Guest Bones_Sox63 Posted November 30, 2004 Share Posted November 30, 2004 The Christmas Greyhound. The star shone bright, up in the winter sky, As a lonely Greyhound gave a sigh. It was so cold out here all on his own, With no one to love him and give him a home. He had a home once, if you could call it that, Lying on cold concrete that made sores on his back. A gentle hand, and a kind word he never knew, Only abuse and the words "you're through". Then a drive in a van, that left him out here, Alone and afraid with plenty to fear. The Greyhound cried out, a pitiful sound, But no one heard him; there was no one around. As he made his journey, towards the bright star, His legs began to weaken, he had already walked so far. His thin body could no longer fight off the cold, And as the temperature dropped, it started to snow. The Greyhound lay down, and his body began to shake, He knew it wouldn't be long now; he only had to wait, His sad eyes looked up to the star shining so bright, It was the last thing he saw before his eyes closed tight. This Christmas night was sad for him, as death came near, Another poor Greyhound that will never know Christmas cheer. In memory of all the poor Greyhounds that never get to enjoy the Christmas spirit, By Sue Stoddart. The Christmas Greyhound. crossposted from Hound Aid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted November 30, 2004 Share Posted November 30, 2004 Thank you for sharing this, even though it made me cry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted November 30, 2004 Share Posted November 30, 2004 I cry for the greyhounds in this situation. How sad. Now I want to go home and hug and kiss my hound. May all the Christmas greyhounds find forever homes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beltane Posted November 30, 2004 Share Posted November 30, 2004 How sad! Quote "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." --- Margaret Mead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Reesesmom Posted November 30, 2004 Share Posted November 30, 2004 It makes me want to adopt 10 more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mrargolola Posted December 1, 2004 Share Posted December 1, 2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyChessDogs Posted December 1, 2004 Share Posted December 1, 2004 Bishop will have a home for Christmas. Read the thread in everything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laur Posted December 1, 2004 Share Posted December 1, 2004 You have broken my heart..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest adriahna Posted December 1, 2004 Share Posted December 1, 2004 Oh, just the thought of our hounds not knowing the joy of Christmas with a family...how sad. Thank heavens for fosters, and all of the wonderful families and folks all over the world who have opened their minds, hearts and homes to greyhounds, galgos, lurchers and all animals in need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepsi2004 Posted December 1, 2004 Share Posted December 1, 2004 How sad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullysmum Posted December 3, 2004 Share Posted December 3, 2004 Quote <p>"One day I hope to be the person my dog thinks I am"Sadi's Pet Pages Sadi's Greyhound Data PageMulder1/9/95-21/3/04 Scully1/9/95-16/2/05Sadi 7/4/99 - 23/6/13 CroftviewRGT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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