Old Friends

Sitting here with two old friends
On the sofa, fast asleep
Watching chests that rise and fall
Thinking back when they were small
Rescued from the pound for keeps

Though they are my daughter’s pups
Feel a bit like their my own
Both Lyra and Lemony
Spent extended time with me
When circumstances kept them from her home

I recall just saying, sure
Wasn’t reason to discuss
God must look on with a grin
When we let his creatures in
Like when he came and rescued us

My two pups are getting old
I’m aware; I don’t pretend
There’s a time when they won’t be
But for now, great company
A visit with old friends
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Tor Avatar
January 21, 2023 at 12:18 PM
So true and heartfelt Jeff. Thanks for sharing...
Krutsinger Avatar
January 18, 2023 at 2:00 AM
I love my dogs! I know God sent them to me. "God must look on with a grin When we let his creatures in" I feel this Jeff.
M  Avatar
January 17, 2023 at 10:19 PM
Best friends EVER! Great poem Jeff….Debx
Seeker Avatar
January 17, 2023 at 8:03 PM
Warm, fuzzy feeling :)
Tor Avatar
January 17, 2023 at 2:28 PM
Heartfelt piece Jeff. My brother lost his beloved Pug Jeter today. Sad day for all of us.
Bueckert Avatar
January 17, 2023 at 1:56 PM
I have a big cuddly friend like this as well, and they do make the very best friends, wonderful words you've written here
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