Man's Best Friend

Hi, how are you — where have you been today?

Actually, don't worry, there's no time to say.

I'm so happy to see you, pleased you are back,

It's walkies, I see, as you shrug on your mac.

You talk to me, stroke me, ask how I've been,

I can imagine your day, and all that you've seen.

And it's true, I listen, down to every last word,

(Apart from that time where I chased a grey bird).

To me, you're my world, and I'm sure that it shows,

Through my wagging tail and my slobbery nose.

We walk through the park, and you throw me a stick,

And I'm off, in an instant, quicker than quick.

I amble straight back, with the twig in my jaws,

The long strands of grass teasing my paws.

It's things like this that I treasure the most,

Like that time we holidayed down by the coast.

The sky starts to fade into pink from blue,

We sit down on a bench and take in the view.

Sat by your side, I feel relaxed and content,

Being with you is always time well-spent.

I know that with you I'll be happy forever,

As long as we're going through life together.

We're the best of friends, and it's plain to see,

No-one else could love you as much as me.