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Wading Through The Bull
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Wading Through The Bull |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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Wading Through The Bull I waded through the farmer's field, not knowing where to go, I focused on the minefield, full of pestilence below; My task was not an easy one, I had to concentrate, Maneuvering was tricky, as I tried to side-step fate. Avoidance was the key, I thought, for there upon the grass, Were mounds of oozing stench that something left at every pass; The flies were thick, they stuck like glue, to every steaming pile … I plugged my nose and trudged on through, for mile after mile. I never knew what left the mess, it stayed a step ahead, Depositing a trail of waste, that I dealt with instead; "This was my life," I sighed out loud, and gave a little groan, "I'm knee-deep in a pile of crap, and fighting it alone!" I chose the path that led me here, and if I wanted out, I'd have to forge ahead through all the muck that lay about. I screamed into the distance, "I have had it!" I confessed, "I can't continue on like this - I will not be repressed!" I gathered up my strength, I gave another yell, and grinned … I raced ahead, not looking down, threw caution to the wind! I plowed through heaps of dirt and gunk, ignoring my disgust, I left behind a cloud of flies to hover in my dust! I finally reached a hill, and when I made it to the crest, I shrieked a grand "Yahoo!!!" It looked like I had passed the test! Beyond the rise, I saw the landscape change - I thought I'd won … But little did I know, my fight had only just begun. Descending down the hill, I heard a sound come from the right, An eerie kind of snort, that filled my mind with sudden fright; I heard the grunt again, and felt a chill run through my back, Then turned to face an angry bull, all set for an attack! I stood in shock and terror, facing down my nemesis, He must have been the culprit who had put me through all this! The monster lurched ahead of me, stood squarely in my way, He didn't know I'd had enough of all his crap today! I glanced behind his massive frame, to where I wished to be, I knew I'd rather deal with him … than turn around and flee! He stared me down, I glared right back, our stand-off had begun, "If anyone is moving, bull …" I shouted … "You're the one!" With that, his head came down a notch, his hoof pawed at the ground, He roared a mighty warrior cry - My heart began to pound! He barreled straight toward me, but I never gave an inch, In seconds, he was on me, but I didn't even flinch! I grabbed that bull right by the horns, to both of our surprise … He raised me up, from off the ground - I looked into his eyes … His stare was black and evil, and his breath was on my face, It reeked of all I'd come to loathe, within this putrid place. I dangled from the ground, and looked beyond his crazy glare, Inside, his heart was empty - I could see he didn't care … He tossed me in the air, at least 10 feet or more, I swear, But my determination gave me strength beyond compare! I sank back down, and landed with a thump upon his hide, Then held on for the life of me, and readied for the ride! He bucked and pawed, he reeled and swayed, he snorted, huffed and groaned, But I held on to my last chance, I would not be dethroned! I rode that bucking bull, I kept my grip and held on tight, No way, was I about to lose my future to this fight! I rode it out and felt my strength increase, while his withdrew, His movements slowly lessened - He had lost the fight, he knew. Adrenaline pumped through my veins, defeat no longer mine, I stayed on top and steered that bull toward my victory line; I pulled him up beside a fence, slid down the other side, A barrier, between us now … to act as our divide. He looked defeated, gave a snort, and moved along his way, Toward his dirty pasture, where he'd fight another day; I turned and saw my future, where the grass was green and clear, I'd made it past the bull … and I had nothing left to fear. /Kit McCallum . [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (11-25-2002 08:56 AM).] |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This made me smile!! Cowgirl Kit tames the bull! I see you there all dusty with your hand raised high in victory! Really enjoyed this poem Kit!!  |
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Auguste 
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
It is true that we are in charge our own destinies and sometimes will have to grab a bull by the horns, taking control of our lives and not letting life control us. Much enjoyed, Kit.  The stars will shine when I am gone, |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Kit this is awesome.....what a story.. One comment:... you used the word lessoned, should it be lessened? Have not gone to my spellchecker yet...I could be wrong...full of bull, so to speak... |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Kit, Oh BABY! You're the one. That was delightful. Thanks for the smile on my face. P.S. Nancy Leed enjoyed as much as me!  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Kit, You rode the bull I can surmise But that to me is no surprise. I knew you had the guts to ride The wave of dung that rides the tide. A wonderful write and read.  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
 ...does this mean you're back in the saddle again?  |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Poet deVine: Hi Sharon! I'm glad I was able to make you smile, lol. You probably have a pretty good idea where this idea came from.  Thanks for letting me lean on you the last little while. Big hugs …Auguste: I'm glad you enjoyed Michael … we sure do have to take that bull by the horns, no matter how much we may not want to. Many thanks for your kind words. Magnus: LOL … thank you for catching my ooops Magnus! You were right (and not full of bull, lol), I've fixed it up now. Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed! Larry C: Awww, thanks Larry! I'm happy I could make you both smile, that's wonderful to hear. Hugs to you both. Seymour Tabin: ROFL … what a great poetic response Sy! You're giving me some grins on this end. Thank you sweet Sy! Sunshine: LOL ... loved your "back in the saddle" Karilea! I'm not quite back in the saddle yet ... but goodness knows ... I'm trying. Thanks for helping me get through so much lately. I really appreciate you, you're a  my friend.With much appreciation to all, /Kit [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (11-24-2002 04:21 PM).] |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Absolutely brilliant writing! Hopefully it inspires many of us to do the same and show that bull who's boss. Only been a member a few days but hope to read more of your work please keep posting!! |
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Constance Member
since 2001-07-28
Posts 393Ohio |
Kit, This was a wild ride indeed! I loved every chuckle of it. Sometimes we do have to wade through it, stare em down, and worry about clean-up and damage control when we get where we need to be. YEEEEEEHAAAAH!!! |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 Yay!!! Oh my gosh, this is such a wonderfully creative metaphor, sweet friend, yay, en garde! (kiss on cheek) You scream like Xena: Warrior Princess, yay, I love it, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Kit, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
This is a fantastic story. I just love to read your poems. |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
Awesome Kit. This has all the factors of a great poem tied into an easily (and fun) readable rhyme (don't tell anyone i said that...). You took an old phrase by the horns and whipped it into shape. Love this! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Wonderful write Kit! YOU are an amazing writer and woman. ~Hugs & Smiles~ ~Love, like magic, depends on believing~ |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Kit I am enjoying so much your muse being turned loose and kickin butt!! This is great and so good to see your words again. |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Aenimal: Welcome to Passions Aenimal! I hope you'll enjoy your time here, as much as we all do. Thanks so much for your lovely response. Constance: I've been doing my share of wading lately, so I'm glad I was able to give you a chuckle, Constance. Thanks so much for taking the ride with me! Mistletoe Angel: LOL @ screaming like Xena … En Garde Noah! Big hugs to you for being such an inspiration. SmartChick: Thank you for letting me know you enjoyed this and others SmartChick, I'm very grateful! Christopher: Thanks for the wonderful encouragement Chris, I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it (and I swear I won't tell anyone what you said … it will be our secret) Enchantress: Thank you so much for the kind words Nancy Lee … I really appreciate you as well. Hugs & smiles in return … Gentle Spirit: LOL @ being turned loose and kickin butt! Thanks for the grins and the warm response Donna, I'm very grateful! With much appreciation to all, /Kit |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
I couldn't say it any better than Christopher did. Superb writing Kit! |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
I knew you could do it, Kit! After all, you got past MY bull easily enough!  Great writing, great story-telling, great metaphor and message....and just great!! You are awesome  |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Kit, I loved this story-telling poem. It was really cute with a lot of meaning to it. Thanks for sharing it with us. "Love makes the world go around" |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Kit~ Enjoyed this uplifting story and thats NO BULL...Paul [This message has been edited by Paul Wilson (11-26-2002 12:59 AM).] |
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CSKpoet Senior Member
since 2002-07-12
Posts 845Island in Paradise |
All bull aside, I really smiled through your expertly written poem. You are a superb story teller and an awesome poetess. I enjoyed it much! thanks and smiles, Cher Poetry is: |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
What a most fantastically written story in such fluent verse... Sitting here in constant admire... Regards to you Kit, Sudhir |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Kit, this was a wonderful poem of life and wisdom, we all have to face the crap of life at times, challenge the hand of fate and look forward; your wizardry of words is devine, I always enjoy the read and the talent you display. Sincerely Rick |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
You hit the bull's eye with this one, dear Kit!!! I refer to poems of this sort--"WW's"---wit and wisdom!--and with this write, you got it right! Love what you writ' I mean every bit 'Tis ripe and full My kind of bull Thanks for the morning pick-me-up! Now I have to go grab that bull by the horns, climb back in the saddle, and lead him into green pastures! ~ May you always hang on to the reins! Linda |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Whew is is it over? You did it and this too? You are amazing! I spent an hour trying to find a graphic to go with this, but there were no cow pies shaped liked year-end analyses anywhere LOL. Kit, both you and Mike are in a league all your own that is for sure. Loved this one. I can still see you dodging them in the field and am laughing myself silly here. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
YOU GO GIRL I suspect there's nothing you can't overcome  |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Kit A fantastic poem of wit and wisdom....much appreciated! |
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Local Parasite
since 2001-11-05
Posts 2527Transylconia, Winnipeg |
Hah, very cute, Kit! Much enjoyed this. Reading your work always gives me a grin. And you know I love reading this format, almost as much as you love using it. Great work on this one. You know I've got my eye on your work, hope to see you post again soon. Parasite Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored. |
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