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"A Greyhound's Wish" By Robin Krautbauer

© Judy A Tomlinson

The holiday season is officially here! Around this time of year I usually find myself behind schedule. I am already feeling the panic beginning! I knew it was the week to use a re-print of someone else's work, but I could not figure out what to use. Then I remembered two poems that I had been holding until this time of year!

This week's article is actually two poems. Another greyhound lover, Robin Krautbauer, wrote them both. They are beautiful, and tell a story that is worth telling. Please enjoy them!

A Greyhound's Christmas Wish
By Robin Krautbauer

Dear Santa to you I make my wish,
This could be my very last Christmas list.
No time to be frivolous, I must hurry you see,
I'm no longer the best, they no longer want me.

I've heard of places where there are soft beds,
Sofas and pillows to lay your head,
Plenty of food and toys for play,
People who hug you night and day.

I've heard of the warmth the hugs can bring,
And car rides to get you wonderful things,
Large spaces to roam when you feel the need,
A place they will love me for being just me.

My wish, Dear Santa, I clearly state,
My hope as I sit closed tight in this crate,
To ask for myself I know is not right,
But please bring a family to love me tonight.

Here is the second one:

A Greyhound's Wish Come True
By Robin Krautbauer

Soft and warm, I'm snuggled in,
A little child to scratch my chin.
A bed to sleep on by the fire,
Anything my heart desires.

In the yard I roam at will,
Until, at last, I've had my fill.
I then return to waiting arms,
Protecting me from all life's harms.

Hugs are plenty where I now live,
I give them back all I can give.
Treats, toys, and kisses galore,
It's me for me that they adore.

I hope they know I love them too,
I try to show them in all I do.
My eyes send messages to their heart,
In hopes that we will never part.

Whatever I wrote that caught your ear,
Created a miracle, Santa dear.
Thank you for life's brand new start,
And for the family that fills my heart.

I do have one unselfish plea,
There are many more like me.
If you have time in the days to come,
Please find families for everyone.

Thank you, Robin, for writing two such beautiful poems.