Buffalo Gal

When my feet hit the floor each morning, I open the back door without thinking.
When I open a new loaf of bread, I grab the heel to throw to her without thinking.
When I unpack the groceries I look first for her treats without thinking.
I step around her space by the front door without thinking.
I step out of the shower prepared to share my towel without thinking.
I check her water without thinking.
I pick up the tennis ball in the yard without thinking there's no one to bring it back.
How long will it take to go a day without thinking of Smokie?

Copyright 2004 Judi Griggs

Buffalo Gal Judi Griggs I'm a communications professional, writer, cynic, mother, wife and royal pain. The order depends on the day. I returned to my hometown in November 2004 after a couple of decades of heat and hurricanes. I can polish pristine copy, but not here. This is my morning exercise -- 20-minute takes without a net or spellcheck. It's easier than sit ups for me. No guarantee what it will be for you. Clicking on the subscribe link will send you an email notice when each new entry is posted.
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Previous Entry :: Next Entry Read/Post Comments (2) Share on Facebook		2004-11-25 11:23 AM Without thinking When my feet hit the floor each morning, I open the back door without thinking. When I open a new loaf of bread, I grab the heel to throw to her without thinking. When I unpack the groceries I look first for her treats without thinking. I step around her space by the front door without thinking. I step out of the shower prepared to share my towel without thinking. I check her water without thinking. I pick up the tennis ball in the yard without thinking there's no one to bring it back. How long will it take to go a day without thinking of Smokie? Copyright 2004 Judi Griggs Read/Post Comments (2) Previous Entry :: Next Entry Back to Top