Because you walked with me in Springtime,
Puppy-clumsy, running free.
As you grew, we grew together--
You became a part of me.
Because I shared with you my sorrows,
Not understanding-- simply there.
Often spurring me to laughter--
My friend, you know how much I care.
Because the years have slowed your fleetness,
Though your spirit still is strong.
I promise I will take more time now,
So that you can go along.
Because you do not fear the future,
Living only in the now,
I draw strength from your example--
Yet time keeps slipping by somehow.
Because the day will soon be coming
When I will no longer see
You rise to greet me - but in memory
You will always walk with me.
by:
Gayle Jokiel
Rescue Links