1. My life is likely to last ten to fifteen years. Any separation from あなた will be painful: remember that before あなた get me.

2. Give me time to understand what あなた want of me.

3. Place your trust in me—it is crucial to my well being.

4. Do not be angry at me for long, and do not lock me up as punishment.

5. あなた have your work, your entertainment, and your friends. I only have you.

6. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don’t understand your words, I understand your voice.

7. Be aware that however あなた treat me, I will never forget.

8. Remember before あなた hit me that I have sharp teeth that could easily hurt you, but I choose not to bite あなた because I 愛 you.

9. Before あなた scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, または lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I might not be getting the right food, または I have been out too long, または my ハート, 心 is getting too old and weak.

10. Take care of me when I get old. あなた too will grow old. Accompany me on difficult journeys. Never say: “I cannot くま, クマ to watch” または “Let it happen in my absence.” Everything is easier for me if あなた are there—even my death.

Remember that I 愛 you.