Dearest of the Dear

No doubt about it, he is
adorably dear. And, as well,
deeply entitled, all his
expectations to be fulfilled
and, truth to tell, we do our
best to accommodate the
little beast. I do miss the
energetic, vital puppy we
once enjoyed living with
witnessing his antics, his
all-consuming curiosity run
amok, his enthusiasm for life,
a tiny non-stop creature full
of astonishment with life,
forever amazing us with his
lively demonstrations. Now,
we are left with his caprices
and his occasional grumpiness.
Oh, and of course, his entitlements.
Dinner served a tad late? Oh
dear, I'm right at it! Moved too
close to your 'side' of the bed?
Sorrree! The fascinating elfin
dear has become a reticent old
dog. But no complaints for now
we resemble one another right
across the species line.