Paula Swanson Poet Rhyme

Kola Tears (Death of a Pet)

Her face with liquid eyes of brown,
trusting upon my arm lies down.
My fingers gently stroke velvet ears.
She looks at me and shows no fear.
I place a kiss between her eyes,
she licks my face one last time.

As her eyes slowly close,
rhythm of breathing starts to slow.
Stethoscope placed against her heart.
Those words "She's gone now" miles apart.
My tears flow strong, free, unchecked.
It's a decision I'm still not over yet.


 For A Rambling Poets contest
What's my theme....Death of a pet
Placement: 2nd place

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Debbie Guzzi June 29, 2010 at 6:48 AM shiver....I don't want to go here and my Rocky is so near this ending...sigh..great write I'm crying! Light & Love

Michael Jordan June 1, 2010 at 9:07 PM Paula, my wife and I had a half lab -- half chow mix that ran the streets with during our addict days and after we settled down and bought our home we had to put him too sleep. I guess some pains never fade, I love your poem - YF4L, God Bless, mj

Margaret Foster June 1, 2010 at 6:15 PM I share your tears....I've been there...Margaret

Linda-Marie Sweetheart June 1, 2010 at 11:32 AM Congrats Paula on your winning poem in Whats my Theme contest.. a wonderful write on your theme and one we can all relate to... enjoy another win.. luv.. Linda-Marie..

Andrea Dietrich May 20, 2010 at 8:43 PM OH,my, I had to do this too, when my cat got cancer. It's so difficult and so sad. Very nicely done, Paula! LUv, andrea

Carolyn Devonshire May 19, 2010 at 3:45 PM It's really tough to make the decision to let go, Paula. People say we shouldn't let animals suffer, but our pain is so great when we have to lose them. The reader can see everything happening so well through your words. Best wishes for the contest. Love, Carolyn

Linda Milgate May 19, 2010 at 2:50 PM If this is true, also so sorry. Seems too realistic not to be. Know these moments. Portrayed well.

Carrie Richards May 19, 2010 at 1:51 PM Oh...if this is true, (which I'm guessing it is)...I am so sorry, Paula. It is one of the hardest decisions....I have been in that place, and it is humane, but heart breaking regardless of being the right thing to do. Well expressed in your poem.