Inside

Everyday

I notice you grin

At my friendliness

See you laugh

When you’re feeling down

At the joke book

That is my mind

With the way you smile at me

I am a puppy

People smile when they notice me

But I get older

Go from a puppy to an adult

I am left alone

Tossed onto a cage

While you play with your new puppy

But it’s okay

I get used to it

I just want you to know

I’m still here