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JMCKUSICK

(3,917 posts)
Sun Aug 3, 2025, 04:13 PM Aug 3

A visit with old friends

Cuddles and I went out for our walk today,
Reaching the cemetery after a month away.

He led the last steps to the entrances gate,
I swear it seemed, he couldn't wait.

The grass fresh cut, the smell divine,
Like they were expecting us, the souls and Mama Pine.

As we waited for shade to bathe Kristi's bench,
We enjoyed the cool breeze, while the sun did us drench.

The Butterflies, Dragon Flies, and yes, mosquitos too
Flew all around us, with their versions of howdy doos.

It's so very peaceful here, it feels just right,
To pray or meditate, or in this case write.

Whether they're Angels or spirits, all around me today,
It's such a simple pleasure, to watch them frolic and play.

As this lovely pastime, today nears it's end,
Let me thank you so much, each of you, an old friend.

Love, John

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A visit with old friends (Original Post) JMCKUSICK Aug 3 OP
My dear JMCKUSICK--how lovely your poem is. CaliforniaPeggy Aug 3 #1
It feels like I'm there with you and Cuddles as you appreciate your natural surroundings. wordstroken Aug 3 #2
Hi Wordstroken, JMCKUSICK Aug 3 #4
I hear you. wordstroken Aug 3 #10
A lovely tribute to your friends. SheltieLover Aug 3 #3
Thank you SheltieLover JMCKUSICK Aug 3 #6
Yes, I agree, they are delightful SheltieLover Aug 3 #9
Thanks for taking us with you and Cuddles to your peaceful place today. ☺️ Deuxcents Aug 3 #5
Thank you for being willing Deuxcents. JMCKUSICK Aug 3 #7
It is my pleasure 🌺 Deuxcents Aug 3 #8
Excellent John, very excellent. debm55 Aug 3 #11
Thank you Debbie JMCKUSICK Aug 3 #12

wordstroken

(1,309 posts)
2. It feels like I'm there with you and Cuddles as you appreciate your natural surroundings.
Sun Aug 3, 2025, 04:33 PM
Aug 3

Thank you so much, John, for sharing these beautiful moments.
🌳🌞🪿🕊️🐝🐞🌿🍃🌾

🦋 wordstroken

JMCKUSICK

(3,917 posts)
6. Thank you SheltieLover
Sun Aug 3, 2025, 04:56 PM
Aug 3

The trees, Butterflies, Dragonflies etc... are my friends there. Such a joy.

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