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Joe Houck Member
since 2001-04-23
Posts 324california 
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Point-less There comes a point when aged scotch gets old, cigarettes get sour, food turns into a chore, books grow to be brittle, movies become something to stare at between blinks, music becomes a murmur, conversation meets a welcomed silence, and silence reaches a deafening nuisance, golf morphs into frustration, swimming becomes survival, and sex reduces to carpal tunnel of the hips. But petting this dog's head that rests on my lap, I'm thankful I never tire of this. |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
I am sure he knows that he is your salvation when you fall into boredom. We all can relate in certain moments I guess, but oh how many reasons we have to be grateful for? Many, oh so many! Good job. Love, Margherita |
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martiniat8 Senior Member
since 2003-06-21
Posts 897Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic |
wow, you speak with such a unique voice, and to things that are all so common and universal. MUCH truth here in your words |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Wonderful...James |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
I like this. It happens but then goes away. The dog is always there, ever understanding it seems. latearrival |
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AncientHippie Member
since 2009-10-15
Posts 411Surfing the Cosmic Flow |
Great image and sentiment here, Joe. Much appreciated. I love the bit "...carpal tunnel of the hips..." Very fine read. Oh, and I must go just now to walk my beagle on our daily trek around the cove. Namaste Jim "We are stardust: we are golden: and we've got to get ourselves back to the garden." --Joni Mitchell "Woodstock" |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Enjoyed your poem Joe, you can't beat a faithful dog to ease all stress and strain. Take care. Lindsay |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, Joe! Now I know what you've been doing in your absence from your ip home! ~ Being bored to tearas! I have to tellya, I that I was rather amused by some of your "pointless" activivites. i.e. "and sex reduces to carpal tunnel of the hips." (Quite the visuual there! lol) Who needs booze, ciggy puffs, sex, movies, books etc. when you have your best friend lying across your lap! Ah! Yes! Life is good!    Linda P.S. You're looking great! Kudos to your doggie for making you happy! :ange: |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Yes, Joe It's our pets that are always there for us. I like this. Sad and homorous at the same time. Ida |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Joe - the pet dog will always be grateful for that little pet on the head. Mine is also, as yours... BC |
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MorningStar Member
since 2009-10-26
Posts 290Pittsburgh, Pa |
Well said!! For me it's dancing. Everything else is just keeping time until I can dance again. A If I don't say it...who will? |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Simple pleasures are the best. Your poem makes me feel ever so grateful. |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Hi Joe.. I'm glad I clicked on this to read, smile and savour your beautiful words.. I have my beautiful Otto Jacques (miniature dacshund)laying his head on my lap as I type - can't get any better right!  Bisous de Sydney RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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