“Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.” Orhan Pamuk
One Dog (Sasha) We shared a language of love, none of it written, except deep in our being, and we knew our joys and disappointments, miscued expectations held in tension, and those sad eyed looks accompanying disrupted routines, or the sense of betrayal when visiting the vet; you hid from the thunder in out of way places and pined when we journeyed without you, you pulled us on walks and ran like a teen, even in your dotage, you weathered the pain of ageing until you lay down to rest; but it's never just the stories or fun, you are part of the family flesh a companion ever held in our circle of love. ©Paul Vincent Cannon
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A masterpiece – truly. I can’t think of many works that so perfectly capture the essence of this special relationship.
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Thank you so much for that Robin.
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One of the most emotional pieces I ever wrote was when I lost my kitty Sojourner. Theres something about these bonds that produce the greatest of art. Well done.
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Absolutely so Lance, and thank you.
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We get so close to our pets by providing for them, you can’t help getting emotional attached.
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So true Jim, so true, and thank you.
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Beautifully written, bond shared with pets can’t be compared to anything❤️
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Yes, so very special, thank you very much Khushi.
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Nothing compares to that pet and owner bond…..
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Absolutely so Sandy, thank you.
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Such a loving tribute to your beloved Sasha. I know the feeling . . .
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Yes, hard to explain, but so veery close, thank you Liz.
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You’re welcome, Paul.
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Thanks Paul 😢🥺😢✨🙏
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well really, thank you, you got me thinking about this.
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Paul, sending hugs. I still miss my Sputnik, gone 15 years now. Our animal friends are family and bless us for far too little time. 💕.
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So true Niki, they never leave us really, so close, very much appreciated hug.
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This really pulled on my heartstrings, Paul.
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I cared for two Dalmatians when I had a home and pet care business. They were very loving and frisky.
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A dog well loved and remembered!
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Oh for the love of a dog Paul. so beautifully written and cat too in my case 🐕😹
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For all our beloved animal companions past and present, this is a special gift of a poem, Paul.
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Thank you so much Chris.
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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A am feeling so sorry for her. Thank you for the great remembrance, Paul! Best wishes, Michael
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such a great part of the family – many thanks for that Michael.
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Thats true.
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A very beautiful tribute to your Sasha. I still miss our Evan and Macken…
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They sure get close don’t they?
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Thank you.
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So beautiful – your words of memories long gone brought tears with the remembering
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Yes, such a special friend she was.
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