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The Thrill Is Gone

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For years I’d begged my parents for a puppy Sam was a surprise gift for my ninth birthday With his huge dark brown eyes and long waggy tail I was just smitten When I returned home from school, he’d fetch his lead then wait patiently by the door to go out I’d promised my parents I’d take him for walks to the local park That year we had such a glorious summer We’d play outside all day in the bright sunshine Autumn came, with drizzle and torrential rain I hated those walks! The reality of owning Sam hit home In rainy weather we still had to go out But I’d made a lifelong commitment to Sam my four legged friend Pick-A-Title, Vol 19 - 4 Sapphic Stanzas - Poetry Contest Sponsored By Edward Ibeh 5. The Thrill Is Gone Checked with soup syllable counter 06/12/20

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Aditi Mishra

Date: 7/27/2020 11:45:00 AM

Oh this is such a heartwarming tale Jan! Absolutely love Sam :) Congratulations on your win!

Jan Allison
Date: 7/27/2020 2:01:00 PM

Thanks Aditi:-) hugs Jan xx

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/23/2020 4:35:00 AM

Enjoyed the story, Jan--the final stanza most of us can relate to as well. A wonderful podium win..BIG congrats!

Jan Allison
Date: 7/23/2020 2:49:00 PM

Thanks Vijay:-) hugs Jan xx

Hilo Poet

Date: 7/22/2020 7:11:00 PM

A touching rendering written from the heart, Jan, quaint indeed my friend and my compliments on your honorable placement -- Aloha~@William

Jan Allison
Date: 7/23/2020 2:49:00 PM

thanks William:-) hugs Jan xx

James Inman

Date: 7/22/2020 6:10:00 PM

A sweet story and wonderful life lesson, Jan.

Jan Allison
Date: 7/23/2020 2:48:00 PM

thanks James:-) hugs Jan xx

Edward Ibeh

Date: 7/22/2020 10:52:00 AM

This is a terrific, cute poem, Jan:-) I really enjoyed it. Heartiest congratulations on your win!

Jan Allison
Date: 7/22/2020 11:36:00 AM

many thanks Edward:-) hugs Jan xx

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 6/17/2020 9:49:00 PM

I actually had a dog named Sammy (been gone a few years now) but he was my fluffy sweetheart, this brought back happy memories, so thank you-

Jan Allison
Date: 7/14/2020 2:15:00 PM

aww bet you miss him Michelle:-( hugs jan xx

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 6/15/2020 6:14:00 PM

Hello Jan … the context of your verse describes the new age dog. Once the owners made the decision; nowadays the owner does what the dog tells them to do. This is a great style Jan - thank you - Lindsay

Jan Allison
Date: 6/15/2020 6:39:00 PM

thanks Lindsay I struggled with this form not sure I will write it again in the future:-) hugs jan xx

Funom Makama

Date: 6/15/2020 3:20:00 PM

Remarkable lines, true words, amazing piece from a very deep and wise mind. I love every bit of this. Great work

Jan Allison
Date: 6/15/2020 4:36:00 PM

thanks Funom:-) hugs Jan xx

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/13/2020 6:48:00 PM

Your entry is a good one Jan! I will have to check out this contest. So many contests to consider. Our rain here is warm so I never mind getting wet! I hope this rates high for you Jan. Enjoy your weekend. One day is just like the rest here. : ) xxoo

Jan Allison
Date: 6/13/2020 7:24:00 PM

I found it a real challenge, thanks for dropping by Connie:-) hugs Jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/13/2020 6:36:00 PM

ahh, this is the one you entered. The Thrill is Gone with that cute Sam dog poem. Is it true you had such a dog, Jan? I've yet to do Sapphic STanza. It's very difficult. Hurrah for you doing one here!

Jan Allison
Date: 6/13/2020 7:11:00 PM

It's pure fiction and I found it such a challenge - will be my fist and last lol:-) hugs Jan xx