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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Date: 3/10/2023 10:35:00 AM
Congratulations Valsa. A well deserved win for a wonderful poem.
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Date: 3/9/2023 4:57:00 PM
Congratulations, Valsa! I agree: a cot is a valued piece of furniture. My cot is my recliner. :)
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Date: 3/8/2023 8:25:00 PM
Beautiful to read the ODE to Your POT; nice words used for the ODE; CONGRATS
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Date: 3/8/2023 6:54:00 PM
Oh perfect Valsa! a great tribute! Congratulations ! :)
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Date: 3/7/2023 6:39:00 AM
i really love this one. Is cot the usual bed choice for your culture. It sounds delightful.
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Date: 3/5/2023 6:14:00 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.
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Date: 3/4/2023 7:50:00 PM
Amen... Some days lately, my cot is 'all I've got!' ~ Better days ahead, Gershon
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Date: 3/4/2023 6:57:00 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.
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Date: 3/4/2023 6:45:00 AM
Well, well, this is a great ode, Valsa, you just covered all the angles:)
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Date: 3/4/2023 6:15:00 AM
A very good Ode Valsa. They most definitely ,"willfully extend their warm cordiality" Have a great weekend:)
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Date: 3/4/2023 1:37:00 AM
Beautiful poem, Valsa. Hope you are good for the first placing.
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