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Abby's Window
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Abby's Window |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart 
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Abby’s Windows she wakes day by distending forelegs, hind legs, in a stretch to be emulated, antsy for sun’s initiation Rituals were taught by her, signals are clear and we have learned them well Begging clemency if there are not enough choices to break fast from, her tail waves a pardon Favored rituals begin, our only latitude at weeks end these mornings are hers and mine She waits for me to take pleasure in steaming coffee then pads to a petite chair sized for her, one would think, she graces it as if it were A small leap up, the survey has begun at her morning window, day won’t break free without her being there  As I tend to reading, writing or simple other things, one ear is wary of vigilant small noises I know them all Eastern horizon’s red brings gold to cerulean skies and glint to smooth coat, ears perked for first movements be it human or animal, she will know it What shall traipse before her eye line, a guttural noise tells me she knows form of the runner, this sprinter is known But then, there, a trespassing across Abby’s eye sight ~ she would take eight of its nine to chase this black feline from her gardens, barking is all she’s allowed and she is all loud though I shhhsshhh her to please talk, just talk it out For others sleep, she whimpers let me out let me out and I tell her she is good to be so watchful… Predictables continue, soon western windows call as sun warms this day, Abby’s bones soak in carpet’s heat, eyelids flicker as squirrels dig winter’s hold of harvest Without her windows, there is doubt that her soul would smile… |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) I think if none of us had a veranda or window we would all panic too! LOL! I have always been fascinated with cats and how they seem to sense so much we don't and when they look out the window you have to think "What is it you see in which I don't?" (big hugggssssss) This is gorgeous, sweet friend, Abby is so cute in the picture, I love it, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Karilea, 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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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karilea, I confess to be soft on animals. What a delightful read made even more pleasurable by her picture. Thanks.  |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Absolutley adorable Karilea... It's amazing what we can learn from just observing our animal friends. And they do become family. Loved this. ~Hugs~ ~ Time has cast a spell on you |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
KJ, thanx for this moment of your day... shared with us and a very precious four footed friend....Enjoyed the coffee... |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Sunshine - the love to give in poetry. I like it... BC |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Karilea - this is so sweet. Pets give us such fun just watching them and also grace us with unconditional love. Oh, now I am getting all misty-eyed missing my faithful Doberman. hugs to you, Chris Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away. |
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Kielo Senior Member
since 2002-02-11
Posts 1109 |
This was wonderful. It actually reminds me of a sad story that I heard, but its long, so I'll just smile and say I enjoyed this. Kielo I don't care if you're an old fart, because old people are smarter than me. |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
So much to treasure in this beauty... Made me smile. ThisDiamond |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Karilea... your love for Abbey fills every line of this poem... loving and lovely ~ hearts filled with loveLyra |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What a delightful read! *S* Don't pets bless our lives? *S* |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ahhh, even my cat thought this was cute as I read it out loud, as perhaps somehow they just understand? I never met an animal I didn't like yet. Cute write Sunshine, and I see the "apple doesn't fall far from the tree" she loves her "sunshine". |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
Whatever you do, don't tell Abby, but I was sure this was a cat until the pic. But then, I'm a cat person...have four of them. 2 that were Mom's before she died. Love your tale of Abby, though. She's definitely a dog...black feline chasing and squirrel as well. btw, you may delete my "addastanza" poem if you wish...no one is interested. Whether on the shoal or on the shore, I'll seek the lighthouse evermore. [This message has been edited by VAS (10-24-2002 12:17 PM).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Karilea I love this look at the life of your dog...I'm sure he thinks it wonderful to have such an understading human to love. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Kari, you reminded me very much of my lady.......and my heart smiled. Thanks hon. |
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