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Ripe Old Age
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Ripe Old Age |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana 
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oh the days when my walk was proud my stride purposeful n’er walked in another’s shadow ‘twas my shadow which towered so strong and erect eh . . . those days are gone forevermore I am still, at the age I am are able to walk though not as purposeful as before my shadow doesn’t tower o’er others now I walk in the shadows old age has finally found me my mind, however is still pretty much in place my thinking gene is still intact even now . . . some days I think death would be preferable than this measured creeping of age but then I look over at Zoe she needs me and if I am gone no one would take my place and do what I do for her so I smile and send these dark thoughts away they are untenable in my minds’ eye ©February 20, 2015 / Jerry Pat Bolton ~*~ When they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Rex Allen McCoy Member Elite
since 2000-01-30
Posts 2863Sippin a Timmy's in London |
Awesome piece... |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Thank you Rex . . . ~*~ When they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
Zoe has been a blessing to you in your golden years in many ways, my friend. I'm sure all your little walks together have done you a world of good. And that is just scratching the surface. They say having a pet makes you live longer. ~L |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
I'm thinking pets do make people live longer. With pets there is complete devotion. No arguments, just love and more love. I was raised with dogs and have loved them all my life. I've had cats, but dogs take my heart like a cat never could. Thank you Lori, thank you very much for being here. ~*~ When they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
It happens to us all, and I like the way you show it in the walk. I'm a little slower now, and maybe a little tireder (if that's a word). I used to walk forever, and now I creep a bit. But let's enjoy it while we can, right? Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
You betcha, Nan, I am actually enjoying my last days, never thought I'd live this long. ~*~ When they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Redstart Senior Member
since 2014-05-16
Posts 535 |
No, you are sending them nowhere. I know you, Jerry. You are me. Too much of me, and too little of those who matter. Too much of us and self-pity. I'm dancing your tango, and never mind dogs! |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
You hit a sore spot, I love my little mutt. ~*~ When they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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EmmaRose Senior Member
since 2011-03-02
Posts 1376Midwest |
you and your buddy Zoe are blessed with each other. I hope for many good healthy years for both of you to keep this bond between man and dog friend, it enriches our lives I know this myself with my cat friends |
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Redstart Senior Member
since 2014-05-16
Posts 535 |
Apologies. You know how poetry can send you off on a tangent? Well, that was one such occasion for me. Your love for Zoe is tangible. Respect. |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Thank you Emma. Zoe is a huge part of me. ~*~ When they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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