Laurie Ginn Poet Free verse

Woman's Best Friend

Kittens, birds, rabbits, ferrets and an occasional frog
All were quite welcome and had their part
But nothing takes the place of a dog

Since I was little I never went long
Without having a dog in my home
For no matter whatever you could say of the rest
With a dog you will never go wrong

A German Shepherd named Rocky
Was a favorite pet of mine
I owned him during a grievous time
But this dog seemed always to know
His eyes would gaze so deep in my soul
And his head on my knee made me whole

Never in all my life had I lived alone
And sometimes there would be fear
But I was always reassured to know
I was safe whenever Rocky was near

My youngest would lay on his belly
And they’d fall asleep in the sun
I knew the first time he laid eyes on this dog
A new love affair had begun

What can you say when a dog
Still has so much of your heart
It matters not he’s been gone for so long
My love for him will never depart

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Brian Strand March 7, 2009 at 7:59 AM Faithful and true Laurie ,nice one.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments

Robin L. Gass January 26, 2009 at 10:54 AM Laurie, this is so touchng. Isn't it something how they become part of our family There is something very special about a relationship with dogs. I had one (or more) most of my life, too. I have three labs now. Big pain in the buts sometime but I wouldn't trade them for the world. Great write, Laurie. A lovely tribute to Rocky. Love and hugs, Robin

Lawrence Ingle January 14, 2009 at 4:16 PM Great writing. Yep0! dogs are a man and womans best friend.. I use have two pet ferrets, a honey colored one, my oldest brother had caught in his back yard, and a rare blackfoot one. I got the blackfoot from a friend at Churchill Downs. I ended up turning them both loose way out in the country on a friends big farm in Kentucky. Thanks for your comments on my valentine poem.. I was just thinking of one for a valentine song contest to send to Paramount Group in Nashville. Lawrence in Lou.Ky.

John Rhinem January 8, 2009 at 7:12 PM Smile~I love dogs too! Actually, I love all of "Gods Creations!"~All that is accept, satan and his crew! Smile~What an innocent and lovely write dear lady~a reflection of "Your Pretty Heart" I believe!! So, it has truly been a pleasure, and a heart warming visit here with you dear lady! ~"My Love As Always To You & Your Loves, John!"~Good Night Dear!:)

John Loving Iii January 8, 2009 at 12:37 PM you can't see mans best friend untill you have one and i did. his lose was the greatest lose of my life. the needs in life; a good woman, a good son, and a good dog. john

Michael Degenhardt January 8, 2009 at 11:46 AM Dogs are more than friends, for they become a part of us, offering unconditional love of their own. This is beautiful and touching. Michael

Sharon Winter January 8, 2009 at 11:45 AM They truly are one of life's most beautiful, loving and loyal creatures. Somehow they do see into our soul, and know our hearts. I have never lived without a dog. A beautiful tribute. Laurie, so appreciate your lovely comment, as when I was little, my mom too had a Lilac bush outside our kitchen window in our backyard. They are a memory of her for me. I had chills reading your comment. Isn't that strange? Thank you sweet friend. Love, Shar

Kristin Reynolds January 8, 2009 at 2:43 AM Oh Hun, you know I feel this poem deeply. That last verse...yes, my Eugene is in my heart, now and always, and is still as much a part of me as he ever was. :) I miss him!!! And sweet Rocky...beautiful, love, Kristin

Carrie Richards January 7, 2009 at 1:15 PM They are such sweet companions...they never judge or stay mad...so forgiving...and all it takes is a little pat on the head, and they are yours! What a sweet dedication to Woman's best friend! ~ Carrie

Christopher Higgins January 7, 2009 at 9:19 AM Beautiful write on this love poem for your dog. I truly enjoyed this write that is expressed so well. Chris.