You're
giving me a special gift,
So
sorrowfully endowed,
And
through these last few cherished days,
Your
courage makes me proud.
But
really, love is knowing
When
your best friend is in pain,
And
understanding earthly acts
Will
only be in vain.
So
Looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond,
into your soul,
I see in
you the magic, that will
Once
more make me whole.
The
strength that you possess,
Is why I
look to you today,
To do
this thing that must be done,
For it's
the only way.
That
strength is why I followed you,
And
chose you as my friend,
And why
I've loved you all these years...
My
partner 'til the end.
Please,
understand just what this gift,
You're
giving, means to me,
It gives
me back the strength I've lost,
And all
my dignity.
You take
a stand on my behalf,
For that
is what friends do.
And know
that what you do is right,
For I
believe it too.
So one
last time, I breathe your scent,
And
through your hand I feel,
The
courage that's within you,
To now
grant me this appeal.
Cut the
leash that holds me here,
Dear
friend, and let me run,
Once
more a strong and steady dog,
My pain
and struggle done.
And
don't despair my passing,
For I
won't be far away,
Forever
here, within your heart,
And
memory I'll stay.
I'll be
there watching over you,
Your
ever faithful friend,
And in
your memories I'll run,
...a
young dog once again.
Karen
Clouston
