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Canine Frequencies
We suddenly notice our dog, Tuffy,
missing from his favorite spot on the sofa
as we get up to investigate
There he sits, silently and patiently,
by our back door, expectantly
waiting for us to finally notice
he needs to go out
Perhaps he wonders why
it’s taken us so long
to receive his urgent thoughts
beamed to us from canine frequencies
Our other dog, Dante,
always scratches and makes a racket
at the door for some relief
to go out and about his business
He has known for some time
that we are idiots in need
of a more reliable connection
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We lost Dante in April of last year. I miss him every day.
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Lavender
Sat, 2023-02-11 21:32
Canine Frequencies
Hi, Michael,
Very clever title. It's fascinating when we realize that we are so tenderly connected with our furry friends. I'm so sorry about Dante. It sounds like he was very special.
L
Michael Anthony
Sat, 2023-02-11 23:14
Thanks L. Dante was a
Thanks L. Dante was a terrible PITA, which only made us love him more - LOL!
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Michael Anthony
Geezer
Sat, 2023-02-11 22:55
If anyone...
has ever had a dog for any length of time, they realize that they are very special animals. I'm sure there are many stories you could tell about Dante, that would be familiar to other dog owners. That said, there are no other dogs as special as ours, on this earth. Sorry about Dante. I love the simplicity of the story, yet it has such poignancy. Great piece. ~ Geez.
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Michael Anthony
Sat, 2023-02-11 23:14
So true Geez. Thanks for
So true Geez. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
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Michael Anthony
Candlewitch
Sun, 2023-02-12 08:17
hello Michael,
Dante is a very wise soul, listen to him and he will guide you! we are all idiots. it is the mark of being human! LOL!
*hugs, Cat
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Michael Anthony
Sun, 2023-02-12 16:01
Idiots compared to dogs?
Idiots compared to dogs? Check! LOL!
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Michael Anthony
Rosewood Apothecary
Sun, 2023-02-12 14:38
Sorry
For the loss of your pet I’m deeply sympathetic. They’re the best of us for sure and they are dearly missed.
I’ve often wondered about this. What is my dog thinking? What is my dogs opinion of me? Do they get annoyed or upset at me?
They’ve got some telepathic abilities for sure. Mine knows when my wife is about a half mile from home. She starts pacing from the window to the door in anticipation. It’s very uncanny.
Tim
Michael Anthony
Sun, 2023-02-12 16:03
Thanks Tim! Right there with
Thanks Tim! Right there with you in regard to the wisdom, mysteries, and telepathic capabilities of our canine friends (overlords??? LOl!)
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Michael Anthony