Her legs in the air,
my hand upon her chest,
I feel her beating heart,
the warmth of her blood-flow,
her trust.
At this moment I need nothing else.
Then thoughts invade -
unwelcome thoughts,
as I recall a news story which claimed
that cruelty to animals is on the increase.
My beloved dog is one of the lucky ones.
Feelings of love are interrupted by feelings of hate.
At this moment I need something else....
....but it's a slippery slope
and who will care for her if I hit the bottom?
- no legs in the air,
just a legless fool
and another victim for a news story.
it is a shame abuse of any type is on the rise
so many fractured minds are full of their own misery
they are too blind to see they are actually demented cowards...
animals who have nothing but loyalty to give need to be treasured
and adorned with love
Peace & Inspiration
Vickie
Puffy strays and something happens to make him decide he will never run away again. Judged "Outstanding" at the 2013 Writers Digest SPB Awards. Named among the best in family-friendly media, products and services 2019 by the Mom’s Choice Awards®.
I’ve encountered many non-human creatures on my life’s journey.
I have found each and every one of these animals to be a unique and wondrous being.
Animals have truly brought fullness to my life. Some of them have also brought de
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Another great write that stirs the emotions, Karen. Keep loving your pet. In their own "pet-ty" way, pets love back.
Lena
Be Well, Carin'
so many fractured minds are full of their own misery
they are too blind to see they are actually demented cowards...
animals who have nothing but loyalty to give need to be treasured
and adorned with love
Peace & Inspiration
Vickie