The poem, the way you’ve written it, feels almost like a spell. It is a kind of magic to find something that could easily go unnoticed and bring it to life. And the way you’ve done it here- taking the three sticks and giving them the flight of the bird- feels kind of otherworldly.
I enjoy the repetition and simplicity of your wording. The syntax adds a somewhat haunting or dream-like note. The call of the creek and the ready ears of the dog becoming attuned to one another.
Animals (and nature at large) have many lessons available if we are open to hearing them. I love the way this poem shows that and also shows the state of being open to imagination and wonder. Wonder is something we never outgrow.
This is lovely work, E. I couldn’t help but see what Margie said about Bella having passed. I’m so sorry to read that. Her memory lives on in great works like this.
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
thank you so much for your empathy Eillis .. Bella seems not to have departed just yet ... her spiri.. read morethank you so much for your empathy Eillis .. Bella seems not to have departed just yet ... her spirit lingers, i am sure until Norma and I are ready .. and Bella becomes so many sweet memories .. and thank you for your thoughtful, considered reveiw .. for you to experience our walk in the park as we felt it is completely gratifying for me ... you made me day .. :))))))))))))))))
E.
Your Bella I know has sadly passed Mr E, but she is still with you in spirit and you will have wonderful memories of all that love and affection she gave you. I love taking Solo, my grandson's dog out for walks. She seems to have become part of the fixtures and fittings, although it wasn't meant that way:) She has certainly become attached to me, but then I feed her and walk her :) Those sticks that Bella showed you, you took and used your creativity to make something special. Even though she is no longer with you, whenever you pass that place again, you will remember your Bella and all the fun you had with her. Our dogs surely have a special relationship with us. My cat is so fickle, will go to anyone at all who will feed her. Loves to give me a little scratch to keep me in check. Solo, can't wait to cuddle up. That's all she wants in life. You know I can't help feeling that dogs have got life sorted, and we have much to learn. Forgive my rambling but that is where your words took me on a dull Saturday morning here. All good wishes across the waters Mr E.
dear E... yes, Bella has sung her Swan Song....
the many walks by waters edge... a gift of sticks... the wings of a bird... to fly home.
A Eulogy of sweet repose... Violins 🎻 play
through Eternity. truly, Pat
Posted 4 Years Ago
4 Years Ago
oh my.... thank you dear friend ... your visit to this poem and your words brings the tears .. Bella.. read moreoh my.... thank you dear friend ... your visit to this poem and your words brings the tears .. Bella gave us so much ... thank you always for your time and reviews ... love on ya ... and Blessed Thanksgiving Day ... ((((((((((((((P))))))))))))))))
The poem, the way you’ve written it, feels almost like a spell. It is a kind of magic to find something that could easily go unnoticed and bring it to life. And the way you’ve done it here- taking the three sticks and giving them the flight of the bird- feels kind of otherworldly.
I enjoy the repetition and simplicity of your wording. The syntax adds a somewhat haunting or dream-like note. The call of the creek and the ready ears of the dog becoming attuned to one another.
Animals (and nature at large) have many lessons available if we are open to hearing them. I love the way this poem shows that and also shows the state of being open to imagination and wonder. Wonder is something we never outgrow.
This is lovely work, E. I couldn’t help but see what Margie said about Bella having passed. I’m so sorry to read that. Her memory lives on in great works like this.
Posted 5 Years Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
5 Years Ago
thank you so much for your empathy Eillis .. Bella seems not to have departed just yet ... her spiri.. read morethank you so much for your empathy Eillis .. Bella seems not to have departed just yet ... her spirit lingers, i am sure until Norma and I are ready .. and Bella becomes so many sweet memories .. and thank you for your thoughtful, considered reveiw .. for you to experience our walk in the park as we felt it is completely gratifying for me ... you made me day .. :))))))))))))))))
E.
This is awesome & I love it! I was loving the literal storytelling of that moment, but I was also having other mind reels going . . . thinking of how it must be that you've now recently lost Bella (SORRY!) . . . thinking of how much love-for-Bella is pouring out of your words here . . . thinking how beloved dogs show us how to put the pieces of our lives back together in ways that are more meaningful than what we'd been doing with our own feeble devices. I could go on! But your creativity really touches me & makes me want to pay better attention to the lessons all around me! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie
Thank you for checking this one out .i thought you might enjoy it as i know how your pets are to you.. read moreThank you for checking this one out .i thought you might enjoy it as i know how your pets are to you as ours are ... interwoven and mysterious .. Norma and I fall to weeping at the strangest triggers and it will be a while .. still haven't quite excepted Bella's death yet i guess :( your review blesses me dahlink! i'm glad you liked it!
E.
5 Years Ago
I gave my pups extra lovin's just becuz your loss reminds me that mine will be heading for the rainb.. read moreI gave my pups extra lovin's just becuz your loss reminds me that mine will be heading for the rainbow bridge in a matter of stolen breaths . . . (((HUGS)))
5 Years Ago
yes! we need to do so everyday all day ;)) love ya!
I was impressed with the sculptural creativity behind this poem. I assume that Bella will receive some share of any forthcoming royalties:-))
N.
Posted 6 Years Ago
6 Years Ago
ahahaha yes...she always gets her cookie ;) thanks Norman .. i appreciate your reading and commentin.. read moreahahaha yes...she always gets her cookie ;) thanks Norman .. i appreciate your reading and commenting ...peace and joy
E.
I didn’t read the first line completely missed it so read it differently lol
6 Years Ago
I’ve just read it again and actually missed all the parts that were about the dog, sorry my mind h.. read moreI’ve just read it again and actually missed all the parts that were about the dog, sorry my mind has been elsewhere today
6 Years Ago
:)...... it happens doesn't it?! sometimes i read things so amiss the mark of the writer ...come bac.. read more:)...... it happens doesn't it?! sometimes i read things so amiss the mark of the writer ...come back later and red again or get clarification from others and/or poet ..and think what a dumb a*s i am :} not that i think you may be simba ;))))) glad you read again ... you are kind and generous for it ;)
Ohhhh! really very creative! very sweet and precious!!! a piece made with Bella and You! she needed You, needed Your talent, and she just knew how to do it until she reached her goal! Thank You for sharing another personal poem that adds more warmth into the pages.
Happy New Year Bella, be sweet and smart as You just did above :)
Posted 6 Years Ago
6 Years Ago
Light..your review tickles the hell out of me ..Bella is all that...the epitome of sweetest thing ev.. read moreLight..your review tickles the hell out of me ..Bella is all that...the epitome of sweetest thing ever ... i sense you are a dog person...on our walks in the park she has a spot along the creek that she tanks up at ..that is where those sticks were ..just calling to us..i finally snatched them up and brought them home to put Bella's bird together ... we have the best of fun .. now she has an adopted brother Beauregard .. he is 9 months old and weighs 115lbs at twice the height of Bella .. she is Bull Mastiff and he English Mastiff ... they are the best ;)
E.
How delightful that you find creativity spawned in the company of a friend, or man's best friend.The house of our inspiration has many windows for the light to enter through. Beautiful.
Posted 6 Years Ago
6 Years Ago
yes it does Fabian ..well said! thank you so much for reviewing..glad you enjoyed ... ain't nuttin' .. read moreyes it does Fabian ..well said! thank you so much for reviewing..glad you enjoyed ... ain't nuttin' like a good dawg! ;)
E.
A wonderful poem my friend. I had to read again. Nature is a fine teacher to show us. Life can be a thousand things in a second. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote
Posted 6 Years Ago
6 Years Ago
thanks again my friend! i can see how this one would appeal to you ... you put it so well sir...natu.. read morethanks again my friend! i can see how this one would appeal to you ... you put it so well sir...nature...a thousand things in a second ..love that ... peace and joy
E.
6 Years Ago
I did like this one and you are welcome my friend.
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