The Light

Quote By Poet: "Some pets are people in fur coats"
I had a calling,
I knew I must leave my home.
Where was I going,
the light in me must lead my way.
I walked for days,
down the streets and by the highway.
I came across a huge backyard,
I was limping through the soft green grass.
A little girl came running over to me,
she was talking sweetly.
Then she reached out with her little hand,
gentle rubs fell upon my head.
The pain in my paws was almost unbearable,
with each step I thought I could not go on.
As we walked to the backdoor she saw I was limping,
at the door she told me to stay.
She opened the door and starting yelling,
her dad came rushing to her aid.
Strong and gently he scooped me up,
into the kitchen we went.
As I lay on the floor,
my paws were being cleaned and bandaged.
The little girl kept talking softly as she rubbed my head,
I could feel her love everywhere.
Her dad scooped me up into his strong and gentle arms,
the three of us were off.
My new bed made from clean warm blankets,
the garage was now my new home.
The little girl was crying as she rubbed my head,
her dad was pulling her away.
She needed to go into the house,
I needed to rest.
My journey had ended by the light,
as I had walked my paw pads off.
I now knew why it all happened,
this little girl really needed me.
Date Written: 6/4/2022
3 Place
Note: A true story. After my dog had been killed, I prayed for a dog.
He showed up and would not leave my side.
Personification- Pets Talking Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Constance La France

Copyright © | Year Posted 2022



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Date: 7/21/2022 2:02:00 PM
Paula, a very enduring poem, it brought a tear, and congratulations on your win in my contest, blessings ~Constance
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 7/22/2022 9:58:00 AM
Thank You, for your note/visit and for your congratulations. I am honored to have this win in your wonderful pet contest. Glad you enjoyed this write. God did answer my prayers. My loving dog was sent from heaven. It is all true. The ending said it all. Have a blessed day...................
Date: 7/9/2022 4:01:00 PM
Paula, how wonderful that your prayers were answered by God sending you a little dog to love. I really love your story. Congratulations on your win. Blessings xxoo
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 7/9/2022 8:56:00 PM
Thanks for your note/visit and for your congratulations. I am honored to have this win. Yes, God did answer my prayers. A loving dog was sent from heaven. Have a blessed weekend...................
Date: 7/1/2022 9:19:00 PM
A very sweet poem.... reads like an interesting story telling how a dog was picked up by a little girl ! Congratulations on your win dear Paula. Stay blessed !
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 7/9/2022 8:55:00 PM
Thanks for your note/visit and for your congratulations. I am honored to have this win. Yes, this loving dog and little girl picked each other up. A match made in heaven. Have a blessed weekend...................
Date: 7/1/2022 12:41:00 PM
Congratulations on your win, Paula. You penned such an incredible poem. Blessings
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 7/1/2022 1:02:00 PM
Thanks for your note/visit, kind words and for your congratulations. I am honored to have this win. There are many memories here. Have a blessed day/weekend...................
Date: 7/1/2022 11:52:00 AM
Love and loyalty of pets to the owner is great. Beautiful. Congratulations!
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 7/1/2022 12:12:00 PM
Thanks for your note/visit and for your congratulations. I am honored to have this win. Pets are filled with love and loyalty. Have a blessed day/weekend...................
Date: 6/20/2022 12:54:00 AM
What a marvelous story! "The little girl kept talking softly as she rubbed my head, I could feel her love everywhere." Oh, yes!
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/20/2022 8:30:00 AM
Thanks for your note/visit. Glad you enjoyed this true write. Yes, feeling her love everywhere. Have a blessed day...................
Date: 6/18/2022 2:59:00 PM
What a lovely and compassionate story through the eyes of your cat, Paula. Good luck in the conyest my friend. Hugs, Bill
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/19/2022 11:02:00 AM
Thanks for your note/visit and for your good luck. Glad you enjoyed this true write about my dog. Have a blessed day...................
Date: 6/7/2022 11:37:00 AM
My friend, such a wonderful and very uplifting creation. An exceptional example of prayers being answered. A fav- a glowing jewel to. God bles...
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/7/2022 11:55:00 AM
Thanks for your note and visit. It is great to see you. Glad you enjoyed this true write. Over my life I have had so many prayers answered. It all started when I was very young. Have a blessed day...................
Date: 6/5/2022 7:08:00 PM
Dear Paula, the tender endearing emotions of your poem touch me deeply. Your last line is a great finale to a beautiful piece. Warmest wishes, my wonderful friend.. ~Susan
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/6/2022 11:59:00 AM
Thanks for your note. Glad you enjoyed this write. Have a blessed day...................
Date: 6/5/2022 3:12:00 AM
I enjoyed reading this! Very nice and touching
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/5/2022 8:39:00 AM
Thanks for your note. Glad you enjoyed reading this true story. Have a blessed weekend.................
Date: 6/4/2022 4:06:00 PM
A lovely true story Paula, the dog had found a wonderful home… Belle
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 6/4/2022 4:20:00 PM
Thanks for your note. Yes, he found the best home ever. Have a blessed weekend.................
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