There’s a lot going on in the world
today. My TV stays off
for sanity’s sake.
Another school. Child. Innocent.
Betrayal. And fear, like a flag
hanging over it all.
When sorrow engulfs me, I almost feel guilty–
how does an old paw print
eclipse any of that?
But my sphere spins slowly, the breeze
carries ghosts, forgotten barks—
long walks by the coast.
Ryan Stone
Once has to make an effort to keep their heads above the pain and hurt every day in and out. Restless poem Ryan. I love this point of view, it makes the events stand out even more, and the beauty evident. How are your puppies?
The images and ideas conveyed by your words are so strong and vivid. It is heartbreaking. Everything you felt, we can feel it all.
Wonderful poem poignant Ryan it brings up the inner thoughts of unknown, feelings of where we’ re going in this world! Also my TV stays off most of the time. Your dog was beautiful I lost my dog last November she was lovely! Thank you for another work of art! 😉
Had three. Can think of another (Well, i think of another all the time, but can’t bring myself to it). Their memories just stay and never go… Beautiful piece, Ryan!
I love this Ryan. Poignant piece, so simple yet so beautiful. Memories warm you up from the inside but they also tear you apart. Lovely words 🙂
Aw dogs are often the hardest to lose, they are such constant companions and so forgiving. Even 5 years after mydog Nikki, I still miss her and certain things like paw prints as you say, or other reminders, have me thinking about her. They are truly family.
Couldn’t agree more, Mandi. Thank you for reading. I hope you’re well, my friend 🙂
I’m a Mix, I try to do as much as an can before the second week of December as the malls become crowded. Overall, I online shop most and the other 1/3 of shopping I do at the mall. I attempt to finish early but stuff usually gets left to the bitter end. Organized depends on the year I guess. Sorry you don’t get time off, not even Christmas or New Years?
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