Like a child
you cooed and mooed
in your wildest dream
your eyes were shut tight
you rolled your body to your back
like a caterpillar
like a sleeping child
a piece of my heart reached out and
touched your cheeks
you moaned a soft groan
and I laughed gleefully and smiled
wondering if you're aware
that I am here watching
and guarding you from any harm
Like a child
you laid yourself flat
down my bed, over my carpet
staring at me with your eyes half closed
they closed more as I reached out again
touching your nose, rubbing your chin
you surrendered to the moment
as you pushed your head against my palm
asking for attention, longing for affection
Like a child
you drew closer and sat still
watching my shades shaking in pain
you heard the echoes of my outburst
like a child
your eyes were wide and crystal clear
you kept still and listened
waiting for the sobs to subside
watching the drops of tears as they caught your sight
you curled quietly
your motion was muted except
for your ginger tail that
gently and repeatedly
was brushing itself against my wet arms
and i felt your heart reaching out mine
as if to say
are you aware
that I am here
watching and guarding you from any harm.
Like a child is dedicated to the loveliest pet companion I ever have, Beethoven.
