So sorry for your loss.
This was sent to me when I lost my dear Harley 8 weeks ago so thought I would share with you.
IF IT SHOULD BE
It should be that I grow frail and weak,
and pain should keep me from my sleep.
Then you must do what must be done,
for this, the last battle can't be won.
You will be sad - I understand,
don't let your grief then stay your hands.
For this day, more than all the rest,
your love and friendship stand the test.
We've had so many happy years,
what has come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so,
when the time comes - please let me go.
Take me where my needs they'll tend,
Only stay with me until the end.
And hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you too will see,
it is a kindness that rests with me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
from pain and suffering I've been saved.
Don't grieve that I leave you,
who has loved me through & through.
We've been so close - we two these years,
don't let your heart hold any tears.
I lost a special friend today
the kind you can't replace,
and looking at his empty bed
I still can see his face.
I see the endless energy
the sparkling pussy eyes,
Not the tired, fragile friend
I had to bid goodbye.
I know he's in a special place
our Lord has for such friends,
Where meadows, fields & flowers
help make them strong and whole again.