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The official
ANIMAL RIGHTS ONLINE newsletter
Publisher ~ EnglandGal@aol.com Issue # 02/13/00
Editor ~ JJswans@aol.com
Journalists ~ PrkStRangr@aol.com
~ MRivera008@aol.com
~ SavingLife@aol.com
THE EIGHT ARTICLES IN THIS ISSUE ARE:
1
~ The Love and Loss of Cheyenne by David Meyer
2
~ Youth Corps for Animals
3
~ Stop Animal Pornography on the Web
4 ~ Benefits of
Landscaping for Birds
5
~ Resources for Dealing With Animal Abusers
6
~ Simple Steps to End Animal Suffering
7
~ Feral Cat Video Available
8
~ A Small Moment in Time (Poem
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The Love and Loss of Cheyenne
By David Meyer
Former
President of Last Chance For Animals
Words
cannot express the sadness I feel at the recent loss of my nine-year companion
and close friend, Cheyenne, a hundred pound shepherd mix. He died on Saturday, October 30, just 2 days
after my birthday. One would not think that the loss of a dog would have such a
profound impact on a person, but he continues to teach and surprise me even in
his death.
I've
made a career out of seeing suffering and death of animals and limiting my
emotional reaction, but with Cheyenne this is not possible -- I'm distraught.
He was an integral part of my family and my life, he was a source of joy and
support for me, and was among my closest friends. He was a part of my daily
routine, an integral part of my world, my plans, and my actions for almost a
decade. And his death is made more difficult for me by a deep sense of guilt --
a true irony -- that in my fanatic attempt to devote all my attention to save
the animals of the world, neglected giving the proper attention to animals in
my own home and family.
I
adopted him from a rescue kennel in Canoga Park. I had asked for their biggest
dog, and they took me to "Scooner", a 2 year old, lanky, goofy
looking dog with scars on his head and a piece of his ear missing. They told me
he had been caged for a year, and had been returned by a family because he had
fought with their other dog. I looked at his bouncing gate and excited and
friendly attitude and insisted that he was free forever of his cage. His name
was now Cheyenne and he was coming home with us.
We
took him to the car and it was clear he needed to stretch his elongated legs.
As Shama waited, I began to run with him down the street. I instantly found myself sprinting at full
speed, being dragged even faster forward by a dog who had been caged for so
long. He was born to run -- he didn't like leashes. His energy was endless, and
as we put him in the car, we knew his life was about to change. He was going to
our home in Agua Dulce, with a full two acres of backyard and his new lifelong
companion, Poki.
The
years can't be summed up in one story. His many fun and odd antics. One of the
first days in his new home when our housemate (who was a hunter, of all things)
yelled at Cheyenne to get off his favorite bean-bag chair. Cheyenne immediately
obliged, but before leaving the room, he lifted his leg and emptied his entire
bladder on the chair before the hunter's stunned eyes.
The
time he started a stampede of cattle running our way in the middle of the night
in the Golden Trout Wilderness as Shama and I sat trembling in our tent.
The
way he would chase me on my runs in the mountains, inspiring me to run faster
by nipping at my arms and at my rear end.
His
insistence on jumping into the car whenever the door was open -- and staying in
there until we went somewhere fun.
The
way he would literally sit on my head, posting a quiet guard on my squirming
body.
His
never failing habit of passing me on a walk by brushing under my down-stretched
fingers to let me know he was at my side.
The
time we went camping and he passed me on a thin ridge by brushing under my
down-stretched fingers to let me know he was at my side -- as his strapped-on
saddlebags with his food nearly knocked me of the cliff.
His
game of pretending to be asleep at home and then lurching forward with a
viscous growl in hot pursuit of a passing cat, only to corner his little friend
and caress him gently with his nose.
His
curious habit of drinking a lot of water before bed time, then happily running
toward the bed for a pat on the head, only to burp up the water onto the
sheets. This may not sound like a happy memory, but you just had to know the
"Glorfman" to appreciate it.
His
love of small dogs, and his love affair with the dachshund across the street.
His
faithful return to my calls and whistles. His loyalty to me and Poki, to the
cats, to Shama and then to Genia, who helped me realize how needy he had become
and helped me care for him.
In
the second half of his life, health issues continued to plague him. Surgery on both knees, onset of seizures,
arthritis in his spine. His spirit
never waned, even as our runs turned into walks. Even lying down and getting up
became a difficult chore. His medication time became a regular fixture of his,
my and Genia's lives, getting me out of bed in the mornings and making me come
home virtually every night for years.
He didn't like the pills, didn't like the squirts of fluid in his mouth,
but always willingly came to me and let me give them to him. He was the very definition of a "Good
Boy".
He
was there for me through my divorce, always present and a gift in my life --
Me, Poki and Chey (pronounced Shy). Even as walking became difficult, he could
always jump up and spin around when it was time for a walk, heralding the
upcoming adventure with his characteristic and slow "Wooo Wooo Wooo".
He was the dog I called Bubberific -- the Munker -- the Big Baloonias and many
other names. But he was just Cheyenne. In every asked for attention, he also
said to me "you are important" and "I need you".
I
wasn't there when he needed me most.
Genia
and I were at a press conference helping animals, and then exercising near the
beach. His intestines twisted and in a condition apparently not uncommon in
some older large dogs, his stomach bloated.
Over a span of what must have been unbearably painful hours he died
without me at his side -- a place I had always promised to be. I had heard of
this condition, and always knew it was the odd type of thing that would
probably kill him. I had just discussed it several weeks before with my friend
Paula who is a vet.
I
cannot have been with him every moment, and perhaps the surgical remedy for this
condition would simply have been another in a growing list of painful
conditions for a dog who was physically deteriorating. But I could have kept
him bathed and more desirable for longer petting from my hands. We wanted to
take him swimming. His favorite swimming hole had dried for the summer, and
there was no water hole we could either find, or he could hike to with his
weakening body. We were going to take him to a lake the next day and willingly
accept a fine for breaking the law to let him swim. Genia had just moved in,
which promised to mean a great deal more attention for Chey and my other
animals. Chey won't get that attention now -- attention he so deserved.
So
I say to him that I love him forever. I miss him in every room of the house and
in every mountain. I'm sorry I didn't give him more love, more attention. I'm
sorry I didn't take him swimming more often. I'm sorry I neglected him for the
fur campaign. I thank him for nine years of daily love and friendship. I miss
him. Poki misses him. Genia misses him. The world has dulled its colors in
tribute to a lost and lovely boy. And I say to God, give him peace and freedom.
Let him run free - Cheyenne does not wear a leash. Feed him Natures Recipe
Vegetarian dog food, and he won't be needing his pills. And please, give him a
bath and take him swimming. I couldn't. And forgive me if I don't save the
animals of the world for at least a few days.
This desk and computer at which I sit took my attention away from him
and I hate them.
And
for those who think that a dog is "just a dog", that the entire world
can't have changed because there is one less pair of eyes looking at you every
morning, it is your loss to never know the true and divine meaning of real
unconditional love, unconditional and complete trust, and never ending
friendship. No human can ever give it.
Source:
mnealon@postoffice.pacbell.net & Foodnsport@aol.com
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Youth Corps for Animals
I
am writing you today to ask for information on your youth volunteer and/or
internship program. We at Youth Corps
for Animals (YCA) are assembling a list of animal protection organizations that
would like to increase their work with young people wishing to volunteer for the
animals. (You may have received an
email like this some months ago. If so,
I apologize. This project was just
restarted after a break of a few months and I may be duplicating some of the
work that had already been done.)
The
YCA website will enable young people interested in helping animals to find a
variety of volunteer and internship opportunities with diverse animal
protection organizations. The
underlying concept of YCA is to connect young people to their specific areas of
interest in the animal protection movement, and to introduce them to the
organizations in their communities. The
website will allow young people easy access to information regarding local
animal protection organizations and/or organizations whose work is specific to
their areas of interest.
Please
let us know if your organization has a volunteer program and if you are
interested in having your organization listed on our website. If you are, please send us the following
information:
Name of Organization
Website
address
Contact email
Contact
name (if any)
Mission
Statement or Statement of Purpose
State
or country (if not USA)
Street
address and phone number
Please
also choose which of the following categories best describes your organization:
Wildlife:
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Wildlife
Advocacy
Habitat
Conservation
Vivisection
Companion
Animals:
Shelters
Spay/Neuter
Clinics
Advocacy
Rescue
Organizations
Farm
Animals & Vegetarianism
Sanctuaries
Advocacy
Vegetarian
restaurants, food coops, food companies
Fur
Law
Emergency
Action/Rescue
Animal
Rights
General
Animal Welfare
You
can view the Youth Corps for Animals website at www.youthforanimals.org.
Youth
Corps for Animals is a project of In Defense of Animals.
Source: Margo DeMello
-- margo@idausa.org
Administrative
Director
In Defense of
Animals
http://www.idausa.org
Tel +1 415 388
9641, ext. 29
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Stop Animal Pornography on the Web
How
many times have you been surfing the internet or doing a search on an engine
for pet/animal related material and have come across disgusting sites hosting
"Bestiality Hard Core Pornography" displaying illegal images or movie
clips with humans having sex with animals?
I
know I have all to much! The act of Bestiality alone is illegal in 24 States in
the USA and deemed "animal abuse" by the Humane Society of the United
States!
The
displaying of pornographic Bestiality images is illegal under Federal Obscenity
Laws just like "Child Pornography" in ALL of the USA, but seldom gets
enforced as it is given low priority with Federal Law Enforcement.
Did
you ever stop and think, people sexually abusing animals could eventually start
doing the same to our children? Wives?
Friends? and Mothers? Just as Serial
Killers who start by abusing animals, later start abusing and murdering humans!
We
need to put a stop to this now!!!
Before our own children, family and friends are next!!! We need to let
our Federal and Local Law Enforcement Agencies know to take this type of
pornography seriously, just like they do with child pornography!!! The one is just as illegal as the other!!!
We
can start by emailing our Legislators and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies and
ask them to start enforcing the already existing laws that make this type of
pornography illegal, and let them know we do not want our children to be the
next victims of these sexual animal abusers and their illegal online Hard Core
Pornography!!!
If
you find a USA based* site online displaying Bestiality Hard Core Pornography
PLEASE report it to the Regional FBI Office**, State Attorney General***, and
Local Law Enforcement**** where the site owner and hosting ISP are located.
*you
can visit http://www.samspade.org and
run the site URL through their tools to find the location of the site owner,
hosting ISP, and their uplinks.
**the
contact information for the FBI Regional Offices can be found at:
http://www.fbi.gov/contact/fo/fo.htm
***the
State Attorney General's information can be found on the States Official
Webpage.
****many
Local Law Enforcement Agencies can be found at:
http://officer.com/agencies.htm
To
learn more about this issue please visit
http://members.aol.com/~animalsav
Below
are some extracts from current Federal Laws and Cases that can be used to
prosecute the owners and ISP's of these US Based Illegal Pornography Sites!
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I
would like to take this opportunity to provide some information to you, and
those involved who may not have been aware of these facts regarding bestiality
images and the acts:
1)
Bestiality is *illegal* in 24 states, Canada, UK, Australia and many countries
besides, the well known "Humane Society of the US" has a fairly
extensive law citation page researched by their cruelty investigators located
at: http://www.hsus.org/current/state_laws.html
2)
"At least 24 states have laws prohibiting sex with animals (AR, CA, DE,
GA, ID, KS, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MT, NE, NY, NC, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, UT, VA,
and WI). Three of these states (DE, KS, and MT) include prohibitions against
forcing someone else to commit a sexual act with an animal." " In 5 states (DE, MI, NC, SC, and VA)
animal sexual abuse is a felony. Two states (MA and RI) may imprison offenders
for up to 20 years. Four states (OK, MT, MS, and MD) may imprison offenders for
up to 10 years. Montana may also fine an offender up to $50,000. In Louisiana,
up to five years of hard labor may be imposed on a convicted offender. "
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FEDERAL LAWS
US
*Federal laws* apply to bestiality related materials of *ANY kind* under the
obscenity code and the Roth test for community standards, the law clearly
states "interactive computers" are included as a transfer method this
law covers. This was upheld in the federal courts in:
UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA
Plaintiff-Appellee
v
ROBERT
ALAN THOMAS (94-6648)
and
CARLEEN THOMAS (94-6649),
Defendants-Appellants
"The
computer-generated images and videotapes involved here portrayed bestiality,
incest, rape, and sex scenes involving defecation, urination, and
sado-masochistic abuse."
(Full
Text of this case can be read at: http://www.jmls.edu/cyber/cases/thomas.html)
Below
you will find inclusion of both the Roth test as well as the federal codes
which apply, courtesy of several sources, but especially this site which
details federal laws:
http://www.geocities.com/CapitolHill/2269/USC.html
US
Code :1465 Chapter 71 Obscenity
US
Code : Title 18, Section 1465
US
Code as of: 01/26/98
Sec.
1465. Transportation of obscene matters for sale or distribution
Whoever
knowingly transports or travels in, or uses a facility or means of, interstate
or foreign commerce or an interactive computer service (as defined in section
230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934) in or affecting such commerce for
the purpose of sale or distribution of any obscene, lewd, lascivious, or filthy
book, pamphlet, picture, film, paper, letter, writing, print, silhouette,
drawing, figure, image, cast, phonograph recording, electrical transcription or
other article capable of producing sound or any other matter of indecent or
immoral character, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than
five years, or both.
The
transportation as aforesaid of two or more copies of any publication or two or
more of any article of the character described above, or a combined total of
five such publications and articles, shall create a presumption that such
publications or articles are intended for sale or distribution, but such
presumption shall be rebuttable.
US
Code : Title 18, Section 1462
US
Code as of: 01/26/98
Sec.
1462. Importation or transportation of obscene matters
Whoever
brings into the United States, or any place subject to the jurisdiction
thereof, or knowingly uses any express company or other common carrier or
interactive computer service (as defined in section 230(e)(2) of the
Communications Act of 1934), for carriage in interstate or foreign commerce -
(a)
any obscene, lewd, lascivious, or filthy book, pamphlet, picture,
motion-picture film, paper, letter, writing, print, or other matter of indecent
character; or
(b)
any obscene, lewd, lascivious, or filthy phonograph recording, electrical
transcription, or other article or thing capable of producing sound; or
(c)
any drug, medicine, article, or thing designed, adapted, or intended for
producing abortion, or for any indecent or immoral use; or any written or
printed card, letter, circular, book, pamphlet, advertisement, or notice of any
kind giving information, directly or indirectly, where, how, or of whom, or by
what means any of such mentioned articles, matters, or things may be obtained
or made; or
Whoever
knowingly takes or receives, from such express company or other common carrier or interactive computer
service (as defined in section 230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934) any
matter or thing the carriage or importation of which is herein made unlawful
Shall
be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years, or both, for
the first such offense and shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not
more than ten years, or both, for each such offense thereafter.
There
is no federal law which prohibits sex between humans and animals. There are a few federal laws, however, which
list bestiality, along with many other forms of sex, which are prohibited when
involving children
(18
USCS@ 2256, 3509 (1994)
The
Roth Test In 1957, the U.S. Supreme Court developed the Roth Test to define
obscenity. The Roth Test requires that the court ask whether to the average
person, applying contemporary community standards, the dominant theme of the
material taken as a whole appeals to prurient interest (Roth v. United States,
354 US 476,
Since
the Roth decision, the Supreme Court has added that such material must be
utterly without redeeming social values.
United
States Code Chapter 71; Obscenity Section Content:
1460 Possession with intent to sell,
and sale, of obscene matter on Federal
property
1461 Mailing obscene or crime-inciting
matter
1462 Importation or transportation
of obscene matters
1463 Mailing indecent matter on
wrappers or envelopes
1464 Broadcasting obscene language
1465 Transportation of obscene
matters for sale or distribution
1466 Engaging in the business of
selling or transferring obscene matter
1467 Criminal forfeiture
1468 Distributing obscene material
by cable or subscription television
1469 Presumptions
In
Armijo v. U.S., 384 F2d 694, The court ruled that portions of letters
describing in detail degenerate bestiality were not merely obscene but
represented hard-core pornography.
The
federal code most damaging to hard core pornography (bestiality) is 18 USCS @
1461, which prohibits obscene books as mailable. In the case U.S. v. Miller 455
F.2d 899, this statute was applied by court to find that books describing
bestiality between women and a dog were unmailable.
Now
remember the Roth Test...So now you know Bestiality Pornography can't be
mailed, imported, transported, broadcasted, transported, sold, transferred, or
distributed via cable or subscription television.
Criminal
forfeiture: Code 1467 says that the courts can take any property that involved
the obscenity law being broken. This could be your VCR, your car, your
computer, etcetera. You forfeited them when you used them to break the law.
Presumptions:
Code 1469 means that if there is any evidence that the material was made
somewhere else, be it direct evidence or even circumstantial evidence, then the
courts will immediately assume it was transported and therefore violated Code
1462 as well.
Source:
JudithMyers@webtv.net
http://members.tripod.com/~judymyers/index.html
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Benefits of Landscaping For Birds
At
least ten benefits can be derived from landscaping to attract birds to your
yard:
*
Increased Wildlife Populations
You
can probably double the number of bird species using your property with a good
landscaping plan.
*
Energy Conservation
By
carefully arranging your conifer and hardwood trees, you can lower winter
heating and summer cooling bills for your house.
*
Soil Conservation
Certain
landscape plants can prevent soil erosion.
*
Natural Beauty
A
good landscaping plan will contribute to a beautiful, natural setting around
your home that is pleasing to people as well as birds.
*
Wildlife Photography
Wildlife
photography is a wonderful hobby for people of all ages.
*
Birdwatching
A
fun hobby is to keep a list of all the birds seen in your yard or from your
yard. Some people have counted over 190 species of birds in their yard!
*
Natural Insect Control
Birds
such as tree swallows, house wrens, brown thrashers, and orioles eat a variety
of insects.
*
Food Production
Some
plants that attract wildlife are also appealing to people. Cherries,
chokecherries, strawberries, and crabapples can be shared by people and
wildlife.
*
Property Value
A
good landscaping plan can greatly increase the value of your property by adding
natural beauty and an abundance of wildlife.
*
Habitat for Kids
Some
of the best wildlife habitats are the best "habitats" for young
people to discover the wonders of nature. A backyard habitat can stimulate
young people to develop a lifelong interest in wildlife and conservation.
BASICS
OF LANDSCAPING FOR BIRDS
Landscaping
for birds involves nine basic principles:
*
Food
Every
bird species has its own unique food requirements, and these may change as the
bird matures and as the seasons change. Learn the food habits of the birds you
wish to attract. Then plant the appropriate trees, shrubs, or flowers that will
provide the fruits, berries, grains, seeds, acorns, nuts, or nectar.
*
Water
You
can probably double the number of bird species in your yard by providing a
source of water. A frog pond, water garden, or bird bath will get lots of bird
use, especially if the water is dripping, splashing, or moving.
*
Shelter
Birds
need places where they can hide from predators and escape from severe weather.
Trees (including hollow ones), shrubs, tall grass, and bird houses provide
excellent shelter.
*
Diversity
The
best landscaping plan is one that includes a wide variety of plants. This helps
attract a greater number of bird species.
*
Four Seasons
It
is necessary to provide birds with food and shelter during all four seasons of
the year. Plant trees, shrubs, and flowers that will provide year-round food
and shelter.
*
Arrangement
Habitat
components need to be properly arranged. Consider the effects of prevailing
winds (and snow drifting) so your yard will be protected from harsh winter
weather.
*
Protection
Birds
should be protected from unnecessary mortality. When choosing the placement of
bird feeders and nest boxes, consider their accessibility to predators.
Picture
windows can be death traps for birds. A network of parallel, vertical strings
spaced 4 inches apart can be placed on the outside of windows to prevent this problem.
You
also should be cautious about the kinds of herbicides and pesticides used in
your yard. They should be applied only when necessary and strictly according to
label instructions.
*
Hardiness Zones
When
considering plants not native to your area, consult a plant hardiness zone map
(they are in most garden catalogues). Make sure the plants you want are rated
for the winter hardiness zone classification of your area.
*
Soils and Topography
Consult
with your local garden center, university, or county extension office to have a
soil test done for your yard. Plant species are often adapted to certain types
of soils. By knowing what type of soil you have, you can identify the types of
plants that should grow best in your yard.
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Resources For Dealing With Animal Abusers
Psychologists
for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PSYETA) recognize that animal abusers
deserve not only jail time, but need psychological counseling. Many states now realize this. The cruelty statutes of California,
Colorado, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Oregon, Vermont, Virginia, and
Washington authorize psychological counseling, making it more likely that
judges will recommend treatment.
PSYETA
has developed the AniCare Model Treatment Program for Animal Abusers. A cognitive behavioral model, AniCare
"challenges maladaptive attitudes and beliefs about animals, explores
family history, and educates clients about how social factors such as
pseudo-masculinity and anthropocentrism, may encourage the abuse of
animals." A mental health
professional can use the AniCare treatment model to help the abuser recognize
and break the cycle of violence in which animal abuse leads to violence
directed against humans.
If
you would like to make law enforcement officials and social service providers
in your area aware of the AniCare Model, you can reach PSYETA in Maryland at
(301) 963-4751; or by e-mail at:
kshapiro@igc.org
or
by regular mail at :
PSYETA,
PO Box 1297; Washington Grove, Maryland 20880-1297
Source: "Diana Artemis"
<artemisd123@hotmail.com>
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Simple Steps to End Animal Suffering
There
is so much animal abuse that occurs every second. What can I possibly do that
will have any effect?
DON’T
CONTRIBUTE TO ANIMAL SUFFERING. Before we can ask others to stop harming
animals, we must eliminate all forms of animal cruelty in our lives:
•Go
vegan.
•Boycott
companies that conduct animal tests.
•Refuse
to wear animals (fur, leather, wool, etc.).
•Boycott
events that profit off of animal "entertainment" (circuses, rodeos,
zoos, aquariums, etc.).
EDUCATE
YOURSELF ABOUT ANIMAL EXPLOITATION. Pick up some of the following books and
share them with friends:
•Animal
Liberation by Peter Singer
•The
Case for Animal Rights by Tom Regan
•Diet
for a New America by John Robbins
GET
INVOLVED IN THE ANIMAL RIGHTS MOVEMENT.
•Volunteer
at local pro-animal organizations.
•Attend
animal rights demonstrations in your area.
•If
there are no groups in your area, start organizing!
EDUCATE
OTHERS ABOUT THE PLIGHT OF ANIMALS on factory farms, in labs, or other areas
where they are exploited.
Good
Intentions Aren’t Good Enough…GET ACTIVE!
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Feral Cat Video Available
The
Winter, 1999 issue of DDAL's "Animal Guardian" magazine reports that:
Alley
Cat Allies has just released a comprehensive training video for non-lethal
feral cat population control.
The
video, "Trap, Neuter, and Return: A Humane Approach to Feral Cat
Control," is only $16 and is the first of its kind to give complete and
easy-to-follow instructions, advice, and encouragement to anyone (including
veterinary personnel) who wishes to help feral cats in their community. There are an estimated 60 to 100 million
feral cats in the U.S. alone.
Contact
Alley Cat Allies at 1801 Belmont Rd., NW; Suite 201; Washington DC 20009
(202)-667-3630, ext. 101, or write them at:
alleycat@alleycat.org for a copy
of the video. (DDAL members will get a
$5 discount.)
Source: "Diana Artemis"
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A Small Moment in Time
by
parogers@mindspring.com (Patricia Rogers)
Sitting on the
steps
staring at the
sidewalk,
lost in
thoughts I no longer remember.
Movement broke
the clear
nothingness of
the moment.
My eyes
focused now --
studying the
walk
searching
until they found
the source of
the disturbance.
An insect,
small and nondescript.
On his back,
legs grasping at the sky,
trying to gain
a foothold in the air.
Ignorant,
I leaned
forward and turned him over
thinking to
give him the footing he was so desperately seeking.
He fell over
on his back,
legs again
grasping at the sky.
Now quickly,
now slowly, now not at all.
And as I
watched,
powerless to
help or heal,
I began to
understand
the fear of
the unknown
and will to
live
that is in us
all.
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