30 Poems, 30 Days: Lucky (Day 29)
- Christina Vourcos
- Apr 30, 2020
- 1 min read
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He was fortunate to find a home at my aunt’s place
As time has passed details have drifted away
As my aunt’s life changed for the good
He had to find a new home
Before then when my aunt and uncle were away
I found myself making sure Lucky was okay
Did he have everything he needed?
As if I was serving a king
Even as a noblewoman, I still had some power
Nothing like my mother who’s anger he understood
He was mischievous when he was alone
He knew he was free to do as he pleased
Knocking things down or making a mess on the floor
But he knew he was fortunate to have a caring home
Everyone enjoyed his charming presence
When he wanted to be around others and pampered
Always there when we needed a bit of self-care
I wish my aunt had been able to keep him forever
As he was the only true pet I’ve ever cared for
As I was never given a pet like a cat, or a dog, as
My dad will never let me forget what happened to the fish
And insist that we still don’t have the space
But I know now Lucky wasn’t free
It would cost me a lot to have one like him
Even though he rested everywhere almost all the time
Maybe someday I’ll have a pet worth the cost
For now I’ll do my best to remember
One of the best, as Lucky will always be favored
By Christy V.
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