The Promises We Make
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We promised you both, so many things. Walking in the park, hiking in the hills. Strolls along the beach. And scritches. Lots and lots of scritches.
Were you so sorry, when we fell short? Visiting dog parks, and sometimes the vet. Patrolling the yard. And car rides. Many, many car rides.
There were good times though, fun surprises. Sleeping on the bed, treats at coffee shops. Rabbits in the yard. And the toys. Lots and lots of squeakers.
But as you're aging, do you miss it? We could've done more, given you more time? Gone on adventures. And scritches. Did you expect much, much more?
But maybe it's true, you needed less. You just wanted love, there at the shelter. Just people who cared. And got them. The promises were for us.
--kee
