The Dog: Haiku
I: The Puppy
Squirming, calling, warm.
Ball of fur, crawling, trusting.
Needy, soft, puppy.
II: Young Dog.
Leggy, bounding, rush.
Nipping teeth, chasing, What's This?
Eager, pleasing. Love, Life.
III: Mature Dog.
Guardian, Faithful,
Strong to love, Playing ball, friend.
Companion, guiding light.
IV: Old Dog.
Greying ears, stumbles, falls.
Gentle eyed, soft licks my hand.
Long naps , short days, sleep.