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Our Beloved Ben

Ben,our springer,brown & white Was our teen-daughter's delight; Bred by the famous Shand-Kydd Causing us to part with fifty quid. He soon grew,chewing lino & chairs Forever racing up our stairs; We'd no idea what he would become This stress-filled harum-scarum. A sporting dog,much too inbred So to the vet,our footsteps led; A day so filled with tears, Engraved upon all our yesteryears.

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/29/2023 10:27:00 AM

Congratulations on your win Brian. Your memories of this boisterous companion are lovely yet bittersweet. When our pets leave us, they do leave a rather large hole in our hearts and lives! Your words touched my heart. Sending you blessings!

Valsa George

Date: 3/27/2023 9:49:00 PM

I feel he has been unruly, but part of your family and much loved. He left leaving a great void. Congratulations on your great win Brian .....

Frances Schiavina

Date: 3/27/2023 7:10:00 AM

Congratulations Brian on your winning poem. So well written with playful fun and tears.

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 3/27/2023 12:24:00 AM

Thank you for entering this poetry contest Brian, and congratulations on your high placing win! :)

Daniel Turner

Date: 3/12/2023 11:06:00 AM

this poem is a bittersweet tale, Brian. The good was how Ben became a part of your family and then the bitter when he passed. My dog is quickly approaching that time. Im not ready.