Comment from krys123

Excellent

Dean;
I really enjoyed reading this particular acrostic 5/7/5 syllabic format very much. You are very clever and witty in writing such a well composed piece of poetry.
I like how you formulated the words into very expressive and descriptive lines that make the reader feel and experience the loss of a well loved and cherished pet.
A very well-written tearjerker my friend would you have grasped the reader by his emotions and taken them literally down into an abyss of sadness. But it's a good sadness.
Thank you for sharing them posting this Dean and may the starshine always help you lead your way to the darkest of times.
Alex

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks, Alex, and I truly appreciate your heartfelt words, especially knowing you have a dog in this fight as well, my friend (no pun at all intended.). As a matter of fact, I just reviewed it, and I felt it was very good!

Best of luck to both of us then, what do you say?:)

reply by krys123 on 22-Aug-2014

All is fine Dean and no harm intended. I found your writing to be quite interesting and will end very witty. And you are so sincerely welcome my dear friend.
Alex
PS: Have a really great weekend

Comment from Robin Gilmor

Exceptional

Great writing prompt and you totally took the helm. My vote for sure. My husband and I are still in mourning over our baby Wolfie, a german shepherd after thirteen years of faithful devotion. He was truly our love, and our purpose to walk twice a day. You hit the target with this one. Smiles to you and your family. Robin :)

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks so much, Robin, and I'm so sorry for your loss. When we lose a pet, a faithful and long-time companion, it is just like losing a member of the family. For in essence, that is precisely what it is.

Thanks so much again for the exceptional rating, and your touching review.:)

Comment from nor84

Excellent

Love the concept dog/god. There's nothing to change here. It's a good 5/7/5. I don't know what the contest means a '575 with a twist', I just know I like what you've done.

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks so much, Norma, and it was stated in the rules that it had to be an acrostic, as well as a 5/7/5 simultaneously. Far more difficult for me than I first imagined it would be! You know me and my lengthy poems, LOL...

Still, I thank your for your kind and thoughtful review, my friend.:)

Comment from Patrick G Cox

Excellent

Hi Dean Kuch,

I think God created dogs to teach us the meaning of love and devotion, unearned and freely given. My two Shelties teach me that each day.

Patrick

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks, Patrick, and I honestly believe you are right. I own three small breed dogs; two miniature dachshunds and a Chihuahua who is nine years old. Their unconditional love and patience with me truly amazes me at times, as does God's.:)

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

This is marvelous. Dogs are truly faithful and loving. Excellent work with this 5-7-5 acrostic. Terrific entry for the contest and I sincerely wish you all the best.

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks so much, Smurphsgirlsasha. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me, and for the encouraging review, as well.:)

Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

Amen....and if you are dyslexic you would worship _ _ _Dog
Well any way...I agree...loyal loving and true...dogs constantly tell you they love you.......
Love this
God bless

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Hah, I never thought of it that way, kiwijenny. Brings to mind giant idols made of gold, featuring Chihuahua and heads of Great Danes. Oh, wait...the Egyptians already did that, centuries ago! (LOL)

Thanks so much for the great review!:)

reply by kiwijenny on 22-Aug-2014

They worshipped the dung beetle too didn't they? Lol

Comment from Acquired Taste

Excellent

I'm confident you adhered to the rules...I have not idea - but, I really liked your 5-7-5 - God's reflective grace - a visual and very soft comment about our pets. Good Luck...AT=/

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks very much, Jean. So far, everyone seems to think I did, so I guess I'm good to go!

Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts with me on this one. Much obliged!:)

reply by Acquired Taste on 22-Aug-2014

just commented on your old post to Mullins - think you might get a smile. Jean

reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks, Jean, I'll check it out. Which post was the comment made for?

reply by Acquired Taste on 22-Aug-2014

sorry - thought it automatically alerted you - my bad.....LM Mullins - noted below
Acquired Taste: Ummm, did Dean also mention that teeny insect is the last writer that beat him out in a contest. Dean has lots of things to teach...AT=/
August 22 at 4:44PM

reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Ha ha, I just looked at it, Jean, and left a comment of my own. I can't for the life of me understand why anyone would warm LM to be very careful of what I teach them. Hee-hee...

True, 'dat!:)

Comment from CALLAHANMR

Excellent

Hi Dean:)
This is a highly creative poem the use of the word dog as the base word for an acrostic poem and the twist from dog to God while maintaining the description of one of mankind's favorite pets. This is an amazing accomplishment with only seventeen syllables to work with. This looks like a winner to me and would receive six stars, if I had any left. Good luck!

Roger

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks so much, CAL, and with such a wonderful review as this, no sixes are necessary, my friend. I really appreciate your kind and thoughtful review.:}

Comment from drivenbackward

Excellent

Indeed. The first word that comes to my mind is loyal. Dogs are the most amazing creatures when treated correctly.

I once wrote a story 'Sweet Girl' as a tribute to my dog that passed away. I still read it sometimes because it reminds me of her mannerisms.

Good poem. Great last line with true meaning.

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thank you very much, Dan. I think when we lose a beloved pet, as you did with your "Sweet Girl", I feel it is just like losing a member of our family. They are such loyal friends, and love us unconditionally, much as God does.

Thanks for the great review, my friend!:)

Comment from padumachitta

Excellent

Hi. I love dogs...I think this is a super poem for this contest..go get 'em.

I have a poem I have never posted..(I think it would get nailed here).the first line is...
dog is god spelt backwards
either way around it is a gift...

anyway I like your poem, especially the last line.
padumachitta
ps...do you have a dog...?

 Comment Written 22-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2014

Thanks a bundle, padu, and yes, we have three. One nine-year-old Chihuahua named Gidget (she's my baby!), and two miniature Dachshunds. Gidget won't allow me out of her sight for ten seconds. If I die before she does, which is very possible, that dog will sit on my grave and whine, I have no doubt!