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Ripken

January 22, 2010
By Corinnee<3 BRONZE, Scottsdale, Arizona
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It seemed like just yesterday,
He was wagging his tail
And catching a
Bright,
Green
Tennis ball
In his slobbery mouth.
He was sitting by the pantry,
Ready for another
Delicious milkbone
To gobble up.
I never felt lonely,
When I was home alone.
He was always there to protect me.
As strong as an elephant
As mighty as a wolf
Ears the size of a microphone
Which eventually,
He grew into.
His tongue was the funniest thing
About him.
It was atleast 8 inches long.
He was so fast,
I could never beat him in a race.
He was my first puppy.
When I came home from the hospital,
He was there,
Waiting to see his new sister.
These are the memories I'll Cherish,
Forever.

© Amanda L., Cumberland, MD

The author's comments:
My dog, Ripken died today. He was a very special dog. I'll remember the days of when he was just a little puppy. But I know now that he is in a better place, where he'll become a puppy again.
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Nana said...
on Feb. 8 2010 at 8:00 pm
When I read this piece, it painted a vivid picture of Ripkin as I remember him too. You have captured a little of him & vividly put it into words. Great job my sweet girl!! Love you, Nana
Sugar said...
on Feb. 6 2010 at 10:18 pm
Corinne, That was so touching, I love it! I will miss Ripken. I will never forget riding him at your 9th birthday party, I think it was. Love ya, miss ya, and see you soon!
AbbotRabbit GOLD said...
on Feb. 1 2010 at 11:46 am
AbbotRabbit GOLD, Abolana, District Of Columbia
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This poem has great flow and insight.<br /> I really enjoyed it.<br /> Lovely poem darling =]<br /> -Please check out the works that I have posted on here it would be highly appreciated and I think you would greatly enjoy them, Thankk youz-<br /> XxIll tell you Im an orphan after you meet myy familyXx

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This poem has great flow and insight.

I really enjoyed it.

Lovely poem darling =]

-Please check out the works that I have posted on here it would be highly appreciated and I think you would greatly enjoy them, Thankk youz-

XxIll tell you Im an orphan after you meet myy familyXx