Every morning I awake

and I wait for your eyes to open

So I can lick the smile on your face

and get the first scritches of the day.

You do your morning things

with I at your heels

And all too soon you're out the door

as I watch from the window

The long hours creep by

as I keep watch for you to return

Every car is yours

every person you, coming back to me.

Finally you return

and my joy knows no bounds

I leap into your arms

as soon as the door is open

You have your evening things

again I am at your heels

Waiting for my turn

to show you my love

And when you sit to rest

I am in your lap

To listen about your day

and love you with all I am

Then it is time for sleep

I wait on your bed for you to come

And as you pull the covers over yourself

I make sure there is nothing to harm you

I lay myself down next to you

my soul at peace with you so near

And I slip into sleep

to guard you in my dreams