest. Hugs back to you too. Sandra
Date: 11/6/2014 10:18:00 AM
oh such a charming write - i love cats but have an allergy to their fur:-( so i cant have a pet - good luck in the contest:-) Hugs Jan xx
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Sandra Haight
Date: 11/6/2014 12:00:00 PM
Thanks for your comment and best wishes for the contest, Jan. Yes, those allergies sure do cause problems! Hugs, Sandra

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