A Sad Man and His Dog

I see him every day with his companion by his side
Even if he’d rather stay in the house to hide
With his head pointing down toward the ground
And a saddened frown 
Holding the attached leash his connection to his friend
And the endless hours together that they spend 
Your dog always listens no matter what  is said
He’ll sleep beside you affectionately inside your bed
Dogs don’t care if you forgot your deodorant and might smell
Or the changeable moods you may expel
He’ll gladly stand by your side so proud 
And yiper ever so long so loud
Dogs never make you feel bad for a mistake 
They’ll kiss you every morning till you wake 
So who can blame him if he doesn’t care to smile
Because when he’s walking his dog inside his heart life becomes worthwhile
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Wood Avatar
December 14, 2008 at 12:38 PM
Nice. Like your ryhme. Thanks. Also I agree with Kimmy.
Holmes Avatar
December 11, 2008 at 9:25 PM
"Dogs never make you feel bad for a mistake" Damn girl, (somehow I know you are a girl), I feel this poem. Surely God loves dog lovers. You wrote it right, Kimmy
Winter Avatar
December 11, 2008 at 1:17 PM
Dogs are the most loyal, precious creatures. My very close friends just lost their dog of many years, and I cried my eyes out when I heard the news. He was such a part of the family. Yes, your poem is beautiful. A very special bond of love and caring dogs create. No, they don't sweat the little stuff, all they want is to give and receive love. Love, Shar
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December 11, 2008 at 1:16 PM
For some folks...their pets are all they have. Their companion in life, and the reason they get up in the morning. Your poem says it so well. ~ Love, Carrie
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