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Skippy and the dragonflies
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Skippy and the dragonflies |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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Skippy dog and I went out for a run underneath the earliest morning sun. He wanted to run fast, full speed ahead, with me he took a slow leisurely stroll instead. Then Skippy dog did spy two dragon(s)fly by cruising at low altitude 80mph in northern sky. They were searching for skeeters, the terrorists of the north. And Skippy knew he could catch them. But it was Catch 22.... he was on a leash, the leash kept him grounded and he was confounded, a terrier...out-hounded??? Those dragonflies turned 'round and looked him square in the face, and laughed at his effort, it wasn't even a fair race! The jaws of poor Skippy scowled in disbelief, a terrier outfoxed by dragonflies, Good grief!!! "Can't you run any faster?" Won't you please set me free? No self-respecting terrier would let a dragon fly free!" But alas, this old lady said "Just let them be!" So Skippy dog left with his tail hanging down, hoping no other dogs were around to see him drown in such dog-faced misery. "I'm sorry, Skippy. But God meant for dragons to be free, just the same as you and me." |
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Drauntz Member Elite
since 2007-03-16
Posts 2905Los Angeles California |
good and good story too. enjoyed |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
Courtesy of this vivid 'write'...I can readily envision this entire scene 'arranging itself'! [reading this was grand fun!] much applause! |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
Love this - A |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
I think dear Skippy understood, he will catch them in his dreams and run at lightspeed. Poignant story, dear Kacy, beautifully rendered. Love, Margherita |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Cute story, Kacy... and it is good to see you writing again! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thanks to each of you for reading and commenting. This is a repost from my Alaska days, where I daily walked/ran Skippydog, my Jack Russel Terrier. No matter the weather outside, Skippy and I would take a walk and he would ALWAYS be on the prowl for something small to pounce on. Usually, it was a 'careless' rodent that underestimated a JRT's lightning speed and aim. His attempts to catch butterflies, moths, and dragonflies sometimes left him anxious. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
I was right there with you! ~ and Skippy ~ and the dragonflies! And I was totally amused by your captivating and charming story! Loves 'n laughs, Linda  |
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Jaime Fradera Senior Member
since 2000-11-25
Posts 843Where no tyranny is tolerable |
Kacy. And did you know I just finished reading a book in which dragons featured prominently? I do remember Skippy from Alaska vicariously through you. All day my ears have been whistling and roaring so I cannot hear much to speak above----well, nothing really. " "Pass the time" by "sleeping." Ghrrrrrrgh. Well tomorrow. Midnitehugs from Star |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
oh Kacy I thought every line was my favorite till I reached these... "I'm sorry, Skippy. But God meant for dragons to be free, just the same as you and me." |
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gmcooper Junior Member
since 2007-05-30
Posts 47 |
The title drew me in right away. What a great narrative story you give us. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Now, that's a walk to remember! Cute one, Kacy....yes, dragons should be free and so should we! *hugs*....jo |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
I had to come back to this again. It reminds me of when my huskey puppy discovered ravens. Unfortunately, it was when we were on the banks of the river and he took off, entranced with the whoosing of the wings and the bird in flight. I saw his potential as a sprint dog when he ran -- he ran, but came back unscathed. He still thinks that ravens are the very best birds. I kinda agree with him. A |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
lol, ravens ARE cool |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
This is one of your best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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Forever in Love Junior Member
since 2007-05-31
Posts 24 |
I really liked it |
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