Dana is a talented woman who is working on getting a book of original horse poems published.  In an effort to help our rescue raise funds, Dana has provided us with signed copies of this poem.  You will receive a signed copy of the poem in a clear frame, suitable for display on a tabletop or wall for a $10 donation. Help us help the horses....order your copy today.  (A great gift idea for horse lovers for Christmas)

To order, send a check or money order made out to:
Rainbow Acres Horse Rescue
538 N. Bedford St.
Carlisle, PA  17013

"RESCUE ME"

The sparkle of life has long since left my tired eyes,
Years of neglect have brought me here,
A steel hand is all that I have felt,
The bang of an auction gavel sealed my fate,

The huge steel truck stands before me......
But a golden ray of sunshine comes upon me,
A soft voice whispers in my drooping ears,
A gentle hand touches my tired withers,
Although I flinch, I do not feel the sting of a whip.
Calming words and a soothing voice ease my fears,
A halter and lead rope are gently placed on me.
Another trailer stands before me now,

I am urged to go inside.
I struggle with fear and pull back hard on the rope .
Awaiting harsh words and whip lashes, I pull harder.
But no harsh words hurt my ears......No sting from the whip piercing my skin.
I only hear more gentle soothing words.
With fear and trepidation, I step into the trailer.
My entire body quivers in fear......

A huge mound of fresh green hay awaits me.
At my destination I am gently led into an enormous stall with deep, soft bedding,
A trough of clear, cool water to drink from,
A feed tub with fresh grain awaits me.
I peek out my stall door to a pasture of lush green grass
I wonder quietly out loud, “is this the Rainbow Bridge?”
The horse in the stall next to me knickers, “No, it is an Equine Rescue”

Written & Copyrighted by: MsnJJ4LSR@aol.com (Dana Hendricks)

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