Sunlite Wanter Poet Blank verse

Be Still Waggy Tail Be Still

Depression borne of grief,
I can’t bear that you are gone;
But you are not, your presence is everywhere,
Especially in these empty rooms..

Sometimes if I stare, I see your happy smile,
Trying to tell me you are free, can see, and
Another time, you lie sleeping,
So far, so far.

Many I have lost, but a new one
Would distract the gloom, and my soul somewhat fill.
I cannot endure another goodbye,
Be still Waggy Tail, be still.

I miss you.

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Richard Lamoureux October 28, 2018 at 9:41 AM It is sad when we lose a furry family member. Well expressed and so sorry for your loss.

Vincent Flannery October 27, 2018 at 7:40 AM Oh so true. My heart breaks for you and all of us who have lost our "friend" and companion. I know the Lord loves all His Creatures as He said of the sparrow. One day we too will meet again, meeting where the lamb lies down with the lion. Then my loyal friend I will see you again. And what a "day" that will be! Sunlite Wanter October 27, 2018 at 12:15 PM I thank you so much. I, too, believe we will meet all we love again. The bible mentions animals so much - I know they are not wasted. Jesus himself was called the "Lamb of God."

Vladislav Raven October 26, 2018 at 8:25 AM Hi Sunlite, it is so sad when our canine friends leave us. I do believe that we meet them again. I remember many years of love and fun with little Sheeba. This is a poem that sparks memories within me. A lovely tribute. Hugs....Mike. XX Sunlite Wanter October 27, 2018 at 12:14 PM Thank you so much. I, too, believe we will meet them again.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart October 24, 2018 at 2:11 PM So sad <3 xomo

Tom Cunningham October 24, 2018 at 11:57 AM I feel for you Sunlite, we too lost our faithful spaniel a couple of years ago, they leave a big void in your life when they go. Tom. Sunlite Wanter October 27, 2018 at 12:10 PM I have lost other dogs, but this one was special and probably my last. You are so right about that void.

Line Gauthier October 24, 2018 at 11:43 AM So sweet, Sunlite. Moving. Sunlite Wanter October 27, 2018 at 12:09 PM You are so kind, Line.

Vijay Pandit October 24, 2018 at 11:18 AM A touching poem SW--a tribute to your pet. The feelings of loss reverberate in your words. A heartfelt depiction. Sunlite Wanter October 27, 2018 at 12:09 PM Thank you, Vijay!

Chris Green October 24, 2018 at 11:17 AM It is so hard to lose a cherished pet. I know, I have buried many of them. The sad part we all have to realize is most will not outlive us, the happy part is the memories of the times shared and the love shared. Sadly beautiful my friend. Sunlite Wanter October 27, 2018 at 12:08 PM Thank you, Chris. It seems like she's still under my feet. I know there's a better day.