Daniel Turner Poet Personification

Back To the Barnyard

When strangers see me they laugh
Thinking I have no class
But I tell the farmer they're here
Cause I'm smart and I have no fear
I'm the guardian most preferred
Over cattle, goat and sheep herds
I always announce all strangers
And alert of immediate danger
I'm loyal, gentle and kind
Jump higher than any equine
Stronger than many men put together
A nanny or surrogate, whatever?
Here comes my owner now
I'll pretend I'm as dumb as a cow
He serves breakfast but no demi tasse
"Good morning, you old jackass"
Then I grin and loudly bray
Cause hee haw, hee haw, hee halways talks to me that way


    Feb 18  2016  by Daniel Turner

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Lynn Marie August 14, 2016 at 8:51 PM This is as clever writing as I have ever read! I am very fond of animals..prefer them to "humans"..most of the time :-) Their ability to "see" in us what we do not or will not "see" in ouselves, yet love fiercely in spite of ourselves, is astounding to me. Your use of the word "guardian" is insightful with an ending that is..Spectacular..! Brilliant writing, thank you for the true "belly laugh":-) bales of hay filled blessings, lynn Daniel Turner August 14, 2016 at 9:48 PM Thank you Lynn for reading my older poems and commenting. And thank you for making me grin! I was having fun!

Poet Destroyer A February 19, 2016 at 11:13 PM I put my trust in you, Daniel....lolololol....now this is clever and funny. I could not stop laughing at the end.... lol... a nanny... I knew this donkey and he looked right at me... lol... I'd share pictures but, it's a true story ... I believe they believe everything you shared above...lol...Linda Daniel Turner February 20, 2016 at 6:56 AM Yes Linda, they are extremely intelligent and they are all of the things above. What kind of poet do you think I am. I do research so as not to misinform the reader, don't you? LOL Thank you for stopping by and visiting, You are always welcome. Peace my friend:)

Arlene Smith February 19, 2016 at 3:57 PM Too cute! Adore the last three lines! Gl in the contest.. Hugs.. Arlene Daniel Turner February 19, 2016 at 4:05 PM Thank you, Arlene. I hope it made you smile:) Peace

Beautiful Scars February 18, 2016 at 10:25 PM Daniel..this is great! Perfect for the contest!! Have a great night young man :)-luloo *smiles* Daniel Turner February 19, 2016 at 5:38 AM Thank you,Luloo. I appreciate the kind words of support, Peace:)