Saturday, April 10, 2010

homework assignment

Today's entry, compliments of Robin's sweet daughter. Thanks, Madwilly, for taking Baxter's picture and choosing him as the subject of your poem assignment! :)


Baxter is a little like a cat.
He sleeps for hours in the sun like a cat.
But he is still playful like a dog.

He chases bunnies whenever he hunts outside.
He is always tummy tanning when he gets the chance.
Baxter is a little like a cat.

Baxter loves to play with his toys.
He also likes to sleep in the fresh warm laundry from the dryer.
But he is still playful like a dog.

Baxter loves his walks.
He will cuddle with you for hours straight.
Baxter is a little like a cat.

Baxter can do lots of cool tricks.
He can be a man and shake hands.
But he is still playful like a dog.

Baxter is the most lovable dachshund in the whole world.
No dog is like him.
Baxter is a little like a cat.
But he is still playful like a dog.


~Madeline, 13.9 years old, written on her visit to Baxter's house.

9 comments:

Alli and Frankie said...

Oh, Madeline! Lovely!!!!!

Hannalei said...

That is wonderful. Ms Madeline must be very proud.

3 doxies said...

Very, very, very impressive. Just beautiful and creative. Well done Miss Madeline.

Rowdy and Bette said...

Great job Madeline! The world needs more poets, keep up the good work.

Frankie Furter and Ernie said...

Bravo Miss Madeline. You chose a grrreat subject and did a super job.

Alicia said...

Great poem Madeline!! We hope you get an "A" grade and write more poetry!

Woofs,
Oskar

Lorenza said...

Baxter!
Madeline wrote a beautiful poem about you!
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza

Peejums said...

Your photos of adorable little Baxter are always so sharp and clear! May I ask what kind of camera you use? (Although, I would imagine, your subject matter makes for 90% of the picture quality!)

kalyxcorn said...

hi peejums - might i first say i love saying your id in my head! it's so happy sounding! yeah my camera is now old - it's a sony cybershot DSC-T50. My two primary rules for taking photos? no flash and hold the camera REALLY still. a tiny tripod helps a lot but that can sometimes take away from the spontaneity of the situation.