To the Westminster Dog Show

I’ve been neglecting you the past few years
You used to be a tradition
A mark-your-calendars must-see event
Every second week of February
I could name your winners several years back
It was nice seeing you tonight
Even just for a little while
Watching those beautiful animals strut their stuff
Hearing that familiar voice
Bringing those nostalgic feelings
And suddenly my eyes are leaking
Thinking about my own puppy
To whom we said goodbye
Just over a year ago
Who loved me so well

Love, February