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The Stray

If I could write a poem about you, what would the subject be? And would the form be sonnet, or something far more free? You are so difficult to define, the fullness of your broad world compared to feral mine – like trying to compact eternity. For if I wrote, such a poem, exposing my deep feelings, the underbelly of my purring personality, would you play the petting part, the welcoming lap of loving sensitivity, – alas, no such cords to so express, nor a hand to ever use a pen, I will pass your window again... wondering of what might have been....

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Date: 6/7/2023 3:47:00 PM
Interesting talking cat you have walking by your window, Joe. Thoughts of what might have been are seldom accurate. Have a great week, Joe. A poet friend in Texas, Bill
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Joe Dimino
Date: 6/8/2023 11:33:00 AM
Thank you, Bill; I will forward your comment to the cat. Blessings my friend.
Date: 4/15/2023 7:49:00 PM
Love these unconventional reflections, Joe... My window will be open with a 'Welcome Inn' sign on it! :) gw
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/17/2023 7:34:00 PM
And the world needs more folks like you, Joe, who actually use their brain to think! Thanks, gw
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/16/2023 4:05:00 PM
As a retired farmer, I am certain that you have heartfelt compassion for land and animals. The earth needs more dutiful farmers, like yourself...and far less politicians. Blessings my friend.
Date: 4/15/2023 10:12:00 AM
Wow this has such unique imagery. I love it
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/15/2023 6:29:00 PM
Hi Andrea; thank you. Blessings my friend.
Date: 4/14/2023 8:24:00 PM
I am drawn into the thoughts of this 'purring personality'!..... 'the welcoming lap of loving sensitivity',.... love this usage.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/15/2023 7:16:00 AM
Thank you, Valsa; claws and all, you have to love them. I am owned by two. Blessings my friend
Date: 4/14/2023 8:00:00 PM
Joe how wonderful. Definitely the best poem I have ever read, written by a stray cat. Patrick Swayze wrote a song "she's like the wind, She's out of my league". It reminds me of your poem so much. I enjoyed it immensely Joe. ( I dont like cats but your poem made my day) A fave.
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/15/2023 7:18:00 AM
A very tail-ented cat. Thank you, Wen; your support means a lot to me. I will check Swayze's song out on the internet. Blessings my friend.
Date: 4/14/2023 4:11:00 PM
Hello Joe, Cats are wonderful. Good company , playful, and me talks to me. At times I hear her say Mama. She has her cute ways about her. enjoy your evening my friend. /Darlene\
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/18/2023 7:27:00 AM
Absolutely! Lover, the Ginger, cuddles at my side. Blessings.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 4/15/2023 11:35:00 AM
Hello Joe, Yes cats are amazing. My cat and I have a strong bond. Dose one of your cats sleep with you? Enjoy your day my friend./Da\rlene\
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/15/2023 7:19:00 AM
Each with his or her own personality. I also find them amazing.
Date: 4/14/2023 1:27:00 PM
I enjoyed this creative poem Joe and I like how you ended it too. Well done :)
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/15/2023 7:21:00 AM
Thank you so much, Heidi; what might have been? Haven't we all asked this question of one subject or another, in retrospect. Blessings my friend.
Date: 4/14/2023 7:54:00 AM
Such a sweet poem Joe….which l really enjoyed! Debx
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/14/2023 10:33:00 AM
Thank you, Deb; blessings my friend!
Date: 4/14/2023 6:35:00 AM
- Not always easy to write about feelings ... a lovely poem, Joe :) - Happy weekend :) - hugs
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/14/2023 6:45:00 AM
Hi Sunshine; easy for this poet, but always tangled up:) Thank you so much for the encouragement. Have a beautiful day!!
Date: 4/14/2023 6:26:00 AM
lovely readin, and sweet decicace, thanks
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Joe Dimino
Date: 4/14/2023 6:48:00 AM
Thank you, yann; I am owned by two cats, so always their complex behavior a wonder for me. Blessings!

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