by Debbie McGowan
Yesterday I said goodbye, a painful thing to do. No one seems to understand, the love we have for you. Sad is life when gentle souls must lose their earthly shell. Leaving only tears to fill the space they used to dwell. I don't see you waiting there, when I come through the door. Only pictures on the wall, and blankets on the floor. Still they smell of muddy paws and fur so old and grey. Just another painful thing that made me cry today. How I miss your silly bark and tiny little face. Oh how loud the quiet seems when your not in this place! Once more I walk by the shelf that holds your collar there. Sitting by the leather coat we gave to you to wear. Little comfort do they give although they make me smile. Realizing you're truly gone will surely take a while. In the meantime little friend, although we are apart; you still occupy a space that's deep within our hearts....Love...Mommy and Daddy.