William Kelii Kekaula Poet Narrative

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Banana, 'Here Boy'

"Banana", that was his name
a mixed breed, all the same
in Hawaii, they are called "Poi"
dogs pronounced as, "Poy"
not as deploy but as in decoy
he is also a male dog, a boy,
as puppies, they are "sire"
breeding, they are for hire
and they are known as a stud,
as a puppy, his name was "Bud"
because he ate bananas we
changed his name, instantly.

He was our pet and not a hunter,
like the other dogs, he is a player,
the other dogs know their stuff,
and you never call their bluff,
Banana can also be not very nice,
he only is that way if you are mice,
Not for breeding, he is just a dog.
"Ili'o" is Hawaiian for a dog,
pronounced "e-LEE-oh",
something good to know.
Now he is up in doggie Heaven,
being with me since I was eleven,
human years, he was 17 years old,
now his heart is eternally gold.

Love you BOY!!! Banana RIP!!!
1967-1984


2020 January 26     *2nd Place*
my companion and close friend that never complains Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Eve Roper

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Eve Roper February 18, 2020 at 8:19 AM Thank you for entering my contest, William, great flow and perfect poem. You had their distinctive qualities and how much you cared and what they do for you. I love the photo. Congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve William Kelii Kekaula February 18, 2020 at 8:30 AM He is surely missed for he blessed me so, with my heartfelt thanks, Eve, for this wonderful opportunity to share -- Aloha!~@wk