A Sonnet For My Dog, Treacle – Ed Kerridge

A Sonnet For My Dog, Treacle – Ed Kerridge

I remember the day I picked you,
With your sweet little puppy dog eyes.
For my heart was searching for love too,
When I looked down and heard your soft cries.

Your brothers and sisters were running,
They were after a fallen clothes peg,
But there was a puppy so stunning
Trying hard to get up on my leg.

Four years it has been since that moment
And I thank God daily for his gift
Each day you give me such enjoyment
Your love has given my heart a lift.

Today I know as clear as can be,
I didn’t pick you; rather you picked me.