Wolf

 I see you wolf

Sitting in the distance 

Scared to get close

Watching from afar

Pretending I don’t see

I see you walking

Circling me

Sniffing the air

Trying to see if I am safe

You keep your eyes locked

As you lay down 

Watching closely 

I sit down with you

Not close to touch

Smiling and waiting

Telling you it’s ok

You inch a little closer

Cautious of this human

Afraid to get hurt

Maybe a dagger will come down

Watching my hands

Eyeing every movement 

Another inch

Another

Another

I slowly lay down

Meeting you almost nose to nose

Not breaking eye contact

Staring into the blue depths

Your fur so silky smooth

One more inch

I lay my hand in front

Sniffing

Before you you lick the top

Making sure it’s ok

Slowly I scratch your ears

Reminding you that you are safe

It’s ok to lay here

Curling up in front

You close your eyes

Try and rest awhile