Penny for a Poem

Goodbye My Friend

In quiet moments, shadows creep, a bittersweet ache, so hard to keep.
I watch you play, my heart entwined, yet still I feel you're slipping, blind.
With your four legs dancing in the light, hou chase the breeze, a joyful sight.
But deep inside, a whisper calls, as time moves on, my spirit stalls.
Oh Galen, my steadfast friend, time's gentle hand begins to bend, though I know you seek your peace, a part of me just won't release.
From morning sun to twilight's glow, we've shared the path; we've watched love grow, each wag of your tail, each joyful bark, painted my world, ignited the spark.
You've given me purpose like few can see, a bond so strong, just you and me, In fields we wandered, through forests wide, you chased the worries, stood by my side.
Now as I gaze into your wise, kind eyes, I feel the weight of inevitable goodbyes, and though your journey calls you away, you've taught me more than words can say.
So here I stand, with love that transcends, celebrating the time we spent as friends, may your spirit soar on the wings of the breeze, find joy in the meadows, in shade of the trees.
In dreams, I'll meet you, where hearts remain whole, In a land of green pastures, where souls find control, thank you, dear Galen, for the laughs and the tears, for filling my life beyond all my years.
Though it feels like you're being stolen from me, I hold you dear, my heart's legacy.
As you venture onward, know this is true, In every shadow, I'll carry you too.