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~1st Place~
Contest: All Pets Go To Heaven
Sponsor: Constance La France
Judged: 08/24/2020

June 23, 2026. Entered in the Contest, "Ode To Cat 2"   Sponsor, JCB Brul

Our Charlie Angel


We know he's up in heaven- Charlie Cat-
a sweeter pet than he- could never be.
My hubby-fireman, rescued him one night
from fiery flames- then took him home to me.

He showed his gratitude in many ways-
with sweet meows and gentle, loving eyes.
More like a puppy, he'd be at our side;
asleep all night- then pat my cheek to rise.

No matter where- he'd answer to our call
and run to jump into our loving arms.
A plain, gray tabby cat, for sure, was he-
with faithful mood and altruistic charms.

We picture him with wings and halo crown-
green sparkling eyes that still say I love you;
we feel his presence, often late at night,
beside us reading- as we used to do.

He passed away at twenty years of age.
We know he's up in heaven- for you see
with thankfulness, he blessed us every day;
a kinder pet than he- could never be.





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La France Avatar
August 31, 2020 at 9:58 AM
Sandra, congratulations on your win in my All Pets Go To Heaven challenge with this emotional write, it truly touched my heart, a FAV for me _Constance
Haight Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 9:08 AM
Thanks, Constance, for the nice placement, FAV, and uplifting comment. I really enjoyed writing for your contest. Sandra
Andresen Avatar
August 25, 2020 at 4:53 AM
- I'm sure he has a crown and wings ... congratulations on your top win, Sandra :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Goldsmith Avatar
August 14, 2020 at 1:57 PM
A wonderful story/poem and picture. Our fur coat friends/family are waiting for us. We will be with them again. Enjoy your day....................
Cunningham Avatar
August 9, 2020 at 12:08 AM
So sad to lose a pet Sandra, but they're more than that, they become part of your family. Good luck in the contest Tom
Carmack Avatar
August 8, 2020 at 9:45 PM
Hope to see this again on the winner's list.
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