The flickering light
of compassionate thought
can strengthen with time
until it becomes a trusted guide.
JDG
The flickering light
of compassionate thought
can strengthen with time
until it becomes a trusted guide.
JDG
He heard the sadness
beneath her harsh words.
came and sat by her side,
and placed his paw upon her leg.
Together they sat while she cried.
JDG
Certainty is an illusion,
but we prefer it
to the uncomfortable truth.
JDG
The weather can’t seem
to make up its mind It must
identify as whatever.
JDG
Murphy’s soft fur and gentle purr
smooth the sharp edges
of a harried day.
JDG
Knox paused at the door,
decided no squirrels
would be out in the rain,
opted to hold his business
until things changed.
JDG
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Anticipating
the approaching storm, eleven
mourning doves flock to
the feeder and chase away
all other incoming birds.
JDG
Visiting cat meets
unwelcoming chihuahua.
She is not his cat’s meow.
JDG
“It’s urgent,” Knox barked.
“The squirrels are taking over
the world! Let me out! “
JDG
Shivers this morning
from the cold, but
also from delight.
The sun rises, the birds
sing along, and Knox
orchestrates with
a new stick.
JDG