Wayward Friend and Pal

Was not looking for any more pets,
Although worried about this mutt.
Yes, I fed him, French fries and burger.
What I had not eaten, myself that day,
A stray that everyone thought stupid,
Reluctantly he stayed clear of many.
Daring not get caught, he ran away.

Free spirit, never loved by anyone it seems.
Raining one night, daughter brought him home.
I was surprised and captured, by his remembrance.
Everywhere he followed me; he was my friend.
Never forgot did he, that I gave him some food.
Delightful puppy I named Poet, he was part of me.

Always waiting for me, when I arrived home,
Now and always, his free spirit was his own.
Daring little mutt, not afraid of our bigger dog,

Precious thoughts of his strange habits, always there.
Along with the way, he loved to play and lick my ear.
Love had grown, between Poet and me, remembering here.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Brown Avatar
March 16, 2010 at 6:08 AM
Congratulations on your win in the contest ~Somewhere A Pet Is Waiting Contest~ sponsored by ~A Rambling Poet~ Cecil. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
March 15, 2010 at 9:24 PM
A belated congrats to you on making the winner's circle with your sweet poem. LUv, Andrea
Haick Avatar
March 14, 2010 at 10:42 AM
Congratulations on your win in the contest, Cecil! We're always grateful for memories like these! Peace, Audrey
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March 13, 2010 at 4:10 AM
Congratulations Cecil, on your win in The Rambling Poet’s “Somewhere A Pet Is Waiting” contest. Your fond memories remain...true, as was your wayward pal. lovely and a wonderful way to start the day. Lovingly, Dane Ann
Arteaga Avatar
March 10, 2010 at 7:49 PM
congrats pets always find ways to our hearts
Sweetheart Avatar
March 10, 2010 at 6:35 PM
Congrats Cecil on your winning poem and placement in the Pet contest.. a wonderful write and win for u to so enjoy as I have reading it... thankxxx so very much for your special and kind comments on my poetry always...luv.. "Sweetheart" of PS
Richards Avatar
March 10, 2010 at 6:02 PM
What an endearing poem about your sweet mutt! Congratulations on your win, Cecil! Great job! ~ love, Carrie
Johnson Avatar
March 10, 2010 at 5:59 PM
It's a shame their life expectations on so short. We always have to say goodbye. Congratulations on your win. Joyce
Austin Avatar
March 7, 2010 at 5:48 AM
Yes, they do become family. Enjoyed mucho! BIG LOVE, daver
Strand Avatar
March 7, 2010 at 12:32 AM
Lovely name Cecil.Nice poem too.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome commnts today.
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