this morning

wiping away death

This morning I
wiped the rest
of you away

        quietly,
        without a fuss.

The blankets
are on the line,
floor mopped;
kennel flat.


Fold the bill up,
wait for the
statement
to come in.

Rocks in the ground,
mulch,
a marker;
done.

Author's Note

on burying you this morning

Reviews

[Madalyn Beck]

This is powerful in describing what needs to be done after the loss, yet underneath it all, there is still a lingering pain. Great write, KL! xo :)

[Lyn Anderson]

Hey, thanks, nice to see you.

[Delmar Cooper]

A part of my yard, I live in the country, is a pet graveyard. Dogs, cats, hampsters and a few unflushed goldfish. They become a part of you at least I think they do. Maybe the good part.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks Delmar. Pet people get it.

[ron]

Aww I'm so sorry KL. I know how it feels to loose a loved pet, one of the family.
My heart goes out to you KL, lots of big hugs for you.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thank for your kindness, as always.

[ron]

You are most welcome KL. BIG hugs

[Coyote Poetry]

A sad poem. Our animals are dear to us. Always hard to bury the pets who kept us company wanting so little. Thank you for sharing the poem.
Coyote

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks so much. I appreciate that.

[John Anderson]

Congratulations on a beautiful piece that brings a heartfelt sigh to all that reads it.

[Lyn Anderson]

Well thank you for your review. These were rather personal, but since there are many people who do appreciate love of animals, I thought they were worth sharing.

[John Anderson]

I've buried my share of beloved pets over the years, so I related to your words very much!

[Rita L. Sev]

Hard realities, the chore that come with death - pet or person. Dealing with these with such practicality is healthy, and gives you something to hold on to... So sorry for this loss, KL. Been there...

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks. Many of us have been, of course, and that is why it is worth sharing, in my view.

[Pryde Foltz]

Rocks in the ground,
mulch,
a marker;
done.

I feel for your loss, KL.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks for taking the time, and I appreciate it.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Ah at least you know a pet is a pet and move on and say it with panache!

[Lyn Anderson]

Okay, thanks for the review.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

As you can tell 'M' I'm no pet lover but you told the sad tale well.

[Lyn Anderson]

Yes, well, on that score, you and I are on opposite sides of the page, but nonetheless appreciate the words on the poem.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Hey I am allergic to cats and dogs!

[Matching Socks]

This is very heart wrenching. :(
It's a difficult thing to accept, death.
Chin up darlin' , hang in there.

(Hug)

[Lyn Anderson]

Doing those chin ups as we speak. Pride versus peace of mind. It appears the latter will win out

[Matching Socks]

Pride's a b***h...
I hope Pryde doesn't read this and get the wrong idea. ;)
xx

[Pryde Foltz]

Haha … I did read but I'm good:)

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

I think we all would like to do this after we get our hearts broken,,, we can try to bury the past but eventually the memories will sprout from the ground as either weeds or roses.

[Lyn Anderson]

Wonderful you should see the figurative as well as the literal. Thank you

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

You are welcome, I always try to read between the lines.