Fidelity

I could pay someone to stroke your fur
Caress your every line
And you would be much better served
Than any touch of mine

I could pay someone to kiss your lips
Bring laughter to your eye
Do all the things that I cannot
No matter how I try

I could pay someone to help you dance
Perfect your tail's sweet curve
And who'd not say perfection is
The least that you deserve?

I could pay someone to do these things
To show the world your face
But love, it brings an honesty
Artistry can't replace

--Tonin, May 13 2016