This is neither poetry nor prose
Matters of the heart need neither
Just to let you know how much you mean to me
But you already know that…
Dear Annie,
I know when I talk to you, in any language
You understand
We need no translator
Animated movies are not a figment of imagination
Nor for a child’s entertainment
…
I can hear your thoughts
Even though you don’t speak
Your eyes speak volumes
Only you ‘n’ I know
Our secret morse code
…
When I’m sick or sad you know intuitively
Quietly sitting beside me
Eyes pleading, “Tell me how can I help?”
I too now know the hidden meaning behind your every woof, bark, whimper ‘n’ cry
…
You wag your tail to greet, to cheer, making everyone your friend
Oh! How I wish I could sleep peacefully belly side up like you
Leaving all cares to Mother Nature
Your super sharp nose can sniff out both trouble ‘n’ treats
You can never have enough belly rubs
Never refuse a free massage from anyone
Stranger or not
…
Playing tugs of war with you
Puts me at peace
You fetch your toy
‘N’ bring back joy
…
At the end of a long day
Patting your soft silky white coat takes out all my mind’s creases
…
You follow me on a walk
Like Mary had a little lamb
It’s no coincidence that dog is god spelled backwards
With loyalty like no other
Knows only her master’s voice
…
You absorb all negativity from the surroundings
Giving out only positive vibrations
Your kind really is man’s best friend
…
Your adorable jigs ‘n’ races of joy
Celebrating a good poop
Inspire me to live in the moment
And savor life’s daily graces
…
Your only weakness, food simple as that
The foodie that you are
You can barter any number of paw-shakes for your favorite treat
…
You come after a great line of predecessors
Badshah, Cherry, Saber, Lassie, Dicky ‘n’ Ticky
Your ancestors must no doubt be proud of you doggie
‘Cause you’ve proved yourself
A true Angel
A happy World Animal day to all!
