I DON'T CARE HOW CLEAN WE TRY TO KEEP OUR 'HOUSE' THOSE...'DUST BUNNIES'...WILL ATTEMPT TO RESIDE. BUT I FOUND A SOLUTION...! TURN ON THE CELESTIAL LIGHT! LET IT SHINE THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE AND THOSE DUST BUNNIES, MIGHT COME BUT THEY WON'T STAY. BUT THEN, IF YOU PREFER TO ENTERTAIN THEM...JUST LEAVE 'THE LIGHT' OFF AND HAVE FUN. HA! HA! HA!...! GREAT WRITE, THANKS! LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...HIS+INSPIRATIONS

I mske my house well lived in and the dust bunnies are there, not bothering me at all, since no one lives here but myself. It's natural and a natural setting, but your dust bunnies get taken care of very well, and I did see photos of your home which is very nice with a lovely deck and a lovely view.

I love how you turn from cleaning the house from the dust to cleaning the mind of things that clutter it, of unwanted things that always come back... Well written. Good use of metaphor. Thanks for sharing.

Regis,
Masterfylly done!
Nicole

You sure captured this in the most unusual way, and being an Animal rights person, do appreciate your understanding ha, loved it!

I've got you under favourite authors for a long time, how come I just found this Regis?

LOLOL, i love this, very quirky, and that ending is my favorite

I like how cleaning house progresses to cleaning the mind in this unique piece. Great read~

Sheila

Regis, I would love to have a house like you describe in this wonderful little poem. Alas, my old house is a veritable haven for desert-born dust bunnies, with nooks and crannies, and knock-knacks on shelves I can't reach (much less see, as I am rather short).

I am quite sure that while I sleep dust bunnies also dance in my head and build nests in the nooks and crannies of my brain...they also hide my car keys and shoes from time to time (what other explanation could there be?).

But, no need for rabbit hunting with a gun. I know of a better weapon. It's called canned air. Dust bunnies tremble in fear of it. One splooosh (or two) and they're gone. I do keep a few around on purpose, though. After all, if it weren't for dust bunnies, who would I blame when I lose my keys and my shoes?

Regis, I enjoyed this poem as I always enjoy reading your creations. Though I don't comment as often as I should, I do read here a lot. You are one of my favorites.
dust-bunny smiles to you!
Jill C

Don't hunt the little buggers, let them starve! :)

You have put those dust bunnies to good use. Don't let them settle in your mind, jist let them blow around for awhile.

This gave me a smile. Great images. You would hate my house. I'd rather write than clean house. My philosophy is: when I can write a poem on the table without a pencil, it must be time to dust.

Ahhh yes, I couldn't agree more! A little insight into the real you! (wink)
Warmest regards and respect,
CJ

this is so cute,,I once thought a dust bunnie could not be a friend, as I get older, they pretty much hang out anywhere they want, they're certanily safe here,,and protected,,,lol, and dust bunnies of the mind,,yep,,I think we all have them,,whether we want to admit it or not,,,but, when it's time to clean house, there is always more to replace them,,,...thanks for the share

I love the dust bunnies!!! And the picture you posted! When I was little; very small; I thought the dust bunnies were cotten candy until I tried to eat them and found out very quickly that they were not good at all to eat!!! Silly dust bunnies. So even men have that perfect vision, too, of a perfect home with no clutter, no dust!!!
GREAT to know!!! Love from Meredith Especially liked the part where the animal rights group comes with the placards; I can just envision it now! Thanks so much, Reg!!!

This is so cute! Those bunnies are hard to chase, lovely write.
Birgit and Roger

Oh this is just delightful, such a cute one Regis! I loved it!

Reindeer

a fun poem. Dust bunnies rule in my house they outnumber me:P

My head is full of talking ghosts...I'm sure dust bunnies are quieter...

awww..that makes me smile, Regis...I'm glad you let the dust bunnies be blissful.

Gina

This is so cute! A fantasy creature that we used to search for, but only found when our noses itched and we sneezed! Thanks, Regis, for the memories!

An entertainingly whimsical and philosophically profound write. Enjoyed it very much.

Yes, those animal rights groups can come at you anytime LOL, kidding...Nice fun read.

fun read... if it wasn't for dust bunnies... I wouldn't have any pets

Dust bunnies built up while you least expect it. Wonderful write and fun to read! Thank you Regis!

Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

Funny poem. greatly enjoyed reading this. Peace and love to you regis

you have a cool sense of humor, Regis ...

What a fun way to start my day Regis, with smiles...at my house I just let the little critters have a couple of rooms to themselves, and we are all happy...smiles
love and peace, Carole

Marvelous bit of poetry, Regis. Thanks.

Where you peaking over my shoulder looking at all my adorable knickknacks just sitting there on top of shiny oak, surrounded by dust? Lol. What a way to start my day with such an upbeat poems. Excellent piece of humor.

~hugs~
Karen

Hehe, this made me smile Regis, I think those dust bunnies are visiting my shelves, they look pretty chilled to me.

Paul;-)

awwwwwwww....I like things to be shiny clean too...but thos bloody dust bunnies keep on tickling my nose...!!

Regis!!!!!!

I need a spring cleaning jobo....no pay just fun and laughter and a couple of sneezes top top it off!!

Lo0ve TinkaSweets!!

Ah such a wonderful and humorous foray into the Category Humor...do you do house cleaning as I would hire you in a heartbeat...Ed

Thank for the wonderful smile, Regis. If I pay for a ticket, will you come and help me clean my house. Should take about two weeks. ;-) ~~Nordette

Awwww. Where will the poor bunnies go if you kick them out? I love
the idea of a pristine house. . .and don't. Knicknacks & gewgaws all have histories. Came from loved ones and former patients and students. Kept an orange papier mache giraffe my daughter made"to hang your bracelets and stuff on" until it literally fell apart. About a foot high. . .makes me smile even now. Sorry. Meant to say I got a real kick out of your poem {'case it isn't obvious}. Plan to print it and squeeze it into this furred and cob-webbed archeological dig. DID scrub off the wax build-up on some floors recently. Had t'climb a ladder!! T h a n k s, Reg. Now go make your peace with the bunnies. 'Pea' <3

too funny. It's time for that spring cleaning, isn't it? hilarious and well done.

I'm smiling at this whimsical poem that has a touch of pathos amongst the humor...excellent write Regis! Thanks for sharing...

Eileen

What would we do without our dust bunnies? Cute poem.

Janet

Ah Reg...you never cease to amaze and amuse me. Love it! Michelle

enjoyed the read

Just Think If All Everybody Was That Clean There Would Not Be Disease-Sickness-As Well As Evil Souls Humans Floating Carelessly Thru This Holy Hell World Destroying Killing Everything In Their Paths...

TRASK

Regis,

Cute write; but please don't come to my apt. It is a mess! A clean mess, but still a mess! LOL Very well done; enjoyed~

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

Regis,

You wouldn't like my apartment...clutter. But clean clutter. LOL The dustbunnies 'round here are fat and happy, as am I.

Love this write--well done!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Very cute write, Reg
Cleanliness is next to Godliness...:)
Watch them bunnies breed !
Peter

Well done Regis.

I, too, am a fan of a sparkling house, Regis, but I will freely admit that dusting is my least favorite chore. Here in the desert where the humidity is lower than low, by the time I finish dusting, I need to go back and start over again. Cute write!
Take care,
Sherry

I'm guilty of holding a few bunnies hostage at times, myself. LOL
Excellent write. Thanks for sharing, Regis. ;)

the dust bunnies are blissful

Very good to hear, Regis, since I just joined the DBPL (Dust Bunny Protection League). I'd hate to have to send someone over to your home!

That's why I am glad I am a slob Reg, I let them not only stay but think I encourage their procreation so it absolves me from having to use too much of that brain space for real thought.

felix

Love it! Your humor is enlightning this morning. You can write like this anytime and I'll read. With you the Dust Bunnies have a voice and suddenly it's easier to allow them their freedom.
Susan

Well I love animals and cushions you can sink into and texture but I get your drift, Regis. I think that a Japanese style interior would suit your mood at the moment-clean and uncluttered. This helps to still the mind. If only one room or a space in the garden. Dry wit with a meloncholy touch. I like this, Regis...

Love, Lin

Pretty sad state of affairs when you let the dust bunnies rule, Regis.

lol
wonderful

but bunnies do multiply

pax A