Animals

Animals feel love, empathy, and pain; traits that I have noticed over the years. Dogs have so much love, it's hard to contain they revel in your joys, and mourn your tears: and as your best friend, they console your fears. I've seen my cat react when I'm depressed; snuggling up to my face, she comforts me. And when she senses I'm worried or stressed she'll soulfully lay her head on my knee; her empathy displayed for all to see. I saw a bear, its leg chafed by a chain; and I could almost feel its rage and fear while folks laughed, as it glowed and roared in pain. Its plight broke my heart, and I shed a tear: the agony it felt was crystal clear. Animals share the same feelings we do, I have confirmed this through observation. But Man has never given them their due: starting with the story of creation, they've been subjected to subjugation.
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Fowler Avatar
February 10, 2025 at 10:48 AM
I share a certain empathy with animals, too. Even our little anthropoid types. Each species has its own busy life and it is warming when one shares with us. Congratulations with this nice quintain Emile. :)
Pinet Avatar
February 11, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Thank You, Linda! Your comments are much appreciated, my friend.
Gifford Avatar
January 6, 2025 at 12:55 PM
This is a wonderful write, Emile. Animals do give love, and comfort. Have a great new week ahead.
Pinet Avatar
January 7, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Thank You, Zyrool! Your comments are much appreciated, my friend.
Wood Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 12:19 AM
True words Emile. Your choice of the Quintan really helped me focus on your message. This piece has a smooth flow and the Quintan rhymes are excellent. So smooth, I almost didn't notice them. Well done!
Pinet Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Thank You, Dean! Your comments are much appreciated, my friend.
De Beaulieu Avatar
January 2, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Hello Emile, yes animals have feelings to. They sense our moods. They comfort us when we feel sad. They give us love. Happy New Year.my friend. /,Darlene/
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January 2, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Hello Emile, I hope you had a great Christmas. Also a great New year. My friend enjoy your evening my friend. /Dar;lene/
Pinet Avatar
January 2, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Thank You, Darlene! Your comments are much appreciated, my friend. Happy New Year!
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