I realize this poem will open a can of worms. (Or should I say dog food?) I've had two dearly loved Dogs, And while I had them (Or they had me), I couldn't imagine life Without them Because you love your pet You overlook the Accidents in the House, The scratched walls, The ripped up carpets, The vet bills, The injuries that require them To wear the dreaded collar, The anxiety of what to do with Them when you go away, Choosing cabins that will allow Dogs, and having them mark The carpet as soon as they Get inside. Because you love them you Feel the hassles are worth it. It's strange. Once you've held the Sweet heads while the Vet ends their lives, And you and your hubby sing "This is the day." Because it's what you always did, And it's what Buddy always Heard, And you go home with a Terribly heavy heart, And a much lighter wallet, And you eventually adjust To their absence, You no longer feel That the good outweighs the Bad. You enjoy staying inside when the Snow is falling thick, And not needing to be back By 4:00 to let him out, And going on a trip without Asking, "What will we do with Buddy?" And you say, "Never again." At least when you are Me, (And your daughter Wants to get another Dog.) |
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Dorothy Kalb Hsu Seitzinger
Writing poetry has helped me process and express my sorrows and joys, my concerns and blessings. "Life is hard, but God is good!" Archives
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