Dog Toy
Today I bought my
dog a new chew toy
she jumped with excitement
like she's never seen
anything like it before,
she's had other toys to
play with, but this one was different
she carried it around
with her everyday
laid next to it when
she took afternoon naps,
placed it next to her
when she'd eat breakfast
she loved
this chew toy,
at the peak of it's condition,
it was soft and fluffy
perfect
for her
she wanted to
be gentle with it
and made sure it
didn't break too soon
there are other toys I've given to her,
but they've been put into a basket,
already worn
and loved
maybe she does still like them,
but why doesn't she play with them anymore?
Why do I keep buying her new toys
if she's over them within a few weeks?
Why do I keep standing by my
phone if it's not going to ring?
Why do I try so hard, when
I'm not sure it's the same love
we speak of?
Am I just another dog toy
you've already discarded into the basket
awaiting to be thrown out,
because you no longer care for me?
Did you ever even
read my poetry?
maybe, its just my bad thoughts
getting the best of me...
- Leah Rae