An Ode To My Cot

Oh, dear Cot, you have supported me steady
From my days of infancy to senility
All through life you are my close buddy, 
In unrest, it is in you I seek tranquillity. 
Sprawling on your chest, to what all places I wander
To dream’s never- never land where I gleefully meander

Whenever I long for a relaxing nap
Like a host, you wait for me with all hospitality
When darkness descends, invariably I come to your lap
And you wilfully extend your warm cordiality
You are a close companion and a loving friend
I cannot tell, with you, how much of my time I spend

Both in the mundane regularity of daily life
And in sickness and ill health, you are dearly cherished
After a day’s tedious toil, you give me instant relief
Thus, in umpteen ways, your presence is greatly relished.
Of all other furniture that make a house a home
You are the most valued in your quadruped form 

March.4. 2023

~ Placed Second~

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Volumes Avatar
March 10, 2023 at 10:35 AM
Congratulations Valsa. A well deserved win for a wonderful poem.
Peck Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 4:57 PM
Congratulations, Valsa! I agree: a cot is a valued piece of furniture. My cot is my recliner. :)
Bangalee Avatar
March 8, 2023 at 8:25 PM
Beautiful to read the ODE to Your POT; nice words used for the ODE; CONGRATS
Fowler Avatar
March 8, 2023 at 6:54 PM
Oh perfect Valsa! a great tribute! Congratulations ! :)
Dietrich Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 6:39 AM
i really love this one. Is cot the usual bed choice for your culture. It sounds delightful.
Poet Avatar
March 5, 2023 at 6:14 AM
You brought life and purpose to your precious crib, which is a perfect metaphor for the unconditional, unselfish, and boundless love you have for your best friend. Good luck, my friend.
Wolf Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 7:50 PM
Amen... Some days lately, my cot is 'all I've got!' ~ Better days ahead, Gershon
Pandit Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 6:57 AM
You gave form and meaning to your beloved cot--wonderfully descriptive of love you feel for this dear friend who is selfless, caring-- beyond any human can be. Best to you my friend.
Daniel Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 6:45 AM
Well, well, this is a great ode, Valsa, you just covered all the angles:)
Turner Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 6:15 AM
A very good Ode Valsa. They most definitely ,"willfully extend their warm cordiality" Have a great weekend:)
Buhagiar Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 1:37 AM
Beautiful poem, Valsa. Hope you are good for the first placing.
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