The Unicorn and the Puppy Fable

I walked alone, no other unicorn  lived
In this forest that's called life
Nosing my way amongst the flowers
Taking in all it offered without strife

One day I come across a lost puppy
I looked down on him saying
What's your name, how did u get lost
He looked up at me crying

They didn't want me 
they drove here and pushed me out
Shut the car door and drove off
I did give a shout.

Why do you look strange the puppy asked
Why have you just one horn
Though beautiful it is
It looks like you were shorn

I am a unicorn puppy dear
I said with some surprise
Some say I am handsome
But I can't believe the lies

They walked together through the glen
Chatting away like friends of old
Night time came they would gather moss
Roll up together warming their nose and toes

A family came to visit the glen
Mum and dad and children two
The unicorn stepped forward
This puppy needs a home with you.

The children loved  the puppy 
Can we take him home
The unicorn nodded wisely
Soon he will be all alone

My time here is over
I was here to look after you
I said to the puppy, my job is finished
Now you have a home anew


The moral of my fable is: 

Just  like the Unicorn
Everyone is here for a purpose, given time it will be revealed.



Penned oct 21 2014
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Johnson Avatar
November 19, 2014 at 8:49 PM
Nicely told, fable and moral. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
Roberts Avatar
November 19, 2014 at 9:43 PM
Hi Joyce, I am glad you liked it, tried to make it simple so a youngster can enjoy it ....Seren
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November 19, 2014 at 2:20 PM
Great story, beautifully penned. Congratulations on your win Seren
Roberts Avatar
November 19, 2014 at 9:41 PM
Hello Brenda, thank you for stopping by.....Seren
Lamoureux Avatar
November 18, 2014 at 7:13 PM
Lovely Seren, congratulations!
Roberts Avatar
November 19, 2014 at 9:40 PM
Thank you Richard, nice to see you again...Seren
Yvonne Avatar
November 18, 2014 at 4:40 PM
Congratulations on your first place win, I am so happy for you my tail his wagging and I won't even mention what my Uni horn is doing.
Yvonne Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 8:08 PM
Really, really good Seren, I hope this does well for the contest. Lots Of Luck.
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 9:35 PM
thx Maurice bet u will write a brilliant one as per usual ....Seren
Kiser Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 6:34 PM
So true and beautifully penned.
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 9:36 PM
just must remember to not live wondering why u are here lol. but I wonder why hahaha....Seren
Leach Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 4:29 PM
A sweet and clever poem. Is this the unicorn poem you mentioned?
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 6:26 PM
Hi Alesia, yes it is, thanks for coming by and taking a peep....Seren
Smith Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 3:17 PM
This is a fabulous story Seren...hugs Tim
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 6:28 PM
Hello Tim thanks a lot ....Seren
Sivey Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 10:48 AM
I'm not quite done with my studies! I have about another year to go, then I'll graduate! Nice to see your works again my friend!
Sivey Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 7:46 AM
I love the moral of this story my friend! I really enjoyed reading this enlightening write this morning! I will only be around for a few days as I'm getting ready for my next class! school has taken all of my time that I would spend here on the Soup! I miss all of you all! This poem is magnificent Seren! I truly loved this glorious piece! Great Work!!
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 10:29 AM
Hello Russell, how nice to see you again, have you finished nearly your studies? .......Seren
Nance Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 6:51 AM
aww that is real nice :) a good story :)
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 10:28 AM
thanks Cas ....Seren
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October 23, 2014 at 5:20 AM
Such a pleasant tale!
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 10:28 AM
Thank you Terry glad you stopped by to read it .....Seren
Chircop Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 3:09 AM
what a wise and beautiful messageSerena.
Roberts Avatar
October 23, 2014 at 3:18 AM
Thank you Charmaine, ...Seren
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