Paw Prints in the Snow

Paw Prints in the Snow
Where would my dogs really like to go
Are they happy?
Are they sad?
Is the fence meant to keep them safe
A prison from which they can’t escape

Paw Prints in the Snow
Do they long for spring
For green grass and long walks
The things that make a dog’s soul sing

Or are they happy to just be here
Curled by the warm fire

Protected from the cold
Dreaming of their hearts desire
Chasing rabbits, maybe squirrels
Running free in that other world

Are they happy when they play inside their fence
Safe.
Making paw prints in the snow

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