Gregory Richard Barden Poet Rhyme

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* This is my cat, Sugar, the sweetest spirit I've ever known *

sweetest sugar -

oh, mine, the coldest heart to thaw
               with but one touch, your little paw

a tiny heart to love me through
               the worst and best of what I do

you care not how I strive or live
               still pure, is ALL the love you give

my hopes were nearly gone the day
               your sweetened smile came to stay

yet one gaze in your sparkled eyes
               turned all my gloom to sunny skies

how could I know your fuzzy ploy -
               to flood my house and heart with joy

your gentle spirit taught me care
               I need its shine like lungs need air

and if this world e'er finds you gone
               I've not such strength to carry on

for should you find the need to leave
               how deep my weary soul will grieve

of all life's blessings, tried and true
               there's none that I've loved more ... than YOU.







~ 1st Place ~  in the "Write A Rhyme About Your Favorite Pet, Living Or Not" Poetry Contest, Regina Riddle, Judge & Sponsor.

* My poem is about one of my cats, Sugar, who has the sweetest spirit I've ever known ... she literally saved my life. *

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Andrea Dietrich October 18, 2019 at 6:40 PM oh silly me. I see at the very top that you write about her in the present tense. Lucky you, Greg. My sweet black cat died this year. I had one like Sugar years ago. Her name was Callie Cat. Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:19 AM Oh, I remember that, Andrea, and I'm so, so sorry ... I had an all-black cat right before I had these two ... he was a stray who adopted me, and he also saved my life, (as Sugar has). He was a BIG boy, and while he wasn't affectionate, he followed me EVERYwhere ... he showed up on Halloween night, and was starving and near death. I wasn't sure I'd go on when he left, then Sugar came by way of a rescue with her half-sister, Princess. I am so thankful for them. Blessings, Buddy! :o) <3

Andrea Dietrich October 18, 2019 at 6:35 PM It sounds like she is still alive. I hope she is, Greg. Maybe i heard you mention her before. This one melts the heart. I really like it, and congrats on your deserved top place. Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:15 AM Yes, she is, Andrea, and she is what gets me out of bed each day ... without her, I'm not sure I'd even BE here. Thanks and blessings, Dear Friend! :o) <3

David Drowley October 14, 2019 at 11:44 AM Greg, Congratulations on your win! My daughter will love this one. You captured her love for dogs perfectly (she has seven). David Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:14 AM Thank you so very much, David, that's very kind of you! Wow - SEVEN - that's awesome! I adore dogs, too, though I don't have any at present. Blessings, my friend! :o)

Robert Johnson October 13, 2019 at 8:49 PM You have personified the effect these sweet felines can have on our lives Gregory. Love this poem and congrats on your well deserved 1st place. <3 Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:13 AM That's a very sweet comment, Leslie, and I thank you so very much ... blessings to you and yours, my friend! :o) <3

Jeanne Mcgee October 12, 2019 at 6:09 PM Sweetness personified...congrats on the first place. Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:12 AM Many kind thanks to you, Jeanne - blessings! :o) <3

Panagiota Romios October 11, 2019 at 9:25 AM Totally Awessome Congrats Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:08 AM Thank you very much, Panagiota - blessings, Friend! :o) <3

John Hamilton October 10, 2019 at 5:36 PM Congrats Greg on another worthy winner! Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:08 AM Thank you so much, Sir John! :o)

Jan Terry October 10, 2019 at 12:01 PM The best of the best - kitty and poem! Both tug at my heart. Our pets are so much more than companions; they are unconditional love and you described that purrfectly in your wonderful poem. Congrats on a well written poem. Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:07 AM You are SO correct, Jan, and I would be so lost without that love and acceptance every day ... no matter WHAT my mood, they bring me joy, unwavering. Blessings and thanks to you, my friend! :o) <3

Chris Green October 10, 2019 at 10:13 AM I have three cats and one sounds so much like your little Sugar. This was really sweet and heart felt. Congrats on your win my friend. Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:06 AM Many kind thank-you's to you, Chris, I so appreciate it ... these little creatures can really steal your heart, can't they? We are blessed, my friend! :o)

Anna Hopper October 10, 2019 at 8:09 AM This is perfect! Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:05 AM Awww ... thank you SO much, Anna - that's very sweet! Blessings, My Friend! :o) <3

Jan Allison October 10, 2019 at 7:35 AM Aww what a touching poem Greg, many congratulations on your win :-) hugs Jan xx Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:04 AM That's very kind, Jan, I'm so pleased you enjoyed it! Blessings! :o) <3

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart October 10, 2019 at 7:18 AM I knew this would be a winner ;), Congratulations dear poet! xomo <3 Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:03 AM Thank you very much, Mo, this is a special one for me ... blessings, Dear Poet! :o) <3

Anne-Lise Andresen October 10, 2019 at 7:10 AM - How sweet she is, Gregory ... congratulations on your lovely winning poem :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:03 AM Many kind thanks, Anne-Lise - it is greatly appreciated! :o) <3

John Lawless October 10, 2019 at 7:07 AM So, Greg, this little kitty shared one of her nine lives with you. She deserves the POTD....Puddytat of the Day award Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:02 AM Oh, I love that, John, thank you so much! What a wonderful way to put it - blessings, My Friend! :o)

Regina Mcintosh October 10, 2019 at 6:59 AM Congratulations on your winning poem and thank you for entering it. I love it. Bless you and love to you, Gina Gregory Richard Barden October 19, 2019 at 4:02 AM Thank you so much for my wonderful placement, Regina, I so greatly appreciate it, as this poem is VERY special to me! Blessings! :o) <3

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart October 8, 2019 at 10:06 AM Oh sweetness. Love this. Hugs my friend. xomo Gregory Richard Barden October 9, 2019 at 12:26 AM Thank you so very much, Maureen - so appreciated.

Heidi Sands October 8, 2019 at 6:31 AM Wow. Bless your cat Sugar. I love your poem. Well done :) Gregory Richard Barden October 9, 2019 at 12:25 AM Many kind thanks to you, Heidi - I'm pleased you enjoyed it! :o) <3