What If, Dogs Could Talk

What if, dogs could talk

If dogs could talk, what would they say
they might thank you for your love, each and every day
they would tell you each wag, was simply a smile
but they could only stay, for a short little while
you will have my loyalty and all I can give
my life will be short, so let’s learn how to live
with you I will run, with you I will play
you will be my world and I’ll cherish each day
I will give you my heart and always watch your back
I will trust you completely, you are part of my pack
when the day finally comes and I’ve caused you to cry
just know that I’m sorry, I didn’t want to die
don’t leave my chair empty, or my spot by your feet
please bring home a puppy to take over my seat
remember my love, each time you two walk
those would be my last words, if only I could talk

5/5/2021
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Goldsmith Avatar
October 1, 2021 at 1:15 PM
A wonderful story/write. "Love It" There are two kinds of dogs. #1 just dog #2 a people in a fur coat. #2 do talk/sing. I have had both. Have a blessed day/weekend Writing away..............
Carmack Avatar
May 8, 2021 at 9:04 AM
Mark - i noticed your comment below and some are, but instead of sniffing, they are kissing ass. And your poem is effective in touching and evoking the range of emotions, well done.
Koplin Avatar
May 9, 2021 at 6:33 PM
It’s good to see you my friend! Thanks for the comment and your time for reading. I hope all is well.
Allison Avatar
May 5, 2021 at 3:38 PM
what a lovely tribute mark dogs are so loyal more often than not more loyal than humans:-( hugs Jan xx
Koplin Avatar
May 6, 2021 at 9:34 AM
Imagine this world if people were like dogs
Kavanagh  Avatar
May 5, 2021 at 12:22 PM
Brilliant Mark, anyone that had/has dogs will empathise with this perfect tribute poem to mans best friend, cheers David
Koplin Avatar
May 6, 2021 at 9:34 AM
Thanks David! We love our dogs.
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