Sunday, November 4, 2012

IGWRT's Fireblossom Friday "Easily Replaced"

My handsome Oberon
Easily Replaced

I wouldn't miss
your brown liquid eyes
upon me, your warm,
tender lips softly searching,
nibbling my shoulder,
seeking my caress.

I wouldn't miss
your adventurous spirit,
nor the way you light up
when you see me,
nor the way you listen
to my singing, content.

I wouldn't miss
the way you love me.

by Margaret Bednar, 11-4-2012

This is for "Imaginary Garden with Real Toads - Fireblossom Friday - Lie to me".  I JUST got back from a gorgeous day of horseback riding and I LOVE my Oberon so much.  I could never replace my little Quarter Horse.

This has NOTHING to do with the fact I carry treats on me.
Don't you LOVE his furry winter coat?  It's going to get even fuzzier soon.
Looking pretty cute in his cooling down blanket


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25 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlNovember 4, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    awww. what a sweetie!

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  2. Sherry Blue SkyNovember 4, 2012 at 9:47 PM

    Oh he is so lovely! One can infer the exact opposite of this poem in every line:) He is a sweet boy and looks so healthy and happy. Our old gal has Cushings and is getting thinner by the month. Poor girl.

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  3. Ginnie HartNovember 5, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    That is one pampered creature, Margaret. He has you twisted around his fingers! HA!

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  4. izzyNovember 5, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    Whew ! glad for a lie- done very well by the way!
    My Chico is fuzzy too- I am still struggling to get a good photo of us both! He is going to have a jumping lesson with a friend today- just to give him a change of pace!

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  5. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    I can see why you love him so much!

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  6. Kerry O'ConnorNovember 5, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    I distrust people who can't love their animals with all their hearts, and I trust you, Margaret :)
    Beautiful horse, beautiful Fall pics.

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  7. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    And now I love Oberon, too!
    And I love that you penned a poem that could be written for nearly any loved one.

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  8. MarianNovember 5, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    awwwww.

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  9. HerotomostNovember 5, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Fantastic.....what a great day that had to have been, and then for us, we reap the creative benefits...I love it. Great work.

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  10. Carrie Van HornNovember 5, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    What a beautiful horse you have.....this is a wonderful write Margaret...and the photos are amazing! :-)

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  11. Grandmother MaryNovember 5, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Handsome horse. The connection with our animals is so special.

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  12. Brian MillerNovember 5, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    oh yeah i know that one has to be a lie...smiles...what a beautiful horse...

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  13. DaydreamertooNovember 5, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    He is so gorgeous. One cannot tell at all how big you really lie....lol
    This all made me smile :)

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  14. FireblossomNovember 5, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Of all the whoppers I read for this challenge, I think this is the biggest of them all! You lie like a rug, Margaret!

    Oberon is beautiful, and I DO love his furry winter coat!

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  15. HelenNovember 5, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    Oberon is every horse lover's dream .. I can visualize you out there riding! Nice image.

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  16. Susie ClevengerNovember 6, 2012 at 2:56 AM

    Oberon is such a beauty...You don't lie very well...lol

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  17. SreejaNovember 6, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    lovely... enjoyed the pics... such a grand pet!

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  18. Audrey Howitt aka DivaloungerNovember 6, 2012 at 3:50 PM

    Your Oberon is lovely! Such a tender piece about him and your love for him---

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  19. Abin ChakrabortyNovember 7, 2012 at 12:13 AM

    gives me that warm fuzzy feeling.kinda like a hugh grant rom-com.

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  20. Sharp Little PencilNovember 7, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    Margaret, my sister also loves horses and rides daily. This is one of the best of the "lie to me" poems I've read.

    I won't give you mine because it was political, and I don't want to go there. Suffice it to say, this was a work of art. Amy

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    1. MargaretNovember 7, 2012 at 9:44 PM

      Well. I have to go check it out. Difference of opinions does not offend me

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  21. hedgewitchNovember 7, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    Sorry to be so late over here for FBF, Margaret. I love the approach you took, and the beautiful, character-filled portraits of your sweet horse. I have been thinking of you today, and knowing it must be a difficult day for you, and that it must be hard to feel that this is the right outcome in our election. I just hope that someday your side and my side can work together again, can admit that both sides love our country and want the best for it. And know I meant it when I said at my place that I believe your own beliefs to be as real and valid and important to you as mine are to me. Much love to you, Margaret, and great thanks for the sharing of your talent you do here.

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    1. MargaretNovember 7, 2012 at 9:43 PM

      I truly appreciate your kindness. I'm bouncing back. I believe it is possible for a compromise that will respect both sides. It will take a lot of give and take, and I believe the President MUST lead the way. I return the love and appreciate your wonderful commentaries and support in my attempts at poetry. I love all the Toads

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  22. W.k. kortasNovember 7, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    There is, as many others have mentioned, a certain warmth (combined with the reserve of the intentional mis-truth) that adds a true charm to this piece. It's well-paced, and the use of repetition is very judicious. It's very nice writing.

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  23. my heart's love songsNovember 9, 2012 at 1:14 AM

    what a lovely companion!

    ♥

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