You think of Me as a Dog
You think of me as a dog
when I’m actually a boy
who chews lots of toys.
I don’t want to eat out of a bowl
or stick my head down a hole.
I want to sit at the table as I’m almost
able to eat with a spoon.
And if you would let me stay
I can discuss music and maths
in a limited way.
No going on muddy country walks!
What I would really like
is a ride on a bike.
And when it is time to sleep
I would like a bed,
not that basket of blankets
but duvet and ted.
when I’m actually a boy
who chews lots of toys.
I don’t want to eat out of a bowl
or stick my head down a hole.
I want to sit at the table as I’m almost
able to eat with a spoon.
And if you would let me stay
I can discuss music and maths
in a limited way.
No going on muddy country walks!
What I would really like
is a ride on a bike.
And when it is time to sleep
I would like a bed,
not that basket of blankets
but duvet and ted.
This poem is copyright (©) Christine R Milne 2024
About the Writer
Christine R Milne
Christine is a poet who loves writing haiku. Some of them have been published in journals and anthologies. Luckily other poems pop into her head. Most of them are for children which is not surprising as she enjoys being a teacher and a mother. Also, creating poems that connect with a child’s view of the world is really special. This is helped by her favourite hobby, trying not to eat too much chocolate.
