Warrior Eagle McZen - More than just a friend

Omar:

Can't say much about my good friend McZen, because I'll be tellin' more than Ma wants me to. He's been in my life for as long as I can remember and is always around if he thinks I'm in danger.

Here's an example. Me and my pack were being attacked by some killer flying creatures we'd never seen before. They're called Ottflys. We were handling them, then...

Warrior Eagle McZen arrived. The high-speed enforcer clamped down on his prey, severing bodies with his sharp, powerful beak, making small work of the powerful flying creatures, too high for us to reach.

The Ottflys released high-pitched squeals, as they redirected their attack towards McZen.

My pack looked to the sky, foreseeing the eagle's demise, but unable to prevent it. Only me and Major Diggs envisioned the true outcome.

McZen flew upward. The Ottflys followed, not able to keep up. He changed course, spread his enormous wings, and came down like a tornado. The warrior eagle whirled through those creatures, with feathered extensions as deadly as razor sharp blades.

My pack roared.

I gazed around. The flying things were done for. I howled, "Stop! Let them gather their wounded and live to tell of this day!"

The fighting ceased.

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Now that you know what McZen is capable of, find out why he travelled with the pack in "Led By An Eagle." What dangers did he foresee?

Apparitions - What do you seek?

Apparitions flying high,

why do you hover there?

To learn the secrets of the pack,

your silence makes this clear.

Eyes that light the darkened sky,

K-9 Town in sight.

Perhaps you're seeking mischief,

on such a peaceful night.

Puppy Asha – The Runaway

 

Puppy Asha, ran away

at least, she thought she had.

Then looked around, first time alone

sorry she’d been bad.

 

I want my Ma and Pa, she wailed

where’s leader Omar Blue.

I’ll never run away again

what am I gonna do.

 

Hearts softened at the baby’s cry

always in their view.

She had to learn the hard way

the consequences too.

 

They woofed a sound, Asha turned around

then scurried to their side.

A lesson taught, the first of many

rules she must abide.

 

The wilderness holds its glory

but dangers still prevail.

Pack puppies must learn early

no room for them to fail.

 

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A tale for Babee: Omar and A Dog Called Horse

 

Ma: Babee Blue loves hearing about his big brother and his friends at K-9 Town. I haven't thought about this in a while, but I remember like it was yesterday.

Omar was pouting because I wouldn't let him out until he put his bones away. Caught him sneaking out the back door, dressed in his cap and bling, heading down the block to see some of his buddies.

Oh no you don't! Bones away first, I screeched.

Turning to me with that "caught again" look, he scampered towards his room. 

I was chuckling, when it came. A sound that always sent mixed feelings... A low bark.

Omar dashed from his room. "I'll be right back," he woofed, as he flew by me.

I ran to the window.

 

It was Freedom Dog, and he was pacing. Freedom never came unless there was a problem. 

 

 

Omar came back in, moving fast. I gotta go, Ma, he yelped. They got A Dog Called Horse.

 

"What happened," I remember wailing.

 

A Dog Called Horse is one of the nicest, huge, dogs in the pack. We call him "Horse" for short.



Omar told me Horse had found a place where puppies were being mistreated. But while Freedom was rounding up some of the pack, he ran off alone.

 

Horse got caught rescuing the puppies and was taken away.  

 

I watched as my mild-mannered companion, transformed into a strong-willed leader, and dangerous snarling adversary, commanded Freedom, "Take some of the pack. Get the puppies!"

 

I'll never forget the look on his face as he rushed away. I barely heard him woof, "I'll be back as soon as we get Horse, Ma."

 

Oh my gosh! I had to go. Maybe I could help. I ran in his direction, summoning everything within me into that threatening adventure... It worked.

 

Suddenly, I was in an unfamiliar place, on a street I'd never seen before, not knowing how much time had elapsed. 

 

There were people standing around, on a strange avenue, all looking in one direction. Then, from around a corner they came, running fast, with A Dog Called Horse in the lead. 

They got him -- just like Omar said they would -- but they were being chased!

 

 

I didn't like the fact that Omar was in the very back, knowing what a fast runner he is. He later told me, "That's where a good leader is supposed to be."

 

Anyway, even though the rider after them was fast, Omar and the pack outdistanced him. I'd never seen anything like it. Their feet were barely touching the ground as they ran by.

 

There was something strange about that place. I felt like I'd gone back in time.

 

After Omar and the others had passed, I waited until I saw the chaser pass back without them and summoned my way back home. It was like regaining consciousness. 

 

Omar came home a little later. His friends dropped him off with his assurance that he would be following shortly.

 

 

When he came in, I asked about Horse and the puppies.

Omar grunted. "Horse is fine. He promised never to do anything like that again. His heart is in the right place, but he's a little hard-headed sometimes, that's all."

 

He told me the puppies were safe and after some loving from the females, they would be joining the K-9 Town puppies. Freedom and the others would leave no stone unturned until they found those puppies. There was never any doubt.

 

As Omar left to catch up to his pack, glancing over his shoulder, he ruffed, "I saw you Ma." 

I smiled, as he trotted away from me, then watched as he caught up with the others, on that mysterious path that leads to K-9 Town. I heard them yapping joyously... but then they were gone.

  

 

K-9 Town - The Wild Dogs At It Again

Me and Professor Brady had a talk with the wild dogs. As usual, they were seeking attention, but this time they needed a good scolding. 

They were hangin' around the puppies, teaching them bad habits. 

After cooling off, Brady corralled them away from the puppies, and called me over.

They put on their most innocent faces, but we didn't fall for it. We expressed our displeasure. I gotta admit, the two of us can be pretty intimidating. We didn't over-do-it though. 

Bottom line... They promised to start setting better examples, and they wouldn't let the puppies goad them into teaching 'em bad stuff anymore.

We believed them, but Brady feigned a snarl, for their benefit, as they trotted away, peering back. "That's takes care of that," he uttered, pleasantly amused at the outcome. "But they'll be up to something else, in no time."

"Sure enough," I agreed, returning his grin. "Can't tame wild dogs... Wouldn't want to."

Head nodding, Brady's focused unblinking eyes met mine. "You're right, Omar. We don't want them changing... That ain't our way. 

We moseyed along planning our strategy to confront the puppies who were undoubtedly plotting their defense. The hardest part when disciplining the tiny mischief makers, is keeping a straight snout while they babble. 

Off we went... Wouldn't have it any other way.

K-9 Town. 

Things happen

A puppy’s gone missing, where could it be

not a canine had seen it, no clue.

A meeting was held, a decision was made

they had to go tell Omar Blue.

 

A thoughtful leader, and very smart

he’d know where the puppy could be.

But no matter where, he ventured to look

the puppy, he still did not see.

 

Then a thought came to Omar, the one missing piece

he hadn’t talked with its kin.

He went to the mommy, who suddenly recalled

her litter was nine, and not ten!

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The Pack

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It's here! "Led By An Eagle"

Finally! Ma's had us waitin' long enough. 

That's my good friend, the warrior eagle McZen with me on the cover. You've heard me talk about him, but not like this.

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First edition review, by Susan Keefe

Editor, Columbia Review of Books and Films

 A brilliant sequel for all dog lovers

Having set up home in K-9 Town, Omar decides to take his pack to visit his clan. Despite reports of Booby's Mountain Lion pack being about, everyone is excited especially the puppies, and led by an eagle they set off.

The journey is filled with excitement and danger but even with the aid of the Seers can they stay safe with Booby and his Mountain Lion gang tailing them? Find out in this exciting rhyming story told by a very gifted new writer.

 

Meatloaf recollection

 

Sunday. Bet Ma's at the house cooking meatloaf. I love meatloaf.

I got in a little trouble one time when she made it. Yummm. It was so good. I was just finishing it up when "you know who" came back in, eyes blazing. She heard me smacking and lip licking.  

Look what she did to me....

Lockdown,
it wasn't my fault,
 she left the meatloaf on the table.

I didn't tell,

 that phone to ring,
but thanks a lot aunt Mable

 

Ma sent me to my room, forever -- had to be at least ten minutes, if I could tell time -- to think over my "misbehavin'," all the while listening to her holler about how I ate the whole thing and was gonna be sorry. 

 

Later on, I understood.

That meatloaf ran right through me, if you know what I mean. 😓

I learned my lesson good.

Next time I was gonna save some for Ma.

 

Oh no! Why is King Cat Sateer movin' on?

My good friend Sateer had to leave for a while. We had a long talk before he left. I understand why he had to get his cats away, but we're gonna miss them.

I'm not worried about their safety, because there's a lot more to them, than we've let on. You'll see.

I'll let Ma tell the rest...

Okay Omar, I'm ready. Here's what's happening...

“King Cat Sateer desperately wants to find a new home for his followers, after their homes were destroyed by an avalanche. Sateer was mysteriously beckoned to an unknown land, by a strange group of animals, offering a utopian existence. But... there is a price to pay."

Of Metal and Magic Publications (OMAM) is where you’ll find this unexpected, thrilling furry adventure."

A Place to Call Home – Of Metal and Magic Publishing (wordpress.com)

 

Puppy love. Ain't nothing like it

 

Getting the pups to sit still like this wasn't easy. We had to make a lot of promises. 

What's Ma up to now

 

Babee Blue is spending some time at K-9 Town. Ma is busy, and he gets plenty attention here. His friends are waiting for him, but I'm not rushing. I like having him close.

She's republishing our book, Led By An Eagle, in hard cover. About when the mountain lions followed me and my pack into the mountains, to meet my clan.

I remembered it like it was yesterday for her. 

I didn't leave anything out this time, and neither is Ma. She's tellin' it in rhymes, and with a good beat to it. 

I'll keep you posted.

Omar

Christmas at K-9 Town - 2021

Omar and Santa

It happened, just like I said it would, 

'cause it's how, we always do it.

Santa and me, were ready to go,

no need waiting, we got right to it. 

Santa disregarded, his naughty list,

about that, we're never surprised.

'Cause our puppies don't fit, on the other list,

which he long ago, surmised.

They were nestled asleep, heavy eyelids, 

when Santa and I, tipped in.

a present for each, to console them,

after missing dear Santa again.

The party got started, before Santa parted,

he stayed, until first light.

We sang and danced, we howled and pranced,

through a K-9 Town, Christmas Eve, night.

Happy Holidays from Omar Blue and his Pack at K-9 Town

Merry Christmas from Omar Blue and his K-9 Town Pack

My baby brother, Babee Blue, is running around wishing all our family and friends Happy Holidays. 

Ma's letting him spend Christmas with me and his friends, here at K-9 Town. I was thinking about making him Santa Dog and letting the puppies get a glance at him on Christmas Eve. I spoke to Santa Claus, and he wasn't going for that. He loves making K-9 Town his last stop and joining us for the big late-night party. He'll be "dropping it like it's hot" again this year as Lufa, our melodious bloodhound, howls the night away.

I'll be helping Santa, then riding with him back here at the end of his deliveries, as usual. That's always exciting! We're good friends.

Omar

Final Justice

Whether or not you’ve been keepin’ up, you know the timber wolves came here huntin’ trouble. We finally got all that straight. It wasn’t easy, but it worked out just fine. There was plenty action and excitement that day. We’re still talkin’ about it.

Episode Sixteen – The Battle - Altered Reality Magazine

Final Justice - Altered Reality Magazine