Notes About The Poem

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A Sam Scott poem:
First published 9th April 2023
Song: in collaboration with Maria Williams
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Dog Walking: Song

Man's bestie
Not a poodle
or westie

He looks like a wolf
Not in sheep's clothing
No danger

Only love
Faithful presence
Honest happiness

I can call his name
And in he comes
Boundless

Longing to be known
Happy to have grown
Up with me

He rests and dreams
So do I
We dream together

We walk
I talk
Whatever the weather

He teaches me something
Every day
About faithfulness

Simplicity
Honesty
Love

Even when we have to say
Goodbye
His memory

Will be etched
Onto the tombstone
Of my life
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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De Beaulieu Avatar
October 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Hello Sam, we are pet parents. Cat or dog are our family. They are our pet child. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
October 8, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Hello Sam, You are welcome. Enjoy your day. Hugs. x Darlene/
Scott Avatar
October 8, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Hello and thank you S:) x
Greenhough Avatar
October 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
A beautiful poem commemorating your dog. It is a joy to own a dog.
Scott Avatar
October 3, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Dogs are amazing companions. Thank you, Hilda. Blessings S:) x
Rose  Avatar
August 19, 2024 at 6:47 PM
This say a dog is a mans best friend but I woman's too, I still miss my little Genie, great collaboration, awesome verse and music too :)
Scott Avatar
August 19, 2024 at 7:23 PM
So true Rose, lovely to hear from you x thanks for the encouragement. Sending blessing S:) x
Bowring Avatar
August 19, 2024 at 1:49 AM
Dear Sam, gosh … this is absolutely gorgeous! What an outstanding collaboration with dear Maria. Perfect lyrics with perfect music/ vocals. Made me cry too - even the picture grabbed the heartstrings. It will resonate with so many who have been blessed with sharing their hearts with such a beautiful, faithful companion. Those last two stanzas are incredibly touching. So emotional. This has to be a fav for me too dear friend ( tissues required) x Hugs x
Scott Avatar
October 4, 2024 at 1:23 AM
Maria did a brilliant job!
Scott Avatar
August 19, 2024 at 2:51 AM
Dear Christina - I am so glad you felt it in the same way I did :) sometimes magic happens and this has blown me away today. Thank you as always for your effusive encouragement S:) x
Williams Avatar
August 19, 2024 at 1:38 AM
What a great collaboration Sam, I really enjoyed doing this with you. From one dog lover to another, it made me tear up. Every now and again there comes a pet that has a deep soulful connection and I felt your emotion in these lyrics. A fave for me ...Hugs
Scott Avatar
October 4, 2024 at 1:25 AM
I am still captivated by this Maria.. even weeks later! x
Scott Avatar
August 19, 2024 at 2:03 AM
Dearest Maria - this was the most unexpected and beautiful thing I have experienced. The poem was a very personal and gentle few words from the heart, but you have transformed it and blessed me beyond tears. I am so very grateful for you. Thank you xx S :) x
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