Sally Eslinger Poet Rhyme

The Pups and I Go Walking

** The Pupu and I Go Walking **

Under a slice of melon-orange moon, 
We’re off to walk (the pups and I)…
Far along for long,
‘Til our energy has gone..

We totter over to the nearest lawn
And lie down there to sleep.
The grass is so cold, so wet with dew
We’ve gone off only for a walk, but died, too.

But, wait!  Push away the urge to weep!
‘Tis not the intended ending that it seems…
St. Peter denied us entry, declaring.
   “Your time is yet Long to come.  So, Leave!
Resume your walking far and long…Back to dream
    On a lawn — too cold, too wet, Earth-green.”


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(c)sally young eslinger 6/23/2023
Thanks be to God

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Bill Baker June 26, 2023 at 3:35 PM I love the twist at the end, Sally. I enjoyed the walk and sleep and the end. I'm glad it won't be your time for a long time to come. Nice imagery and pleasant read, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Paula Goldsmith June 25, 2023 at 10:34 AM A creative/fun write. Have a great day/week............

Sotto Poet June 25, 2023 at 7:13 AM Wow, Sally what a magnificent piece of poetry you have composed! Your impeccable choice of words captivates the reader from the very beginning to the end, drawing them into a profound examination of the world under the enchanting melon-orange moon. The unexpected twist towards the conclusion is a testament to your remarkable creativity!

Vijay Pandit June 25, 2023 at 7:00 AM Under a slice of melon-orange moon, We’re off to walk (the pups and I)…what a beautiful opening to your poem, Sally. The sudden turn in the poem towards the end quite imaginative!