Little Red Panda

Sitting high up in a tree

Like a silent ninja looking at me

You are a majestic who dwells in mystery

A creature known in ancient history

So sad little one you are endangered

To the world you are becoming a stranger

Don’t worry though we will protect you

Even though you are but a few

So sit my pretty munching on wild bamboo

And don’t give a thought to who chases you

Far in China away from me

I understand the bears roam free

Little Red Panda your friends are few

The sanctuaries wish these numbers grew

Slow at breeding, babies just aren’t made

It seems your population will soon fade

So let’s protect our little friends

So cute, so small, on people he depends

They seem to be so tough and strong

But it seems their life doesn’t last too long

Help save these beautiful little creatures

With their big brown eyes and beautiful features

Author: Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 8 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $75.00

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Nature's Wonder

A beauty of nature in every way

Near serene blue water and ponds

A vision that swims most everyday

With a quack sound he responds.

He primps and cleans

Parting each feather in between

A miracle of nature you will agree

His colors are amazing a sight to see

He is a blaze of orange, green and red

With bold stripes of black and white

Scattered about his small soft head

They are a natural to this land

Somewhere in China and around Japan

Europe was introduced in years gone by

So they are now abundantly free to fly

Their nest is high in the trees

When they hatch they all fall free

A rainbow of colors much more than three

His wings like sails, held high above

A sight to see I will never tire of

I stood in awe and was amazed

Such a graceful duck in many ways

The Mandarin Duck is surely a prize

God truly is an artist but that’s no surprise

Author: Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 8 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $100.00

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Puppy Dreams (pet portrait-cocker spaniel)

As I lay on my pillow

I dream and wonder what will be

I know there’s something wonderful

That life has in store for me

There are so many needy people

And I have so much love to give

I would change their life completely

And show them how to live

I would be their protector

Keep children from any harm

I know they would learn to love me

I would be their good luck charm

One day a family will see me

In my kennel safe and warm

I’ll flash my big brown eyes

Jump around and even perform

I think I see someone coming

With a warm a friendly hand

I’ll give her lots of kisses

Then she will understand

I waited for this day so long

With many dreams I planned

Now to have a family to love

Life will be just perfect and grand

Author: Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 12 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $175.00

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The Farmer Boy

I live on a farm

In a yellow house with a barn

Each morning I wake with the bright of day

I rush to dress

So I could quickly go out to play

I chase the chickens around the house

And sometimes I even see a field mouse

I’m just too small to do the big guy stuff

So I would help my dad if it wasn’t too tough

The best part of the day for me

Is petting my horse I call Sunny

A carrot or two was his treat from me

He is so beautiful when wild and free

Someday when I’m bigger I’ll jump on and ride

Me and dad together riding side by side

But for now a worn tire hung on a tree

Is all the riding I do while Sammy watches me

Living near the open field and the midnight air

Makes me happy, satisfied, without a care

Dad and I go fishing everyday at the lake

He teaches me fishin so I don’t make a mistake

Lifes good for me and I’m happy to be

A farmers boy who can just run free

Author: Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $175.00

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Sitten Pretty

He sits curled up in a tiny ball

So cute so soft and so very small

He sometimes jumps in my dress up shoe

This is my cat that I call Boo

He is so playful and oh so quick

He shimmies and staggers

Then jumps with a kick

Hours on end he runs around

Hiding here and there

Waiting to be found

So much fun to watch all day

He surly loves to run and play

But when he tires he is oh so cute

You can sometimes find him

Warm and cozy in Dad’s old boot

Author: Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 12 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $175.00

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Anamosa (white fawn)

Listen carefully to the Spirit’s word

Only with your heart it will be heard

A voice speaking to you in the distance

To help you journey with her assistance

She speaks loud and bold

And has wisdom from her ancestors of old

Feel with your heart and you will behold

A beautiful path that is painted gold

Now is the time for you to listen

And signs of the future will unfold

Anyone of evil hearts

Will soon this earth depart

Life is but a fleeting glance

So embrace the new in joyful dance

Your spirit guide speaks of new places

She walks with us reaching out her hand

Your time on earth has many faces

But earth blesses all to just let be

We walk like the wind we are so free

Listen to your guides and live your life

For your guide is always with you

To help you through wrong or right

Author Pauline Libutti

Pauline Libutti

Artist & Writer

http://www.RiverRockCritters.com/

Roxie (Dachshund)

Hello, my name is Roxie and I really love to play

Rain or sunshine I will brighten up your day

I’m rolled up in a sausage shape just right for a hug

And love to scratch my back on my favorite shag rug

My little legs are quite short but still I get around

I’m really quite a happy soul with energy abound

Two and Fro and back and forth

I can chase you all around

I tumble and roll in playful joy

With a bark of happy sound

I will always be your devoted friend

And you can always depend on me

Cause dogs are just down right loveable you see

So lets sit down and rest awhile

I’ll crawl up in your lap

And I will be oh so good while I take a nap

Author Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $200.00

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Friend or Foe

A fish of gold it may be,

But it does not seem like a fortune to me.

He swims all around his bowl all day

A cute little critter that loves to play

Here comes kitty straight away

Looking curiously as if to say

Why do you swim back and forth all day?

I love to swim round and round

And every few moments a new friend is found

They give me food from the top of the bowl

I swim, swim around and swallow it whole

I have a pretty good life and so I’ve been told

Would you be my friend may I be so bold

Since I love the water and you really don’t

I think both of us could be friends and I promise I won’t

Splash you with water to scare you away

As long as you promise I will not be your buffet

Author Pauline Libutti

Size: 5 x 7 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $50.00

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I'm A Big Girl Now

I’m a Big Girl now and ready to ride

A cowgirl of sorts high energy inside

My horse is white and loves me so

He will take me on trails high and low

I know I can ride Mom taught me well

I feel the excitement in me swell

I’m a big girl now I shout an yell

I tried so hard to mount my horse

But I think he grew to my remorse

Maybe tomorrow I’ll be bigger then

With determination I’ll try again

Tomorrow will come to my pleasant surprise

I know for a fact I’ll ride waving goodbyes

Author Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $175.00

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Spirit Dove

The gentle drafts do lift me high,

And I fly height yet again,

Into the stars to heavens gate,

With Timbre Winds I gently glide

On thermal drafts this flight I take,

Will lead me to your side,

I perch on top of heavens gate,

As timbre Winds blow by,

So patiently I do wait,

I let out a mournful cry,

He hears my call and turns around,

A hand to me he lends,

I then take flight without a sound,

On Silent Wing with Timbre Winds

author unknown

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $175.00

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Lil' Cricket

I wish I were a star

Shining so bright

Hiding in the blue clouds

I would play all night

I wish I were a flower Happy and gay

When the wind would blow

I would gently sway

I wish I were a fish

Living in the deep

In the fresh water

I would jump and leap

But still I am happy

There is a reason to be

I am the only one around

And no one can be me

A. Agarwal

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $175.00

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Little Girl Dreams

Between the planes of consciousness

There lies a place so sweet

Where chocolate bars grow thick on trees

And children never weep

Where dreams come true most every day

And skies are always blue

Donald Duck, he lives next door

With his friend, Winnie The Pooh

No need for rules or traffic cops

No jails, no doctors shots

No illness ever crossed this land

No child has ‘ere got spots

Moms and Dads are always near

And gentle is their touch

They always wear their happy face

And boy! this means so much

The weather never turns too cold,

Nor does the sun burn hot

Instead each day is perfect here

A perfect picnic spot


by Sandi L Schraut

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $75.00

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Little Indian Wish

I wish I were a star

Shining so bright

Hiding in the blue clouds

I would play all night

I wish I were a flower

Happy and gay

When the wind would blow

I would gently sway

I wish I were a fish

Living in the deep

In the fresh water

I would jump and leap

But still I am happy

There is a reason to be

I am the only one around

And no one can be me

A. Agarwal

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $300.00

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The Wizard and the Fairies

The wizard looks like a kind old man

But as we watched and stared

We soon realized his wand was not to be shared

He waved it two and fro and right before our eyes

A Magic cloud of smoke appeared he wore as a disguise

Soon things were disappearing he seemed to be so wise

I felt my body twitter as we flew around the skies

He laughed and smiled with one eyebrow raised

We played and flew around him not even fazed

As long as we kept him smiling we were truly unafraid

But we watched his wand oh so carefully

So we would not be touched and grazed

For all it would take is one big “Poof”

And fairy dust could easily be made

Author Pauline Libutti

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $300.00

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A Haunted Love

Faceless ghosts that dance within

Outsider’s eyes that seek out the sin

A poison I can’t help but see

It’s in this corner they yearn to be

Honest answers in my design

But I am speaking to your lies

I pray for something to help me feel

This broken place: the last thing that’s real

So much sorrow and distaste

To look ahead at yesterday

A spiral promise that drags me on

Another pain freezes the sun

Hidden darkness shines within

The light I need becomes nothing

Where everything I loved at last

Becomes forgotten; turned to ash

A vagrant hope leaks from my heart

Placed over demons in the dark

Another ghost that seeks to end

The place within that I must defend

Written by loved wolf

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $300.00

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Mom & Me

Mom and Me we are such a pair

She cuddles me and cleans me everywhere

She’s strong and proud and keeps me safe

I follow her around from place to place

Sometimes I’m naughty and tug and bite

She grabs me by my neck in flight

I know she loves me oh so much

I can feel it in her gentle touch

I feel safe and totally secure

Cause she’s my mom and that’s for sure

Sometimes I feel so immature

But Mom is always there to reassure

That I will make it through life’s tour

Author: Pauline Libutti

Size: 5 x 7 wood plaque.
This item sells for $45.00

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Christmas Elf

I know an elf that spreads goodwillDown every road she roamsShe has many tasks to fulfillBefore Santa greets homesWith toys to build and dolls to dressYou’d think this elf would mournBut, aiding in Santa’s successIs why this elf was born.

You see, she’s not a normal elfThe kind with funny shoesShe took the time to prove herselfShe, slowly, paid her duesNow, she is found among the ranksOf Santa’s very bestAn elf that owes a debt of thanksTo those who helped her quest.

She never thought she’d be around The rare and chosen fewWho make the bells and whistles soundFor a child’s dream come trueBut, she works hard, both day and nightIn shifts throughout the yearHer purpose is to spread delightThrough love and Christmas cheer.

I know a very humble elfWhose heart is made of goldShe never thinks of just herselfAnd gives to young and oldShe does not ever strive to beAn elf of high accordFilling a child’s heart with gleeIs her greatest reward.

author Jill Eisnaugle’s

Size: 8 x 10 canvas (not framed)
This item sells for $300.00

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