[Verse 1: Spring] Spring found you small by the screen door, One blue leash dragging across the floor. You tripped on the buckle, then pulled me down the lane, First learning walk, first sun after rain. At the mailbox you froze, then looked back at me, Like every new driveway was a place to be. Your phrase was “come on,” and you came running through, Puppy feet, wide eyes, the whole world brand-new. [Chorus] Four seasons, one old red collar, Every year made the story taller. From muddy paws to a silver face, You kept finding home in the same old place. We kept growing, me and you, Through every sky that changed its blue. [Verse 2: Summer] Summer caught you wild by the river bend, Splashing in before I could count to ten. You stole my West Coast cap and took off west, Dropped it by the porch like a trophy best. Afternoon naps in your favorite chair, Tongue out, warm dust tangled in your hair. You heard “who wants a ride?” and shook the whole room, Then chased that red rubber ring through the afternoon. [Chorus] Four seasons, one old red collar, Every year made the story taller. From muddy paws to a silver face, You kept finding home in the same old place. We kept growing, me and you, Through every sky that changed its blue. [Verse 3: Fall] Fall put a copper hush on the yard, You stood by the gate like a little guard. Adolescence stubborn, chin held high, Barking at leaves as they tumbled by. Mud on your paws, rain dark on your coat, You still knew my footsteps before I spoke. Say “find the squeaky,” and you’d search the hall, Then lean against my leg when the daylight got small. [Chorus] Four seasons, one old red collar, Every year made the story taller. From muddy paws to a silver face, You kept finding home in the same old place. We kept growing, me and you, Through every sky that changed its blue. [Verse 4: Winter] Winter came softly, snow along the stairs, You shook it off and scattered white hairs. Mature loyalty curled beside the stove, Older gentleness in the way you moved slow. Your favorite spot was the blanket by mine, Your breath kept time with the old clock’s chime. When I said “good night,” you lifted your head, Then settled close until the whole house slept. [Bridge] Puppy chaos turned to a patient gaze, Stubborn years softened into faithful days. The leash hangs quiet, the red ring worn thin, But every chapter still lets you in. [Final Chorus] Four seasons, one old red collar, Every year made the story taller. From muddy paws to a silver face, You kept finding home in the same old place. We kept growing, me and you, That’s the truest thing I ever knew. Spring learned the road, summer ran free, Fall watched the gate, winter stayed with me. Four seasons, one family tune, Your paw prints fading beneath the moon. [Outro] The leash by the door, the blanket worn through, A whole life of weather, still leading to you.
