My lap feels dreadfully empty during roadtrips,
Seeing your things on my shelf really cuts deep
My arms at night feel miserably abandoned;
For the life of me, not sure I can move on.
Searching for your presence through someone else's dogs,
Searching for your resemblance in stuffed toys at the malls.
I'm choking in tears as I compose this poem,
'Cause I remember the night I went home alone.
I was already grieving while hoping you'd heal,
'Cause deep in my core I knew the real deal,
Fantasy said you'd have a few more years
But reality knocked, I had to face my biggest fear
Show God all the amazing tricks I taught you,
Kindly tell Him, to let you visit when I feel blue
Remember our deal when you were still young?
The promise that was set in stone under the midnight sun
Take my love with you as you cross the Rainbow Bridge,
Come back to me someday, as my new little fur baby
I'm grateful that you chose me as your owner,
16 years of adventures with you, I will always remember
From the first memories I spent with you,
Until the very last night I hugged you
I will try to move on from this morbid pain,
As I patiently wait to see you again.
- Avah 2023 🐶🐾
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'Cause There Was Great Love
ŞiirI wrote this poem in August 2023, days after she fought for her life in my arms. I poured all my pain and thoughts into these words, knowing she has already read them. Though time eases the pain, it never fully fades. But with a hopeful heart, I wil...
