Dear Ponyboy

They say that people are like their dogs. Unfortunately my dog is a mischievious jerk, but to be fair, he’s also a softy at heart and hangs on my every move. I indulge in the fact that you’re as sweet, gentle, friendly, forgiving and kind as your dog. I still can’t believe that we’re touching souls and that the dream is now reality. I wrote a love letter to you before the dream came true, about how I wanted to get to know you away from the back deck, but I was too shy to let it out. Now I want to scream it! I’m so happy that you’re in my life; I’ve always wanted a pony! Your lover truly —Ticksy

This article appears in Sep 1-7, 2011.