The sound of my old dog
snoring quietly beside me
is such a comfort
though I'm at a loss
as to the reason why
perhaps it's simply hearing him
breathe peacefully and knowing
that asleep he's free
to be the puppy
he once was

If there's something more
something I haven't
put my finger on
then that's all right
no need to think it further
just another hour
and I'll be in my bed asleep
and likely snoring too

And if she's still awake
my wife may feel
the same deep sense
of peace hearing me snore
and knowing that my heart
as faithful as our kitchen clock
is beating close to hers