[pyrnet] Rescue Me- poem

["Barb Bowes" <bamb@monmouth.com>]

I tried sending this in it's original form,but the file was too
large, so here it is as text only.


Rescue Me
(By Terri Onorato)


Rescue me not only with your hands but with your heart as well.
I will respond to you.

Rescue me not out of pity but out of love.  I will love you back.

Rescue me not with self-righteousness but with compassion.  I
will learn what you teach.

Rescue me not because of my past but because of my future.  I
will relax and enjoy.

Rescue me not simply to save me but to give me a new life.  I
will appreciate your gift.

Rescue me not only with a firm hand but with tolerance and
patience.  I will please you.

Rescue me not only because of who I am but who I'm to become.  I
will grow and mature.

Rescue me not to revere yourself to others but because you want
me.  I will never let you down.

Rescue me not with a hidden agenda but with a desire to teach me
to trust.  I will be loyal and true.

Rescue me not to be chained or to fight but to be your companion.
I will stand by your side.

Rescue me not to replace one you've lost but to sooth your
spirit.  I will cherish you.

Rescue me not to be your pet but to be your friend.  I will give

Barb Bowes
Bo & Chelsea (Pyrs), Flopsy (Pyr Shep) & Machin (Doxie)
The more people I meet, the more I like my dog!
bamb@monmouth.com