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A Greener Pasture

Though my stall here is empty now
If you listen close...
You can hear me running through a greener pasture
Your sorrow opens the gate and releases me free
Thank you for rescuing me from worldly darkness
And giving me love unsurpassed
So that I may now run with others so loved...
But never forgotten
I am a child again young and lean my spirit afire
And oh how our spirits thrive here
Never again to feel the pain of the earth
Hear me running!
For your tears have watered the grasses for me
In God's Greener Pasture

-originally written for Kae Surrah
 an Arab rescue mare

absenceanimalchristiandeathencouragingfree verse

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Silent One

Date: 2/1/2018 5:15:00 PM

I remember this one.. A great poem..

Chris Hagy
Date: 2/3/2018 9:08:00 PM

Thank you Silent, always appreciate your visits :) This piece has comforted many a horse owner that has lost a steed. Have a good one C.H.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/28/2018 9:08:00 PM

revisting your second best poem at Soup and one of my favorites of yours!

Chris Hagy
Date: 1/29/2018 8:54:00 PM

Thanks again Andrea... always appreciate your visits! :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/31/2017 1:56:00 AM

I can see why you treasure this one. My favourite of my own is “Broken People”.

Chris Hagy
Date: 1/1/2018 8:54:00 PM

Thanks again for visiting Richard...I will check out your poem :) C.H.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/20/2017 1:46:00 AM

A tremendous first piece. I’m glad I stopped by this evening.

Chris Hagy
Date: 12/21/2017 8:11:00 PM

I'm glad you stopped by too :) thanks for the warm comment :) We all write a lot of poetry, but this is definitely one of my treasures...like the horse in the picture. Have a good evening C.H.

Lynn Marie

Date: 4/11/2017 5:18:00 PM

...thought it long overdue to visit your first poem and I see it is the beginning of your amazing animal writes that brings me to tears ...the good kind, Chris:) I adore the way you wrote this...you are truly 'one' with her...your spirit shines with love, both given and received. That she forever runs free is stunning imagery and the title so serene. The 'empty stall' began the watery eyes:) Exquisite writing from a beautiful heart:) a joy to read. fave, 7+ lynnxxx

Chris Hagy
Date: 4/12/2017 4:00:00 PM

Thanks so much Lynn!...your words are always so heartwarming just like horses:) Glad you enjoyed this piece:)

James Inman

Date: 8/13/2016 8:28:00 AM

Lovely write Chris, love the metaphorical quality.

Chris Hagy
Date: 8/17/2016 7:41:00 PM

Thanks for reading, glad you enjoyed it:)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/16/2016 10:00:00 AM

wow, this is WONDERFUL, Chris. your very first post. Gotta fave this one.

Chris Hagy
Date: 7/16/2016 3:03:00 PM

wow, thanks Andrea...it is a fave among my "horsey" friends too. Thanks for reading, glad you liked it:)

Harry Horsman

Date: 7/5/2016 3:11:00 PM

Chris went back to see your first post here on soup, amazing and inspiring poetry..

Chris Hagy
Date: 7/6/2016 12:19:00 PM

Thanks so much for reading, and for the lovely remarks harry:)

Skat A

Date: 6/27/2016 9:19:00 PM

Chris,, nice to see your furry friend win. Love SKAT

Chris Hagy
Date: 6/29/2016 2:37:00 PM

Hope you get this reply...thanks for stopping by...Paul also congratulated me on a win, but I was not aware of any win... Except for being featured on home page, is that what you mean?

Tom Quigley

Date: 5/11/2016 9:14:00 AM

Touching and well written!

Chris Hagy
Date: 5/11/2016 2:15:00 PM

Thanks so much!...and thanks for reading.

Paul Callus

Date: 5/7/2016 7:12:00 AM

Lovely and touching. Full marks for the emotions. Congrats on your fine win, Chris. ~ Regards // paul

Chris Hagy
Date: 5/8/2016 7:08:00 PM

Thanks for reading Paul I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Royal Ninja

Date: 5/6/2016 9:08:00 PM

Wonderful imagery, Chris, thank you for the support. =(^.^)= RoyalT

Chris Hagy
Date: 5/8/2016 7:06:00 PM

Thanks for reading, glad you could appreciate it.

Kathleen Kroll

Date: 3/13/2016 7:36:00 PM

Lovely and uplifting... Gives a picture of freedom deserved

Chris Hagy
Date: 3/14/2016 3:15:00 PM

Thank you for reading!... glad I could lift you up today. SMILE

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/28/2016 7:55:00 PM

A beautiful read, Chris,, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@

Chris Hagy
Date: 2/29/2016 2:30:00 PM

Didn't know I could post lyrics and I will do that, thanx for the interest.

Poet Destroyer A
Date: 2/28/2016 8:49:00 PM

Hi, Chris... I'd like to see some of your written songs. Will you be posting some on here in a later date? Linda

Chris Hagy
Date: 2/28/2016 8:34:00 PM

Thanx so much for the welcome and kind words. I am a songwriter too so my poetry skills are best but not limited to rhyme. I seem to write what inspires me or disturbs me. Been writing for years and it's time to get out there I guess, so thanx for your encouragement...so sweet

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