Tears on the floor
the morning sun rises
without you…
in every breath, I feel you
why does love hurt so bad?
Dawn,
when the curtain of the sky lifts,
pink bowing into blue
the time for day to debut
that was when little Bodhi
would follow me
into the living room
to sit on my lap
while I meditated
that is the hour
I will miss him most
Bless angels like Daniela
Yes, it hurts when your beloved pet dies
tears flow like a river that will not stop–
Yet, Daniela is there to steady your heart
to help you know
you have done what love requires
It is so comforting to know
that in this crazy world,
there are hands like Daniela
gentle, sure and full of grace
guiding a soul towards freedom
ending suffering and pain
closing a chapter
with dignity and tenderness
Bless Daniela,
as she carries Bodhi away
on a bed fit for a king
at peace already touching heaven
Goodbye little guy
we will miss you so much
Genie Nakano , April 10, 2026
Bodhi, 21 years old when he passed on…..
Genie Nakano 
Thank you Emori. I appreciated the tanka you wrote in class. Keep up the work. Treasure your tanka.
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Oh my god. What a tragic story. I’m so sorry this had to happen to you. I can’t imagine. I miss seeing you and your outrageous haiku. Lol
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Hi Janet. We miss you!! Hideki plans to come up in June. I might come later so he can hang out and play pool with the guys for a while. You are the sweetest.!!
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Thank you Dawna. I know how you felt about Mugsbie (spelling). Indeed I know you understand.
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Hi Genie,
So sorry that you and Hideki lost your Bodhi. I know he meant so much to you two and was a big part of your lives. Hugs to you guys.
Dawna
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Genie, Very moving. Nice words. Thank you for sharing. Tim
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts in poem form. I’m reading my own feelings into your words.
I so appreciate your writing very much.
My best to you and Dickie. Miss you both.
Janet Baba
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Dear Genie, So sorry for your loss! And yet, 21 is a good lifespan for a dog. But it always hurts.
I am taking care of a friend’s dog for a couple of months while they are moving out of state.
Sadly, someone threw rat poison over the fence and poisoned her, thinking she was barking too much. It was one of several other dogs nearby as I kept her in the house at night. I took her to the vet and then to the veterinary hospital, but she died anyway. Cost me $3000, but she died anyway.
I haven’t had a dog since then, so it’s fun taking care of a friend’s dog.
My prayers for peace in your heart.
Very respectfully,
Charles Harmon
autumn leaves
tossing old cards
from the Rolodex
~ch autumn moon 09062024
abandoned vineyard
the sweetness
of neglected grapes
~ch Heron’s Nest 03142024
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such a sweet dog. He looks so lovable as well as deeply loved.
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