Loyalty Gone

Once was a young fellow in Ghent His dog followed where’er he went As the years swiftly passed, His dog he would outlast Now he’s a sad, lonesome old gent.
written February 24, 2022
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Allison Avatar
February 28, 2022 at 12:45 PM
oh how sad Milt, good limerick:-) hugs Jan xx
Hankins Avatar
February 28, 2022 at 1:17 PM
Thanks for your thoughts, Jan. Nice to hear from you!
Krutsinger Avatar
February 27, 2022 at 3:50 PM
I know he would be - I would be super sad.
Hankins Avatar
February 27, 2022 at 4:58 PM
I think I've known a few people like this. Their pets were everything to them, and they outlived their pets. It was difficult to continue. I hesitate to get a dog or a cat now, because I feel like they will outlive me. Then, who would take care of them. A pet is like a child, you know. Once you take them, you have this tremendous obligation to be there for them.
Kyser Avatar
February 27, 2022 at 4:11 AM
On a lark, he went down to the pound // ’Twas a sweet, sad-eyed Lab that he found // It was love at first sight // A true joy and delight // Now that each has the other around
Hankins Avatar
February 27, 2022 at 8:56 AM
Oh, how I think so. Jeff, I think I'd like to add your limerick to mine, if you don't mind. I'll give you credit! Let me know.
Buehler Avatar
February 26, 2022 at 8:18 PM
That kind of love and loyalty is bound to be missed! A touching, finely crafted limerick, Milton. All good wishes, Evelyn :)
Hankins Avatar
February 27, 2022 at 9:00 AM
Thank you, Evelyn. I really was pleased to hear from you.
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