Well, God disposes, and Hazel's (the little stray who arrived last week and won our hearts) original family turned up, and she's gone home. They had been out of town, and didn't know that she'd gone missing.
And so... realizing that there's a place here for a small dog, Barb just adopted a pair of senior Chihuahuas.
It's been years since I've been able to go to Starbucks...and Barb brought me home a Cocoa Latte (their names).
It's to laugh and it's to cry,
and sometimes it's to wonder
just exactly really why
your life's been torn asunder.
It's to hope and it's to pray
and to get up again
when knocked down, to rise and play
still in the games of men.
It's to joke and it's to smile,
in private hide the tears
for to mourn is out of style;
instead, let us get two more beers
and raise them foaming in the mugs
to drink to life and love and hugs.
The Five Minute Friday prompt this week is PEACE. Guess the world needs some, and always did.
And, until He comes again, always will.
All we are saying
is give peace a chance...
well, if so, start praying
for we're more than just plants;
we're agents of action,
and prayer is the tool
that can unite factions
and end ridicule
over our skin-shade,
and ways others speak.
By prayer can be remade
the world by the meek
with a weapon seems small
but 'tis greatest of all.
A shade under five minutes. I'll take it.
Music from Wall Of Voodoo, with, of course, Mexican Radio.
I think this is my favorite poems of yours ever. period. You continue to inspire, and I continue to be thankful. Prayers still being sent your way, Andrew and Barb.
ReplyDeleteJane, I am so glad that you enjoyed the poem!
DeleteWe're grateful for your affirmation, and especially for your prayers!
I agree - both of these poems are excellent! So meaningful, timely, and beautifully expressed.
DeleteI am thankful that you have Barb, Andrew. She knows how to bless, doesn't she? And of course, I know you bless her, every day.
Love and prayers and a coffee toast to you today.
Karen, thank you for this... Barb is truly a blessing, and the coffee-toast much appreciated!
DeleteAndrew - what a poem!
ReplyDelete"we're agents of action,
and prayer is the tool"
Yes! and may we be praying at this time!
Joanne, thank you... and it seems we will have to get out the kneepads for prayer these days.
DeleteI'm glad your little visitor was able to comfort you for a week, and two Chihuahuas have found their forever home. Prayer is action and the greatest tool of all!
ReplyDeleteLisa, Hazel did set a standard for gentle kindness...and the Chi's are setting one for hilarious mayhem. Both blessings of the highest order.
DeleteAnd yes, prayer is the answer. Always.
So happy you have found 2 dogs for.company and.distraction!
ReplyDeletePraying with you for the world to be remade by the prayers of the meek!
Fiona, thanks so much...the boys are an energetic blessing.
DeleteAnd yes, we need to pray, now more than ever.
Andrew this is so uplifting!!! I feel like uncle Albert (?) on the ceiling with Mary Poppins drinking tea. You can have the beer. So happy for the chiwawawas (not scrolling up to find the spelling) Wait till they see how fun you are 🙂🤭😇😏🙄 ?? Yes, prayer is our greatest weapon against spiritual warfare that so surrounds us.
ReplyDeleteMary, the Mary Poppins reference is perfect! Thank you for that.
DeleteThe little guys run the house now. As was inevitable.
And, yes, prayers are our greatest tools.
Great poem, as always - just love it!
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Heather, I am so glad that you enjoyed this!
DeleteVery inspiring. It is easier to be a prayer warrior when you know others are in it with you.
ReplyDeleteTish, indeed...in prayer there is strength in numbers.
DeleteBut we have to do it anyway, even feeling alone.
Love your sonnet to peace so much. And this: "drink to life and love and hugs" Amen, brother. That would actually bring us more peace, wouldn't it.
ReplyDeleteKym, thank you for this...and, indeed, drinking to life and love and hugs would be a lot more conducive to peaceful times.
DeleteThanks for posting your words of heart-touching rhythm, rhyme, reality.
ReplyDeleteLC, thank YOU, for your affirmation, and for being here.
Deleteoh my... more pups! Small ones to replace a small one. enjoy them!
ReplyDeleteWe are indeed enjoying the Chi's, Annette!
DeleteBy prayer can be remade
ReplyDeletethe world by the meek
with a weapon seems small
but 'tis greatest of all.
Love it, Andrew!! I'm finding writing poetry very therapeutic when I don't have the energy for more words. Your poetry is both profound and therapeutic. Thanks for sharing.
Kath, thank you so much for this.
DeletePoetry doesn't come easy to me...golly, writing doesn't come easy!
But I have fun.
I love your poems Andrew. The pups you and Barb have adopted are so sweet. Continued prayers for you and Barb coming your way my friend. Blessings.
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Paula, thanks so much for the affirmation and especially for your prayers!
DeleteBy the way, for some reason I can't access your blog. I have to work by phone, which may be part of the reason, but I do try.
Awww, Andrew. Well, I'm glad Hazel's original family came and got her. And how sweet that you now have Cocoa Latté to add to your crew. :) I hope thy fit in well with the rest of the fam.
ReplyDeleteI loved your poems. Your heart shines through, especially in the first one. Sending you lots of prayers, my friend.
Jeanne, yes, it's good that Hazel got to go home...she had been sorely missed...and the Boys needed a place like this, where they could let their Crazy run free.
DeleteI'm so glad you enjoyed the poems, and so grateful for your prayers!
((((( Andrew )))))
ReplyDeleteI am visiting a shelter today, hoping to fill the cat-shaped hole in my heart after my sweet fur-baby crossed the Rainbow Bridge after 14+ years.
Annie in Texas
Annie, I am so sorry for your loss, and hope that you've found someone to love, someone who truly needs you. Please let me know!
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