My life has been enriched
In oh so many ways
By canine friends I’ve known before
Such happy, joyful days
I miss them when they’re gone
The pain is harsh and real
The bond is there forever
I still see them at my heel
No more cats and dogs
This time was to be the last
Life’s too short for dithering though
So at the dog shelter we asked
If all goes well tomorrow
New friendships will begin
Fun and laughter in the days ahead
And it may help this hurt within
