The Life of a Puppy

Tate6

The Life of a Puppy

Thank you Cats and Dogs group for TWO FEATURES!

The Life of a Puppy

This morning, I woke up & kissed my dad’s head.
I peed on the carpet, then went back to bed.
“The life of a puppy, oh my, this is great.”
Then I thought about breakfast,” I hope it’s not late.”
Mom took me outside, we walked for a while.
This never fails to make Mama smile.
I sniffed of everything, that we did pass,
I ate something weird – it gave me gas.

I’m sure God loves me, I know that is true.
He gave me so many great things to chew.
Rugs, plants or rocks, I really don’t care.
What I truly like best, is Dad’s underwear.

That obedience book, was sort of yummy.
Though it didn’t sit well on my poor puppy tummy.
I threw up a bit, but that was all right,
When Mom found it later, I was well out of sight.

I made streamers of T. P., while running at full speed.
Mom is pretty quick—but I was still in the lead.
I flew under the bed, and Mom flew past,
She stopped-shook her head, and breathed,
“You’re too fast.”

Mama later phoned Daddy, and said, “It was frightening!”
That afternoon, she was sure I’d pooped lightning.
She’d sat at the computer, while I chewed the cord,
She thought I was mad, but I was just bored.

When Mama had enough, couldn’t take anymore,
That’s when my tushy got shoved out the door.
I love it inside, but outside is best.
Lay in the cool grass, and had a good rest.

That didn’t last long, there was too much to do—
Can’t quite remember where I hid Daddy’s shoe.
I found an old bone, and scratched at a flea,
I watched the dumb squirrels as they jumped in a tree.

I barked at the kids, when they got off the bus.
I can’t figure out why this makes Mama fuss.
I barked at the neighbor, I barked at the wind.
I barked and barked, till Mom yelled, “COME IN.”

The sun dipped in the west-soon Daddy would come!
I sure love my daddy: we always have fun.
I barked at my daddy, then turned on my charms,
I woo-wooed, “Hello,” then jumped in his arms.

Sitting under the table—it’s sooo hard to wait.
Daddy slipped me a goodie right off his plate.
I raced through the house, and scattered my toys,
Ricocheted off the furniture, and made lots of noise.

Mom found her purse – the one I abused.
Daddy let loose a chuckle. Mom asked “Amused??”
I cowered down low, I must be in trouble.
Dad said, “Wasn’t MY boy, it must be his double!”

Mom turned off the TV, and said,”Time for bed.”
Dad said “Let’s go boy,” and patted my head.
I got in my spot, between Mom and Dad,
I thought ‘bout my day and what fun I had.

Mama kicked out my bone from the covers below,
Then let loose a sigh—a sigh deep and low.
She gave me a kiss, and snuggled me tight,
And whispered so softly, ‘My darling goodnight’.

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Ginger

The Life of a Puppy belongs to the following groups:

All Pets Great and Small, All Things Poetic, Artistic, Philosophical, Animal Kingdom, As Is, Cutest of the Cute, Everything Winter, Our K9 Friend 1 image a day (Dogs only), Respectful Retrievers, Safe Haven and Welcome to Wisconsin Available for sale as

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The Life of a Puppy by Tate6
The Life of a Puppy by Tate6
  • Bev Woodman

    Bev Woodman

    Lovely image and just love the poem. So cute!!!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks, Bev. She is wonderful!

  • brian pendrey

    brian pendrey

    brilliant cute shot

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks, Brian!

  • flyfish70

    flyfish70

    Now that is just too cute, lol awesome shot!!!!!

  • Tate6 replied

    She cannot go outside without sticking her head in the snow!!

  • CeleryGirl

    CeleryGirl

    too precious!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks-we love her!

  • tazzytiger

    tazzytiger

    wonderful, brilliant and so, so very precious

  • Tate6 replied

    She sure is! Thanks!

  • TingyWende

    TingyWende

    Awww….sweet!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you! She is!

  • jegustavsen

    jegustavsen

    I loved the picture, and the poem was perfect!!!! ...and so true.

  • Tate6 replied

    It certainly is! I laughed so hard when I found this poem!

  • deannedaffy

    deannedaffy

    Just gorgeous!

  • Tate6 replied

    She is a doll! Thanks!

  • ThruBarbsLens

    ThruBarbsLens

    Love the shot and the poem!!! Both so very typical of goldens!!! She’s a doll!!!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks Barb! The poem certainly fits Ginger perfectly! We just cannot stay angry with her when she gets into mischief!

  • lorilee

    lorilee

    Absolutely adorable!!!!!!!!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks lorilee!

  • Pat Yager

    Pat Yager

    I’m still laughing over your poem! And his picture is so lovable! Just hope he doesn’t turn out to be a Marley!

  • Tate6 replied

    You know, I have the book and have not read it yet. So, as much as I want to see the movie, I really want to read the book first. She is a very smart, naughty girl! Really, she is not so bad!

  • cdudak

    cdudak

    This is just so adorable and I love the poem, instant favorite here….Kay

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks so much, Kay!

  • Tibby Steedly

    Tibby Steedly

    Wonderful, precious picture of this sweet pup. And the poem is great and right on target!! Our pup tried eating the wall!

  • Tate6 replied

    So funny! We had a yellow lab/Golden puppy years ago that also ate through our sheetrock wall! I see you are from Hendersonville. My very good friend, Jennifer Haugen and her husband Steve Bond live there. She is a PA at a clinic there.

  • Cheryl Lunde

    Cheryl Lunde

    He is so adorable with a great poem to match!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks for taking the time to look, Cheryl!

  • kellyjomitchell

    kellyjomitchell

    so so so so cute!!!

  • Tate6 replied

    We are having a blast with her. Thanks Kelly!

  • mlynnd

    mlynnd

    I LOVE THIS, TOTALLY LOVE IT! Instant favorite!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you so much! Glad you like it!

  • Etoile de Mer

    Etoile de Mer

    cute cute cute!!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you!

  • Karen Checca

    Karen Checca

    Awwwe…..look at that little snow-covered face!! Adorable shot! :) Karen

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks Karen! I appreciate you taking the time to look!

  • Shaina Lunde

    Shaina Lunde

    soooooooo cute!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks Shaina!

  • DottieDees

    DottieDees

    Such a perfect capture for a perfect poem!! instant fav!!!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks so much!

  • Angie McKenzie

    Angie McKenzie

  • Tate6 replied

    Yea!! So honored! Thanks so much!!

  • ldeiter78

    ldeiter78

    Awwwww – this photo is absolutely adorable!!! Congrats on your feature!!

  • Tate6 replied

    I appreciate it-Thanks so much!

  • DonnaMoore

    DonnaMoore

    Congratulation…. So sweet….

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks Donna!

  • terezadelpilar

    terezadelpilar

    sooo sweeeet!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks so much!

  • LeighAth

    LeighAth

    that was is cute :)...goes well with the poem
    ~Leigh

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks for taking the time to look Leigh!

  • Wayne Cook

    Wayne Cook

    That was a wonderfullly sweet poem and the picture…..well, I’m melted! Thank you for sharing this!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you for your kind words, Wayne.

  • logancitycustom

    logancitycustom

    welcom to 2009 ,great shot ,thanks vic

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you also!

  • Bonnie T. Barry

    Bonnie T. Barry

    You’ve got a one-of-a-kind photo here! Memorable and heartwarming!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you Bonnie!

  • Joanne Bradley

    Joanne Bradley

    This is just too adorable and the poem a delight as well!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you so much!

  • AngelArtiste

    AngelArtiste

    What a cute puppy =)

  • Tate6 replied

    thanks Angel!

  • Anna Martineau Merritt (mistypinephotography.com)

    Anna Martineau...

    what? you made me stop for this? Come on…hehehehe love the expressions!

  • Tate6 replied

    She doesn’t stay still for very long!

  • karenuk1969

    karenuk1969

    Awww, so cute!!

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks, Karen!

  • Marissa Oosterlee

    Marissa Oosterlee

    Aaaawhh! What a sweety, wish I could have a little dog… I enjoy seeing your pictures and gives me a warm feeling although it is snowy :-)

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you for your kind words Marissa!

  • Tiffany Dryburgh

    Tiffany Dryburgh

    Oh my, does it get any cuter than this?! A very, VERY sweet portrait of puppyhood.

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you!

  • RealPainter

    RealPainter

    loooooooooooooooooook at it

  • Tate6 replied

    Thanks!

  • Chelseaabeann

    Chelseaabeann

    I’m pritty sure this is the cutest picture I have ever seen. :)

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you Chelsea!

  • tonymm6491

    tonymm6491

    Congratulations – you are in TOP 10! Lovely dog :)

  • Tate6 replied

    Thank you kindly! I am thrilled!

  • Angie McKenzie

    Angie McKenzie

    congrats on placing in the top ten in the ‘Cold Weather’ challenge, in the Cats and Dogs group!!! :)

  • Barbara Morrison

    Barbara Morrison

    So cute! congrats on challenge!

  • MelanieSpeaks

    MelanieSpeaks

    Aww….gorgeous shot!

  • SandyK

    SandyK

  • Waleska Luker

    Waleska Luker

    Aww what a cute moment!

  • Fern Design

    Fern Design

    awww what a sweetie!! congrats on the feature!!!

  • dmarie

    dmarie

    great photo…adorable puppy, cute poem…excellent job !!!! :-D

  • Chris Clark

    Chris Clark

    Absolutely fantastic photography and the poem is out of this world and describes a puppy to it’s fullest

  • oceanblue

    oceanblue

    Wow. Perfection! The poems are cool.

  • Jane Best

    Jane Best

    Beautiful puppy and photograph. The lighting and colors are excellent. The poem in neat too.

  • Susanne Correa

    Susanne Correa


    This image is amazing. It would be a great addition to the new group Paws n Claws. We look forward to seeing more of your pets images.

  • Tibby Steedly

    Tibby Steedly 24 days ago

    Wonderful and adorable!

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