A Dying Dog’s Dirge
By Kevin J Palmer
Oh Lord, please don’t make me suffer
Give them the strength to let go
I lived well, was always loving
Walked close, never strayed too far
I gave warmth and devoted protection
Was attentive, loyal and forgave
But time has come to set me free
Grant them, courage of noble sage
Release me into angels’ arms now
In my heart forever they remain
Upon a new path of soul divine
In your repose a peaceful exhale
Safe on my blanket, for the rest of time
