Left Behind
The rich get richer39 total reviews
Comment from J. P. Egry
This is a dilemma that way too many people have faced and too many animals have endured. At the very LEAST, a loved animal should be taken to a no-kill shelter!
The pathos with which you have written this story is very strong and I hope will reach out to those who are at their wit's end. I think I'd sell my car and walk the streets with my dog before I'd abandon him.
The three points of view work well--from the woman to the dog to the house (which we often wonder what it might be thinking.)
The colors blinking in the rhythm of the pouring rain is a powerful ending, suggesting the hopelessness of it all.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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This is a dilemma that way too many people have faced and too many animals have endured. At the very LEAST, a loved animal should be taken to a no-kill shelter!
The pathos with which you have written this story is very strong and I hope will reach out to those who are at their wit's end. I think I'd sell my car and walk the streets with my dog before I'd abandon him.
The three points of view work well--from the woman to the dog to the house (which we often wonder what it might be thinking.)
The colors blinking in the rhythm of the pouring rain is a powerful ending, suggesting the hopelessness of it all.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi J.P. ! Thank you. I agree...I have carried my cat in a vehicle with me for weeks while house hunting. I left her once at a kennel...and she almost died from fleas and not eating. I promised her I would never let that happen again. So, she has learned to travel and be in motel rooms. Thank you so very much...this is a great review! Susan
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You're very welcome!
Comment from Judian James
I hated this one, Suze! I knew I needed to beware the minute I saw the picture and then the title. Oh, how tragic. I hate that she didn't do the responsible thing and take the dog to a shelter rather than drive away like that. Anyway, very well written.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2012
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I hated this one, Suze! I knew I needed to beware the minute I saw the picture and then the title. Oh, how tragic. I hate that she didn't do the responsible thing and take the dog to a shelter rather than drive away like that. Anyway, very well written.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2012
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HI Judian! Thank you so much...I cried at that photo...and just watched a movie called "Hatchi" and cried some more...God. My cat is 12 years old...I dread the day. Thank you Jude...I know you would love that movie...I hope you will watch it?? HUG! Susan
Comment from cheyennewy
Hi Susan,
This story is a tear jerker if I ever read one. My little dog was abandoned too and I am so glad I took her in and gave her a good home. The girl in this story has way too much grief and I wonder what happened to her. You have once again written an superb story and I wish I could give you a six. Blessings, chey
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi Susan,
This story is a tear jerker if I ever read one. My little dog was abandoned too and I am so glad I took her in and gave her a good home. The girl in this story has way too much grief and I wonder what happened to her. You have once again written an superb story and I wish I could give you a six. Blessings, chey
Comment Written 15-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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OH Chey...please watch a show called "Hatchi, A Dog's Tale"?? It stars Richard Gere..and is just so sad. YOU WILL love it! I promise. I may do a part two to this? Maybe. HUGS for the kind wishes of a sixer! xoxo! Susan
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I have seen that movie, I like anything Richard Gere is in!
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OH good...one called Unfaithful was good too. Diane Lane and he go so well together. I'm with you. R.G. is great! :) Susan
Comment from Trybuck
Too many times animals of all kinds get left behind when the owners decide to move for whatever the reason. Well done with your sad story, Buck
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Too many times animals of all kinds get left behind when the owners decide to move for whatever the reason. Well done with your sad story, Buck
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi again! Hey, thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed this. I love to try to 'see' things from animals points of view...and right or wrong, I really believe they are much smarter and know tons more than some people think they do? What would our world be like without them?? :/ susan
Comment from JW
Wow. How sad. Unfortunately, this storyline has become a reality for many. As the U.S. became worse, countless pet suddenly found themselves homeless.
Thanks for sharing this heart-breaking tale. JW
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Wow. How sad. Unfortunately, this storyline has become a reality for many. As the U.S. became worse, countless pet suddenly found themselves homeless.
Thanks for sharing this heart-breaking tale. JW
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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HI Jonathon...I know...they were letting horses out in Brown County State park in southern Indiana to the tune of several a week in '08 and '09...a friend of ours became a rescue farm then. She is doing it still. And I may have to give her my three if things keep going as they are. Hay is over four bucks a bale. (small bales). And it only lasts a few days for three...NOT good. I don't know what will happen. Anyway, thank you for a lovely review Jonathon. Susan
Comment from adewpearl
packed up her personal things, and wiped - drop the comma
You get inside this financially troubled women's anxious thoughts well
What a sad, sad ending
I know the animal shelters around here report lots of folks turning in pets due to financial problems Brooke
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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packed up her personal things, and wiped - drop the comma
You get inside this financially troubled women's anxious thoughts well
What a sad, sad ending
I know the animal shelters around here report lots of folks turning in pets due to financial problems Brooke
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi Brooke! I removed the comma! Thank you for the help...If you can, and want, please watch a movie called "Hatchi, A Dogs' Tale"? Stars Richard Gere....So sad...but a good movie...thank you again for this kind reveiw Brooke! xoxo! Susan
Comment from Carole Rosa
Realist. Right you are. I chose to read your story because of the sad picture of the dog. I'm glad that I did because I enjoyed your piece. Nice job. Carole
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Realist. Right you are. I chose to read your story because of the sad picture of the dog. I'm glad that I did because I enjoyed your piece. Nice job. Carole
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi Carole! Thank you for this kind and lovely review! It's nice to know you liked this...xoxo, Susan
Comment from Sasha
This is such a sad and touching story with a very important message too. What a marvelous photograph to go with this one too. Keep up the great work.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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This is such a sad and touching story with a very important message too. What a marvelous photograph to go with this one too. Keep up the great work.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi Sasha! The pix compelled this story. I just hate it when pets are left. It's just unspeakable. I've been homeless in rain JUST like this. And maybe I was the dog here. I feel like it most of the time...hugs and a thousand thank you's my friend...Susan
Comment from Carolyn 12
I couldn't help but cry. This pour dog. The girl will make it.People tend to let go of the one thing that will stand by them no matter what. Sad story.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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I couldn't help but cry. This pour dog. The girl will make it.People tend to let go of the one thing that will stand by them no matter what. Sad story.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi Carolyn! Thank you dear. Me too. I know this feeling, as I've been right where this dog in the picture is. I may do a part two to this...to save them both.? I don't know. Thank you again my friend. Susan
Comment from Curias
I was dreading clicking on the link as soon as I saw the picture because I was afraid of what it would do to me...and I'm afraid I was right. I had said to myself I wouldn't break down but I couldn't come through with my words. This was wonderfully written and I understand every single word that was used. As yourself, I share the same passion for dogs and cats. Now, I'm eagerly anticipating going home and hugging my dogs who always seem to embrace me with such joy and warmth. Thank you, this was beautifully written.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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I was dreading clicking on the link as soon as I saw the picture because I was afraid of what it would do to me...and I'm afraid I was right. I had said to myself I wouldn't break down but I couldn't come through with my words. This was wonderfully written and I understand every single word that was used. As yourself, I share the same passion for dogs and cats. Now, I'm eagerly anticipating going home and hugging my dogs who always seem to embrace me with such joy and warmth. Thank you, this was beautifully written.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2012
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Hi dear Curias! Please forgive me this late reply? I am so sorry. But just thrilled that you appreciated this one. The photo just broke me up and I had to write this. I've been homeless in rain just like this and maybe the dog is me...Thank you! Again. hug, Susan
