The Missing Patron

Copper in color and also by name Was this fuzzy warm patron of canine fame Wandering the grounds that were right next door He loved to walk the boards of a little country store The occasional stranger with a smile and a treat And the everyday favorites he waited to greet A wag and a smile for all who could see... He was simply God's patron of humanity He blessed this little place of a little part of life And now this one corner is a little less bright Though loss is confusing and painful to man It's just a tiny part of a great big plan So look to the skies when they're copper at night And you'll feel the warmth of a life so bright Then the comfort will come as you realize more...and more He now walks the boards of a brighter country store - for Copper...a loveable old golden retriever