Last Walk (Acrostic)

Late afternoon, on a June day, I took a stroll.
Another day like any other, but soon no more,
Shaded area before, darkened my heartfelt soul.
Talking to him, just a few minutes before, the roar,

We were pals, my little canine friend, poet and me.
Always together, except, when truck came speeding.
Listening, this terrible sound, how could it be?
Knowing the worst, I carried him, my heart pleading.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Esquire Avatar
October 26, 2009 at 6:37 PM
Dear Cecil, Congratulations on YOUR 2nd place Win in Constance's Contest This is especially meaningful to me as I have just Yesterday lost my faithful companion of 12 years I too feel the pleading of the Heart Superb POETIC Talent A well deserved Honor Thank-YOU for YOUR Gracious Comments ALWAYS YOURS...HG
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October 23, 2009 at 4:49 AM
Congratulations, Cecil, on your success in Constance’s “A Walk to Remember” contest with this heartfelt and very sad poem. It's easy to see why you placed. Your poetic skills shine. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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October 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM
Heartbreaking walk indeed! OMG! Congratualtions on your win! ~Trudy~
Gorelick Avatar
October 18, 2009 at 10:59 AM
Cecil, Sad walk but great write..conrats on your win. BG
George   Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 8:34 PM
DEAR CECIL, Congratulations on your win. Such a heartbreaking walk. Love, Lainie
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October 16, 2009 at 7:33 PM
so sorry, congrats on the win!!
Richards Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 5:32 PM
I remember this heart wrenching poem. Congratulations on a moving poem...and a sure winner. ~ Love, Carrie
Brown Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 3:08 PM
Congratulations on your win in Constance's contest Cecil. Love, Carol
Sheart Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 3:03 PM
Cecil, congrats on your 2nd place win! Happy for you. Love Light Truth Patricia
Moreno Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 2:43 PM
Cecil, congrats on your big win in the contest...Raul
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October 5, 2009 at 5:03 PM
Oh, how sad! It is a very well written poem, great acrostic although so sad. Thanks for sharing and thank you for your comments on my poem, "Deep Sleep". Caroline.
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October 5, 2009 at 11:18 AM
Such a sad experience. The emotion comes through your words. Good use of the acrostic form. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and for your kind comment. Have a good day! Karen
Freeman Avatar
October 5, 2009 at 8:25 AM
Unfortunately, I know the feeling Cecil. This is amazing clarity in detail, Sorry for the loss. Sincerely, Moses THANK YOU FOR YOUR MOST GRACIOUS COMMENT, WELCOME AND APPRECIATED
Richards Avatar
October 2, 2009 at 8:42 AM
This is a heartbreaking story. What a terrible day, in an instant, all can be lost. I'm so sorry! ~ Love, Carrie
Brown Avatar
October 2, 2009 at 6:29 AM
Thank you for posting your splendid poetry that we all may read it Cecil. Sorry for your loss my friend. Love, Carol
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