Wolf

Dear inner wolf,
You who are voice of perfect obedience within me.
You whose voice adopted fear and control as its own.
You who tried to always keep me on the path.
You who have devoured every part that tempted my wandering.
You who have kept me from feeling. 

Let us both remember that you were born a puppy, playful and imaginative;
that you became a wolf to keep me safe in a difficult world;
That you might yet become loving canine companion. 

Might you become my gentle guide;
Feel free to wander by my side.
Through the forest we’ll go;
When I’m lost you’ll know the way home.