A Message From Above

Please know that I’m still with you, And that I am ok.

I think about you, like you do me, Countless times each day.

It broke my heart to see you sad, The morning I said goodbye. Clutching me so tightly, It hurt to watch you cry.

We had such a very strong bond, I couldn’t bear to leave you alone. So I sent the dog that you have now, From the streets he used to roam.

You welcomed him with open arms, I’m thankful you didn’t shy away, From getting another dog so soon, Let alone a stray.

I knew that he would teach you, What I didn’t have time to do, And that you would rescue each other, While encouraging others, too.

When staring deep into his eyes, And gazing at his face, You see my soul now don’t you? I just know that is the case.

Thank you for loving him, And knowing I’m always there. And for giving him the love and home, Like the two of us used to share.

I’m here watching over you, For now it has to be. He’ll be your blessed companion, While I am waiting. Running free.

October, 2004–April, 2017