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Windows To The Past

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Poems about the old West.

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Comment from Mastery
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Very nice presentation, Nancy but a sad account nonetheless. Abuse of any kind on humans or animals is intolerable in my book. Poor horses probably have no advocates protecting them from the abuse mentioned in your poem. Bless you, my friend for this undertaking. Bob

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 20-May-2019
    Thank you Bob. I appreciate your kind words and generous stars. Have a lovely day, Nancy:)
reply by Mastery on 20-May-2019
    U too. :) Bob
Comment from lyenochka
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Wonderful poem that shows compassionate understanding about horses who lived a good long life and served well but is now mostly forgotten. It's also a good metaphor for how some people feel in retirement.

Suggestion:
" from first dawn to twilights end. " (twilight's)

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 20-May-2019
    Thanks for the comments and the catch ,Helen. I appreciate it. Have a great day, Nancy:)
Comment from Mistydawn
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What a sad poem, heartbreaking for sure. If it were my horse I'd make sure the poor thing wouldn't feel alone. Probably give him extra care. It's very well-written, emotional, nicely done.

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 20-May-2019
    Thanks for the lovely review and generous stars, Dawn. Have a wonderful day. Nancy:)
Comment from victor 66
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There's an old movie, "SMOKEY" starring Fred McMurry. It tells the story of a very strong bond between this man and an incredibly independent horse. Your poem reminds me a great deal of this movie. Best wishes.

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    Thank you very much for the review and stars Victor my friend. Have a nice day. Nancy:)
reply by victor 66 on 19-May-2019
    You're welcome, Nanci. Hope your day is great too.
Comment from Ben Colder
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I placed my daughter on her first when 9 years of age. She won many blue ribbons and continued. She now has a ranch. I love this poem of tribute to that old cow pony. So real.

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    We were ranchers as well Ben. My oldest daughter has a working ranch still, but I had to forget the animals when Jim died. I couldn't afford them. Thanks for the review and stars Have a lovely day! Nancy:)
Comment from oorwull
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Loved the words as I read the poem. Well put down on paper. Desperately wanted a return of the cowboy at end end. Felt i was going to get satisfaction. Didn't get it. Very sad!

Oorwull

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    No they get a new horse that's it. Thanks for the review and stars Oorwull. Have a nice day. Nancy:)
reply by oorwull on 20-May-2019
    welcome
Comment from RodG
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You grab this Westerner's heart strings with this poem about an old cow pony forgotten and alone. You do a fine job of telling the pony's life story, and we wish the cowboy was around to scold for leaving his steed alone like this. Rod

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    Really! LOL I agree. Thanks for the review and stars RodG. Have a nice day! Nancy:)
reply by RodG on 19-May-2019
    My pleasure. Rod
Comment from Pantygynt
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This reminded me of an old English folk song 'Poor Old Horse. Before the days of motor cars the horse was definitely a friend and workmate to so many. This was a most enjoyable read. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    Thank you for the review and stars Jim. Have a lovely day. Nancy:)
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
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This speaks a memoir of a cow pony that is forgotten, its services and commitment liked and loved by its cowboy; well said, well done. Write to inspire -- DR ALCREATOR

 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    Thank you for the review and stars my friend. Have a nice day! Nancy:)
Comment from fm wright
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Absolutely love the poem and am a devout horse lover. I question the line that states "Where with sped and dedication...". Should that not read "Where with speed and dedication..."? That really threw me. Other than that I could find no wrong. Truly wonderful picture. Just to add, I miss having a horse, too.

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 Comment Written 19-May-2019


reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    Yes it should! I didn't catch that one. Thank you so much for spotting that. I have some sticking keys. Thank for the review and stars and help my friend. Have a great day! Nancy:)
reply by fm wright on 19-May-2019
    I understand about the keys! Wish that could be my excuse every time! Did thoroughly enjoy the poem, though!
reply by the author on 19-May-2019
    Yes, HAHA. Nancy:)