A barking dog
the hidden feast
wandering as a
lonely beast…
seeking, hungry,
until he sees,
a lively fairie
floating on the breeze.
Tell me
wee one
where shall I find,
a place to rest,
for such a time,
dry and safe
from the dark night?
The fairie twittered
back and forth,
humming sprightly
catching its breath,
shimmering slightly,
the fairie said…
just here in the woods,
Ill lead you to a
spot so fair,
by the stream,
its safest there.
The big oak stands
dry and warm within…
So the dog did find a
hollowed tree…
Ahhh he sighed,
settling in -sleepily.
Still hungry, he sought
the hidden feast,
his tummy rumbled…
for a bite.
But now, amidst
the darkest night,
in fairie woods
he saw a sprite.
Hello there, dog
called the bright light,
whirring and clicking,
flying near…
the light bobbed and
disappeared.
Feeling sad and hungrier still,
the dog lay his head
down, ready for sleep.
All at once,
he heard a peep,
hmmm now, well what is
this?
He asked…
muffled and hidden
he heard, then,
a slight shuffling sound.
I wonder– can I eat this?
In the dark…
he licked his chops
at the thought,
of a meal…
But he sat very still,
until the sound became real.
At last it was clear,
the steps sounded near.
Here were fairies
carrying food,
berries and nuts
and pretty flowers, too!
They placed it before him,
saying softly…
here oh dog,
is a simple repast,
we thought you’d be
hungry,
as night shadows
are cast.
Feel safe now,
and rest your head,
for all is not lost.
When Sun shines
the morrow,
we’ll guide you home,
for now please eat
and bed in our tree,
all is well,
and we shall help thee.
As promised by the
tiny people,
the morning Sun was
a welcome sight,
they came and guided
him through
the woods…
by the stream,
to the road
from whence he came.
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