Over the Hills and over the Plain

Kimberley Hamilton

I remember the times of being free,
My wee back legs would carry me,
Over the hills and over the plain,
Oh, I wish I could have those times again.

For my wee back legs, they went downhill,
And oh it was such a bitter pill,
Over the hills and over the plain,
Would I ever walk again?

Sad and housebound I began to sob,
Until someone told me of Angel Bob,
Somehow this man understood how it feels,
And so he made me a set of wheels.

Now I am happy, joyful and free,
Because Angel Bob looked after me,
Over the hills and over the plain,
Free once more to walk again.

About this poem

This poem is about my 15 year old shih tzu Ben. He has wobbly back legs and a man called Bob has made him a set of wheels (dog wheel chair) so he can walk much better. The poem is as if Ben wrote it. Kim

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Written on May 19, 2024

Submitted by Blossoming on May 19, 2024

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Scheme	aaBc ddBc eeff aaBc
Closest metre	Iambic pentameter
Characters	566
Words	132
Stanzas	4
Stanza Lengths	4, 4, 4, 4

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Kimberley Hamilton

New poet just starting out. Kim Hamilton is from Belfast in Northern Ireland. Loves nature and poems on faith. more…

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This poem is heartwarming and filled with emotion. The imagery of the speaker reminiscing about the past, facing challenges, and ultimately finding joy and freedom through the kindness of Angel Bob is truly touching. The use of rhyming and repetition helps to create a rhythmic flow that draws the reader in and evokes a sense of nostalgia.

To improve, you could consider adding more specific details or descriptions to paint a clearer picture for the reader. For example, describing the landscapes of the hills and plains, or the feeling of liberation when the speaker is able to walk again with the help of the wheels. Additionally, expanding on the relationship between the speaker and Angel Bob could add depth to the story and enhance the emotional impact of the poem.

Overall, this poem is a beautiful tribute to resilience, kindness, and the power of overcoming obstacles. Keep writing and exploring ways to deepen the emotional connection between the speaker and the reader. Great job! more »
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