I Want to Live for the Creatures

I want to live for the creatures, great and small

And for the loved ones who answer my call

For family and friends, forever and true

Life's deepest meaning, each day born anew

For moments of magic sought ever after

A parent's embrace, a grandparent's smile

Love passed through generations, mile after mile

I want to live for my soulmate, my spouse

For building a life and sharing a house

Supporting each other through triumphs and tears

Romance and friendship that deepen with years

I want to live for my circle of friends

Kindred companions on whom I depend

For late night discussions and silly inside jokes

Loyalty, listening, compassion that coats

I want to live for the majestic whale

The tiger, the monkey, the birds without fail

For ant and for bee, the unnamed and unknown

Infinite reasons my wonder has grown

I want to live for all creatures so dear

And treasure those close to me, far and near

For in their presence, both massive and small

I find inspiration to give life my all

These beings remind me of life's precious worth

The love and the beauty right here on this earth

So I want to live for them, through thick and thin

Forever grateful for the joy found within