Carolyn Devonshire Poet Couplet

What I Couldn'T Leave Behind

I woke smelling smoke as I lay in bed
Suddenly my mind was filled with great dread

From my window I could see flames leaping
So much had been lost as I was sleeping

With heat and pungent smoke my house was rife
Decided to jump out to save my life

‘Twas then I heard my cat starting to choke
My compassion little Boots did evoke

I grabbed her up quickly in my left arm
Together we jumped, saving us from harm

Gems aplenty in my jewelry box
In a room filled with priceless antique clocks

But Boots meant more than all of these combined
She was one thing I could not leave behind


*Entry for Kristen's "Last Chance" contest
Written January 17, 2012

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Daver Austin January 19, 2012 at 2:00 PM A cat lover. Wonderful! What would I do, though, with ten cats? I would probably go down with the ship, cats and all. Love, daver

Joe Maverick January 19, 2012 at 2:35 AM Good entry here Carolyn.. i looked to see if i could mail you but couldn't see the logo..) i will be off for a while..! take care Joe..)

Jack Horne January 18, 2012 at 2:57 PM My, scary experience, my friend - so glad you and little Boots escaped. Excellent write, as always. I hadn't realised you'd been posting - will read them all tomorrow xx

James Peranteau January 18, 2012 at 2:22 PM Exciting write here Carolyn ! I had that experience moons ago, yet with my iguana. Miss ya dear friend ! Have a blessed week...much love, james

Harry Horsman January 18, 2012 at 8:57 AM Well if you ever decided to tell us about yourself, this poem says all. it how i've always seen you anyway. love this. harry

Kash Poet January 18, 2012 at 1:40 AM Very nice Carolyn.I would have done the same.Best wishes.

Russell Sivey January 17, 2012 at 5:14 PM This poem brought a tear to my eye Carolyn...to save the precious cat's life, yes that is of highest priority! I don't have a pet so I took my ever precious laptop with me...very important! Your poem was written very well and brought a lot of emotion with it! Awesome Work!!

Tim B January 17, 2012 at 1:48 PM A powerful poem, rife with emotions and great storytelling. That having been said it also has a lot of great metaphors open for reader interpretation. Just the kind of poetry for me :). Excellent stuff Mrs. Carolyn.

Natalie The Rogue Rhymer January 17, 2012 at 1:36 PM Carolyn this brought tears to my eyes. Wow-so powerful. I can't even imagine hearing Tiki choke on smoke. I'd also give up all material possessions to save the little guy. BTW-DH took your book to work-he reads it on all of his breaks and is just lovin' it. I told him he better finish soon so I can start on it :)

John Rhinem January 17, 2012 at 1:15 PM Smile ˜ Sooo loving my dear beautiful Carolyn ˜ Bless your loving and precious heart for saving priceless little Boot's life ˜ Prioritize I always say and what is the material compared unto this, beauty ¥ My love, John!:) ˜

Diane Christian January 17, 2012 at 1:06 PM aww beautiful written and god bles you and nice to see you here carolyn its been a while LOL