Ann Gilmour Poet Rhyme

Unrest of Spirit

To lose your sight at any age; such bad luck, such misfortune
Feeling your life has come to an end, when all you need is a loyal friend
You feel like a prisoner within your own frame, unable to venture outside again
No incentive to carry on, as surrounded by blackness, your eyesight has gone

But wait, just open up your mind to see a shining light
She is Bella; she’s your guide dog; she’s your eyes; she’s your eyesight
As you start a life in tandem, at a slightly slower pace 
With Bella by your side you can return to the human race

19th November 2018
Sponsor: Julia Ward
Competition: Unrest of Spirit

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Lindsay Laurie November 19, 2018 at 9:21 PM G'day Ann … a wonderful reminder that there is still good in this world - a nice positive verse - thank you Ann - Lindsay Ann Gilmour November 20, 2018 at 1:06 AM Hello Lindsay how nice to meet you and thanks for your lovely comments. Kindest thoughts Ann x

Caren Krutsinger November 19, 2018 at 2:01 PM I am hoping this is true, and you have a Bella in your life, as this is such a comfort. My Bella is named Sophie. Ann Gilmour November 19, 2018 at 2:16 PM Bella is the name of a guide dog pup I'm sponsoring for Guide Dogs for the Blind Assc. She is a beautiful black labrador and I receive updates and photos of her progress. Sadly I can no longer have a dog with my Parkinson's diagnosis; I would be unable to manage the twice daily walking, but love to see and talk to all the gorgeous dogs and their owners who walk along the seafront daily. I am glad you have Sophie and of course I have loving memories of Bill Bulldog, Kindest thoughts Ann x

Line Gauthier November 19, 2018 at 1:35 PM A lovely poem, Ann. The theme is particularly close to my heart with my husband affected by macular degeneration over the past six years. And I have the utmost respect for all career dogs. Beautifully done. Ann Gilmour November 19, 2018 at 2:21 PM Oh dear, I am so sorry to hear about your husband Line, I send you both my love. I am sponsoring a pup for Guide Dogs for the Blind Assoc. who is called Bella and like you I think these dogs are beautiful souls that are so intune with us humans, they are incredible. Thank you for your lovely comments Line, with kindest thoughts to you both, Ann xx

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart November 19, 2018 at 1:28 PM Excellent piece for this contest! My best to you :) Ann Gilmour November 19, 2018 at 2:23 PM Thanks so much Maureen, so good to hear from you and your lovely comment. Kindest thoughts Ann x