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The Horse Named Maybe

I bought me a horse from a feller named Clyde, said, "She’s gentle and sweet, just a joy for to ride." Well, "Maybe" she was, and maybe she weren't-- the first thing she did was dump me in dirt. I saddled up hopeful, boots shiny and proud, "Maybe" just yawned and sat down on the ground. I pulled, and I pushed, and I pleaded and begged, but Maybe just blinked and then stomped on my leg. Now me and ol' Maybe, we're thick as can be-- she naps in the shade, and she bosses on me. Folks laugh when I ride--I don't mind much, you see-- 'cause Maybe's the only girl stubborn as me.

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Date: 5/3/2025 3:58:00 PM
Hello Alsesia this poem os cute. Hugs. /Darlene/
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 5/11/2025 4:15:00 PM
Hello Alseia, That little horse is famous now. Thank you for the hugs. Hugs Daarlene/
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Alesia Leach
Date: 5/11/2025 12:08:00 PM
Hi Darlene! Thank you so much--I'm glad you found it cute! That little horse trotted right out of my imagination and onto the page. Sending hugs back your way!
Date: 4/28/2025 6:15:00 PM
At least they understand one another...this is a fine write in loving personification and psychological projection Alesia. I like the parable herein...love that which you understand...J.A.B.
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Alesia Leach
Date: 5/1/2025 10:47:00 AM
Thank you, Justin. You always seem to find the quiet truths tucked between the lines. I’m so glad you saw the parable within--it’s one close to my heart. Understanding, even in silence, can be the purest form of love. With appreciation, Alesia

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