My Joy
by Veda McEwan Hosken
Poetry Contest for Children Winner, Junior Category (Grades 4-6)
My Joy
Sitting on the steps
Enjoying the warm sun
Petting your golden fur
As you put your paw on my arm
Hanging with the ladies
As they run around chasing bugs
Giving them pets
And trying to give them hugs
Having dinner with my family
As we talk about our day
The subject of poop always comes
up
And if no one says it
My dad will say it anyway
I love my life
And am grateful to be me
I know this is where I belong
And I’m who I’m meant to be