When I was young my darkest day
was when you taught the bird to say:
“Sit!”
I must admit:
At least this new pet cannot talk
and doesn’t join us on our walk.
It’s not enough:
She doesn’t bark or want to play.
She steals my bed and sleeps all day.
She takes my ball and claws my nose.
She never leaves me there to doze.
How long will it take you to see?
She’s not a better pet than me.
Come quick!
She’s messed the carpet — all that blood
(and you complain I bring in mud).
There’s feathers strewn across the floor;
she’s opened up the birdcage door.
On second thought:
If she can keep out of the way,
I might allow the cat to stay.
Polenth Blake lives where the mushrooms bloom in autumn. Her website lurks at www.polenthblake.com.
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13 Responses to “THE DOG’S COMPLAINT • by Polenth Blake”
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July 2nd, 2009 at 3:16 am
This was good fun, though the meter needs to be more regular.
July 2nd, 2009 at 4:58 am
This is great. I love how fun and playful you’ve made it.
July 2nd, 2009 at 6:58 am
This is fun!
July 2nd, 2009 at 9:36 am
I enjoyed the dog’s complaint. It made me smile. Thanks.
July 2nd, 2009 at 11:29 am
It’s usually the cat who gives or withholds permission.
July 2nd, 2009 at 11:48 am
Very good stuff,Polenth.
–dj
July 2nd, 2009 at 12:18 pm
Well done.
July 2nd, 2009 at 12:42 pm
Haha! This is so cute and creative!
July 2nd, 2009 at 1:13 pm
Great humour. Loved it.
Cheers
Mark
July 2nd, 2009 at 9:29 pm
Loved this and the twist at the end. Great job!
July 2nd, 2009 at 11:32 pm
This brought a smile to my face. I enjoyed the ryhmes!
July 15th, 2009 at 8:33 am
This one gave me a chuckle.
Thanks.
October 31st, 2009 at 12:11 am
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