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Cats That Call |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state 
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Cats that call from the front porch at night, that gently stir under a hearth's fire, bright unholy calls would squeeze through door jams what could it be, surely not sacrificial lambs? At first I saw a similarity between a feline here and his look alike kin in Italy, a cousin, a peer; His turf: friendly door posts of hasty neighbors, his worth: seeking handouts and bidding favors. Up grey painted slats to a glossy, red framed door to try steep spiral stairs with furry wags in store, a daily routine of food giving would soon enact as the neighborly rations would soon slack. To my neighbours that invite feline friends to dine handing treats to furry friends found so devine; when it comes to commitments of different sorts I am spurred to be critical and offer retort. If you give god's creatures, intelligent as this do you expect the animal will cease to exist? 'cause a hand of food lasts for a quick meal and a hungry belly is constant ordeal. A constant beg for food, what a plight for a handful of generosity, an uphill fight; take the place of the feline picking his doors howl at empty houses and count your scores! [This message has been edited by ecrivan (edited 12-13-2001).] |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Welcome to Passions, Martin! I loved your poem but I feel sorry for those poor kitties. It sounds like the poor little souls need to be found by some loving families.   copyright2001 Lyra Nesius |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
I love these happy faces and icons, wow what a change, let's see I am selecting a scrawny looking one... |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Welcome to these poetry pages. I love kitties! But once you feed strays, they think they belong to you, so you have to either take them in or find them another home. |
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N orth Carolina Girl Senior Member
since 2001-12-04
Posts 962NC,USA |
Martin,don`t you love this site?  The people here are so sweet and friendly.  When I first started working where I`m at now there was one old ugly cat.So I started feeding it.Well,I`ve been there 5 years and we now have about 10.I buy about 14 llbs of cat food a week.I`m more of a dog person but I really love all kinds of animals.  Anyway I think your poem is great  Juanita |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
'Tis true - if you're going to feed the hungry, then be prepared to make it a life-long venture - There will always be those in need... Welcome to Passions, ecrivan... You'll love it here - Check your email for a special greeting...  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Welcome to Passions! I know you're going to like it here! |
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Joe Lamando Member
since 2001-11-20
Posts 124Massachusetts,USA |
Martin Welcome to passions Great job on the poem nice rhyming read Joe Lamando |
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Rogue24 Member
since 2001-12-01
Posts 111Ontario, Canada |
Feeding stray cats is one of my weaknesses, I have taken in stray dogs, cats, even sparrows lol... The ones that bother me are the ones who are too nervous to come to the door either because of abuse or neglect. I just lay out the food in hopes I gain their trust. Welcome my friend, great first write! Cheers! Ter. Alone in the dark, through my thoughts comfort I do seek, through my words I find peace. |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
Thankyou all for your good wishes and warm encouragement and well writing poems is like nuturing a stray, I wouldn't want to live that up to the elements! |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
My life is full of them. Great write...welcome. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
 Great First Post! I'll be watching for more by you! ~Hugs, Nancy~ "A dream is a wish your heart makes..." |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
As a bonafide stray adopter (and slave to 3), I enjoyed the poem very much... of course, I figure any commitment worth making is one worth keeping... *S* Welcome to Passions! |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*sigh* I too am one whose heart breaks for the sadness of homeless animals. This poem brought it all to life. Welcome to Passions...I will be looking forward to more of your writing. **Hugs**  Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) So very sad, sweet friend! My heart cries out to all these poor kittens and I pray with all my heart they find faithful owners who can feed them when they need it the most and love them. (sigh) My heart goes out to them all! Welcome to Passions, sweet friend, may you be inspired by all of us here as we will all be inspired by your lovely words! (sigh) We all love you so much, sweet friend! (big hugggsssss) You have such a beautiful heart, sweet friend, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Hi Ecrivan, This is wonderful, my MOM dropped off a little feline orange and white stripped not to long ago and I even had to bottle feed it! guess what IT"S HOME but thats OK he's wonderful as your work is and welcome to Passions I look forward to more of your poetry. Love, Cerenity "God doesn't have to be reminded that we exist. |
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