The character of a man

sorenbarrett

What do you do with an unwanted pregnant dog when your world is full of strays and your pockets are empty
How would a dog treat you if homeless and he has no pockets
Why do we think only people go to heaven

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  • peto

    I really enjoyed this one
    You have a gift

    • sorenbarrett

      You are too kind my friend. I do appreciate you reads and most kind words of encouragement

    • Teddy.15

      This is a beautiful reminder of humanity which should be no different between humans and animals, takes a lot for some to find empathy and compassion. sorrenbarret I'm off to limbo in any case somewhere in the middle, maybe I will be able to see Heaven and Hell? How much fun that would be. 🌹

      • sorenbarrett

        Quite the touristic trip my friend I may bump into you on the way. Thanks so much for the read and kind words of support

      • Lorenz

        Why not to send it in an animal shelter ?

        • sorenbarrett

          Indeed so we do with our refugees. Those not adoptable are then put down. So easy to say we have done our duty when they are out of sight. Thanks so much for the read and comment my friend.

        • Poetic Licence

          I love this and wholeheartedly believe in it, kindness and compassion should apply to all living things, enjoyed the read

          • sorenbarrett

            Thank you so much Tobani for the read and understanding of the underlying message it is appreciated

            • Poetic Licence

              You are very welcome

            • Tony Grannell

              Hello, Soren,

              Man's best friend when all is well. To do what a dog would do, that is the question. I say, homeless or not, care for her and hope for the best, that said, it is a conundrum. Well put, said and questioned in your usual compassionate style.

              All the best,

              Tony.

              • sorenbarrett

                Thank you Tony for the read and kind words. Yes we do what we can

              • Friendship

                A profoundly moving, soul-stirring poem. Your poem beautifully weaves together compassion, responsibility, and the interconnectedness of all beings, human and animal, inspiring a deeper reflection on our shared humanity. It raises vital ethical questions about how society treats the vulnerable, particularly those who are unwanted or marginalized, such as pregnant dogs and strays, urging us to reconsider our values. The poet thoughtfully invites a contemplation on the nature of humanity and empathy, questioning why we often draw a line between humans and animals in matters of dignity and the afterlife, encouraging a more inclusive and compassionate worldview.

                • sorenbarrett

                  Thank you Friendship for the review and understanding of the underlying message of the poem. To what point does charity extend and when does it become a burden that is unmanageable and the lifeboat will sink with too much weight. A question that each will have to answer for themselves and that is what defines their character.

                  • sorenbarrett

                    Thank you Friendship for sharing your insight and values

                    • Friendship

                      You're very welcome, Sorenbarrett

                    • Neville



                      There are those who might say its a man thing .. It's not, is it .. it takes all sorts .. My guess is, that heaven is full of em and in all shapes and sizes .. Tho' maybe simple in composition, what we have here, is something much more profound and highly complex touching on the higher corporeal components that which sets man apart .. This is really about compassion and empathy isn't it .. or am I barking up the wrong tree ..

                      • sorenbarrett

                        You old dog you got it from the start. I have several stray dogs that people have loosed roaming the woods and fields and I ask myself where does compassion end and enablement begin? To feed and house the number grows and they take over killing natural wild life. To ignore and allow to fend for themselves is hard on the heart seeing a dead dog starved on the trail. Pups harder still. How we treat the homeless, refugees that overwhelm our shores and even our own poor and needy defines the character of a nation a man himself Thank you Neville for your understanding of this issue and poem

                      • Damaso

                        Beautiful, I enjoyed it very much. Thank you for sharing it, and I completely share the sentiment behind this text. Best regards.

                        • sorenbarrett

                          Thank you so much for the supportive comment

                        • arqios

                          Character on view 24/7, in many ways a daunting prospect in life. 🙏🏻🕊

                          • sorenbarrett

                            Thanks Cryptic for the read and comment always appreciated

                          • David Hopkins

                            All dogs go there ..all of them .

                            • sorenbarrett

                              Thanks David for the review and comment it is appreciated



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