Touch Me with your voice as a
puppy young and new,
And let me know my presence is what is pleasing
you.
Touch me with your spirit, for God sent me here
to you,
To teach you of that precious bond known by the
choicest few.
Touch me with your hands as I grow tall and
strong,
I need you as my mentor through out my whole
life long.
Touch me with your lips, and brush them softly
on my brow,
Please kiss away the fears, that I am feeling
now.
Touch me with your eyes, as I become full grown,
To Validate unspoken love that we have always
known.
Touch me with your heart, as our bond keeps
growing stronger,
And words need not be used in our language any
longer.
Touch me with your breath, so soft and warm upon
my face,
As I try to bring you comfort in life's never
ending race.
Touch me with your love as my muzzle turns to
gray,
I live my life to please you, each and every
single day.
Touch me with your scent when age has dimmed my
sight,
To reassure me always that you will be my light.
Touch me with your face when your tears are
meant for me,
So I may bear your pain, and let your heart be
free.
Touch me with remembrance when I have traveled
on,
And, I will hold your heart in mine, forever
when I'm gone.
Susan Krauser 2002