Missy (for Bob, Gateman45) by D.C.Monteny
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I'm approaching 50
she's 19, i suppose,
no-one knows,
we both survived
cancer
last year
and here i am
having a stroll in the park
with her
I have to guide her gently,
she's blind
and hasn't heard my voice
for over a year now
but the pace is alright
as slow as our disease,
at some points
decelerating as
a Sigur Ros track
she looks happy enough though
she smells the decaying leaves
kicks them into the thin cold air
an act of bold, stubborn defiance
cheating death for one more day
at least
I took her from the shelter
unable to terminate her life
having lost myself
in her warm brown eyes
it's been seven years now
how about that, Missy
remember the kittens
i brought home
loving them so much
you started producing milk
gosh, how they purred
drinking from your breasts
remember the abandoned
dogs with litters
we took care of
within a day you were
accepted as an aunt
as a perfect second
mother
well, those days are gone
it's just the two of us now
here
in this park
taking
our
time
to get home
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this one is for you Bob, even though i am in an almost total, self imposed incommunicado at the moment, your little mails always made my day, gave me some extra power, thank you my friend!
dirk
Comments (29)
bpclarke
So glad to see you are still kicking and recovering along with your friend. I think of you often and send you prayers and hopeful healing. Keep at it! Excellent poem and dedication. Bunny
gateman45
your welcome, my friend...so glad to hear from you... bob
SSoffia
I LIKE YOUR WAY OF WRITING SO WARM AND LOVING. & YOUR IMAGES, THEY ARE EQUALLY BEAUTIFUL .
auntietk
I never know what to say when I read your work. You leave me with too much to say, and nothing at all. This is wonderful. I suppose that will have to suffice.
Gaiadriel
(((Dirk))) It's beyond all things wonderful...just to find you here again. Sheer tenderness here..pen-painting of the most beautiful and vivid visions of you both...of perfectly unspoken understandings, moments now, times past, a thousand or more sweet and cherished memories along the way, shared conquests, immeasurable love, and yes, a certain shared defiance (which, of course, brought one of those Cheshire cat kinds of grins from here). Wonderful writing that stands solidly, beautifully, and in proof that someone hasn't lost his touch. And, of course, a wonderful offering and dedi for Bob :) (and, I take it, she's the precious little grey moppet?)
mr-messy
I am so glad to see a post from you. Take time to heal my friend, and I will take equal time to let all your works inspire me ... as they always have.
amota99517
Glad to hear from you and to know that you still frequent this place. I wish you and your friend well.
artice
I WAS SO TOUCHED BY YOUR POAM..YOU WERE ONE OF THE FIRST TO COMMENT ON MY WORK-MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU-SWEET MAN..I LOST MY SON IN LAW WHO WAS ONLY 33 AND THAT NASTY MONSTER CANCER TOOK HIM FROM US AND HIS 5 BABYS..KEEP FOGHTING FOR EACH NEW DAY HAS A BLESSING JUST FOR YOU. ALWAYS..K
kansas
Touching words of your friendship with your dear dog. Thanks for sharing. Very nice to read your words again. You are a gentle soul. God love you, Dirk.
pixart1
great to hear from you!!! too much time went by without your pics and poems ;)
Juliette.Gribnau
Je gedicht/story ontroert me tot diep in mijn ziel. Fijn weer van je te horen !
Titia
....mooi...heel mooi...
durleybeachbum
Great words and story.
mansco
Hi Dirk, it's splendid to hear from you, you are also in my thoughts more than you imagine ;O) Love your work and miss it also. A lovely dedi!
stefan_vitanov
Good to hear from you Dirk ...
RodolfoCiminelli
Excellent words and work....!!!!
carlx
Excellent words and dedication!!!
JaneEden
Your words prove what a very kind and loving soul you are. I love how you talk with such warmth about your dog. She sounds also as though she is such a docile and caring dog and I love the picture you have uploaded of her with the pups. I know just how powerful the love between us with our pets can be, I have 4 of my own and they make me get up in the mornings, and make me smile when otherwise I wouldn't have done, giving their love to me and not expecting anything in return except a warm hug, a kind word and some food to keep them going, and trusting that I will keep them safe. Take good care of yourselves Dirk and Missy I am thinking of you - hugs Jane xx
Christina
Oh my gosh! How wonderful to see you back, Dirk. :D As always you touch my heart with your bittersweet poem. All the best to you and Missy!
Jennyfnf
Strength to you and Missy, Dirk. Many of us have been snatched from that pitch black place. We echo your sweet words and hopes for the future. Your generosity of spirit shines. Thankyou Bob.
CarolSassy
Thanks Dirk! (:
whirlingfeather
Dirk! So glad to see your post and thanks to Bob for the thoughtful info. Be well man!
Rykk
Wonderful verbal picture you painted, Dirk - thanks!
dragonmuse
{{{hugs}}} Your words bring perspective.
beachzz
Your words just take my breath away - may you be peaceful and take what joy that sweet little creature brings you!
Dinhi
Beautiful..... It's been a very long year The sun shines brighter now [=
fractalinda
I'm almost wordless..and moved to tears, while I am once again inspired by your beautiful writing and soul. You are blessed to have eachother. Hugs, Linda Mc
three_grrr
Tears are in my eyes, as I look at my own beloved Gracie Anne, getting on in years, fighting her own demons. There is comfort in the bonding of human and canine.
algra
Happy to "see" you again. Best wishes from me and Will, my wive.