I am a stray dog living in fear and uncertainty everyday
Trying to find a way.
Wondering, "What will happen next?"
Thinking, "When will I be able to rest?"
Mom taught me to avoid mankind,
But, when food becomes hard to find,
Some humans were kind. I still felt free
And some were very mean to me.
One family surrendered me into a humane society.
I thought at first the place was fine,
But then I started feeling down at times.
It felt like forever, but finally a family rescued me.
It was one of the happiest days of my life!
I thought it left me, all the pain and strife.
They vowed everyday they were going to brush through my precious fur,
And make it shine like the stars at night.
Then they would throw the tennis ball with all their might
Until they would collapse on the ground,
And laughter was the only sound.
They said they would hold and love me until I died,
But sadly, they lied.
My first night at the new house was fun,
But soon all that the humans said was over and done.
For the next few days they didn't come out and play.
When they came outside I would howl and moan.
They would yell, "Be quiet!' or, "Leave me alone!"
Then they started to forget to feed me.
One day I got really hungry,
And since I was allowed off the lead,
I traveled through the grove nearby to feed.
When they stopped taking care of me
I finally decided it was time to flee.
That night I sat alone and cried,
And then let out a big sigh.
While my heart was trying to mend,
All along I was thinking, "Why am I alone again?"