a poem wot i wrote...

[Upatdawn]

for the sad days...........


Remember me


Remember when we walked together?
through rain and snow, cross grass and heather
as time went on we both slowed down,
as we walked the paths, I saw you frown

Then came the day long forecasted
When we knew which of us had been outlasted
The skies looked dark to weary eyes
as we had a hug and said goodbyes

My eyes were closing, my heartbeat weak
I knew it was my time to sleep
To sleep the sleep of countless years
But I have no pain, I have no fears

So to the bridge ill make my way
On what may seem a tragic day
To await our meeting and then we can cross
and once again youll be my boss

Untill we meet may I ask of you
a simple task im sure youll do
Be good for the wife, dont pull on your lead
and when you walk together,
remember the days you and i were there, crossing the grass and heather

[Simpo Two]

I've never owned a dog but for some reason keep a copy of this:


Dog's PLEA

Treat me kindly, my beloved friend, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me. Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your hand between blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me learn. Speak to me often, for your voice is the world's sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footsteps fall on my waiting ear.

Please take me inside when it is cold and wet, for I am a domesticated animal no longer accustomed to the bitter elements. I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth. Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for I can not tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life, should your life be in danger.

And, my friend, when I am very old, and I no longer enjoy good health, hearing and sight, do not make heroic efforts to keep me going... please see that my trusting life is taken gently. I shall leave this earth knowing with the last breath I draw that my fate was always safest in your loving hands.