by Lou Ann Smith
LITTLE MICKIE DOG
Always waiting patiently at the front door
tail wagging endlessly across the foyer floor.
Looking forward to greet me with a little doggie kiss
this was her way to say "oh my, you wer missed".
Adorable puppy dog eyes filed with expression so sweet
impatiently awaiting a tasty dog treat.
A walk for exercise, a ritual filled with fun
the first out the door, she just had to run.
It didn't matter to her come rain or sunshine
I didn't mind either because she was mine.
Cuddled beside me on a cold winter's day
petting her softly, she loved it this way.
Together down the hallway, lights out then to bed
she'd fluff up the pillows to lay her sweet head.
To love unconditionally, our faithful devoted friend
she made our family complete to her very brave end.
You crossed over the rainbow after seventeen great years
we'll think of you often and know you are near.
Your spirit set free, but never do we part
for as you know Little Mickie, forever in our heart.
Gone and loved forever
LITTLE MICKIE DOG
February 1, 1987
to
February 2, 2004