Brother Shadow Poem by Michael Stevens

Shadow, both in name and nature,
Following me to Earths end,
Tail wagging, waving, him trotting with flapping ears


His warm wet tongue a reminder of his undying love
After a long day away, covering me in energetic kisses, pawing at my arm
I can do naught but smile and call 'Good Boy' from above


His eyes all knowing, shining slightly with comprehension
Understanding each other fully, finally, comrades at heart,
He is no pet, no mere friend. But my brother, this canine companion.