pup
happy
excited
prancing dancing
golden retriever
tail chasing
quivering
frisky
pup
I have always wanted a golden retriever puppy.
This year I decided to gift myself one; he is Beau.
Thirty-five pounds of sheer puppy-chewing fun.
Sophie, our thirteen -pound persnickety cocker was horrified.
She is doing her best to pretend that Beau does not exist.
Buddy, a mutt who was dumped on us two years ago likes Beau.
They are both goofy with giant heads and enormous paws.
Buddy was sixty-nine pounds when he was dumped.
He now dresses out at one hundred and sixteen.
The puppy Beau is chewing dry wall, the legs of chairs, and my desk.
I brought home forty dollars of puppy chew toys, but they are not the ticket.
He wants to be close to me every second; it has made walking difficult.
Picture this.
You take a step, but there is a puppy head in between your knees for the next step.
Beau is now in the room with my husband’s drum set.
He has figured out his bark sounds even more fierce here
when it vibrates off the drums.
This is day two.
A pretty amazing day all in all.
Because I have always wanted a golden retriever puppy.
I want a golden retriever puppy
I have always wanted a golden retriever puppy
I need a golden retriever puppy
I plan to bring one home tomorrow
I need the delight she will bring
Golden retriever mama has her paws full with her six.
Without throwing in her own five pups into the mix.
Aren’t those kittens? Someone asks with surprise.
Yes, mama takes care of them all, she is the ultimate prize.
They roam around her like they think she is their mom someone said.
Because they do, agreed another. They have imprinted said Red.
She takes care of them, as if they are her own said the farm hand.
She is the leader of the show, the mama, the leader of the entire band.
Such a shame Genny our doggie pet
Our family golden retriever's life span is so short
They become loving members of the family
In fact she never asks for anything more
Than two meals a day which we strictly follow
And a bathroom break when needed
She is an absolute sweetie!
True sweet love!
My goddaughter searched
A sight on line found
Puppies from a farm
A short drive away
The puppies lined up
To see what to choose
Two females one male
A hard choice to make
She chose the male dog
My goddaughter has
One female and male cat
When they met the dog
The female greeted
The male ran upstairs
He was so angry
He hid in the room
His feelings hurt
The puppy was there
A puppy to to stay
Sadly our Golden is nearing the end
But still has a bunch more loving to give
Amazing how they win you over
In the heart where everybody lives
Fifteen years of warmth and sunshine
Miss Golden you have turned my crank
Sure wish you could live forever
But in reality we have much to thank
Sadly our Golden is nearing the end
She's hanging on for our benefit not hers
We should let her go with dignity
And bequeath her charms to her heirs
brown-headed nuthatch
sounding off in desert tree…
Bernie’s swishing tail
as he runs then peters out…
free bird in leafless mirth squeeks
2/8/2022
For those who've never owned a dog
Your life has been missing a treat
The greatest feeling ever known to man
The epitome of love at your feet
Most loyal companion we've ever known
Our Golden Retriever is that
The most happy joyful disposition ever
We learn a lot from this fact
In spite of all of our many problems
These guys are always there
They cheer us up and help us realize
Life's simple secret is to share
Share the love that's in everyone's heart
Nothing's more important in life
Doggies know, pay attention my friends
Their loyalty gets rid of our strife
A day before our getaway to Miami
We got out the blue suitcase
And as it sat in our bedroom
Getting ready for spring break
Our golden retriever
Ever vigilante
Would not leave its side
Day or night
To go outside eat or drink
No
He could not risk being left behind
Thought it was summer
Going to the lake.
1. My adorable Golden Retriever puppy
2. Naps in between meals
3. He says, “feed me those darn treats!”
4. Captain of our home
5. Shhh...gentle he's a baby...
6. Tears caught by sloppy kisses
7. Way too brave for his britches!
8. Couldn’t ask for a better dog
OTTOANKA CHALLENGE Poetry Contest
March 8, 2019
Sad Shiloh trots nervously across the frozen ground,
Hesitantly, then decidedly, sidling up to a new lady.
At long last has he a loving mistress found?
Will she rescue him from this place, so penned in and shady?
This golden canine, with body thin and coat lackluster,
Places his heart in her hand,
Hoping she’ll see the unrequited love he offers
As his glowing eyes implore her to understand.
She cannot turn away,
And her golden girl needs a brother,
So she promises with her he’ll stay,
That she’ll bless him with the love of a true mother.
Slowly, Shiloh sheds his sadness and learns to play,
His coat, now shiny, grows over healing sores.
He flourishes in mind and body each day.
Shiloh’s eager to please, but there is something more.
The lady realizes Shiloh cannot clearly see,
That’s why he bumps into things and misses in fetch games.
Her tender heart vows to accept what will be,
For Shiloh’s love has rescued her and her golden girl, the same.
Fiona, fair beauty, fleet footed and fancy free,
Flits over the field,
Full of life and fun, a joy to see.
She’s my Bonnie canine, sweet and good,
Loving and loyal, a regal golden,
Her tail held high, 'til coursing the woods.
Wild is my Heather as her namesake flower on the hill,
Pursuing bunnies, squirrels and birds,
Though only for the chase’s thrill.
Nairne, in Gaelic means “dweller by the narrow river glen,”
Which is she, when resting from her adventures now and then.
Oh, Fi, my darling girl,
How you’ve blessed my life and set it in a whirl!
MRT/4-27-10
Almost two weeks since I closed your weary eyes,
some say dogs don’t go to Heaven, but I’m a believer-
Deep in my heart I’d have to say that phrase never applies,
when you’ve lost the mighty heart of a Golden Retriever.
October 28, 2016
To My Favorite Golden Retriever Bo
(I adopted my sister's doggie after she died)
You're beautiful golden hair,
With a splash of gray on your face,
And so what if your fur,
Is all over the damn place.
If you gave me your coat,
I'd make it into a blanket.
I'd stay warm all night,
Without you I couldn't make it.
When your first mommy died,
You had crazy distractions,
For you lost your soul mate,
And you needed a connection.
So I swept you in my arms,
And gave you a warm bed.
We welcomed you with hugs,
As I slowly rubbed your head.
So my little family of four,
Turned to five overnight,
Oh how I prayed you'd love us,
And take away your fright.
Yesterday the vet came,
Your body is full of cancer,
It was all so very sudden,
I had questions needing answers.
So tonight you're here in my arms,
As I gently rub your ear,
And I think about you leaving me,
As I gently wipe a tear.
How will I know,
When it's the right time?
Time to make that terrible decision,
For you to close your eyes.
Your beautiful golden hair,
With a splash of gray on your face,
My love for you soars,
Right through time and space.
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