my dog Moe

i possessed an intrapsychic 

conflict

with my dog,

moe.

there was amusement

and annoyance

at all times.

love and hate.

resentment and joy.

he pulled

one way on the leash

and i insisted on

another way.

it was like walking

a fish on land.

he had no respect

for such words as

heel, beg, stay, roll over,

or any other command.

but i'm virtually

the same,

i hope you understand.