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For Harley

For Harley Love, Aunt Meghan *I wrote this poem for my sister, brother-in-law, niece, and nephews when their beloved dog, Harley, the sweetest chunk of marshmallow dog you could every love, passed to the Rainbow Bridge. It includes a few of our other family pets who preceded Harley in passing to the Rainbow Bridge… Anxiously pawing at the glistening gate Their hearts leaping wildly as they anticipate The bittersweet cycle of what’s known as fate Three life-long companions can barely wait… Bright colors emerge as a rainbow so high Some call it a bridge; some call it, “goodbye” A smooth, golden gate illuminated by The welcoming light from the place beyond sky… The time has arrived; the animals cheer For joining this kingdom is someone quite dear Three pairs of eyes shine as new souls appear The most beautiful soul became instantly clear… Charlie, Casey, and Binky, arms long Barked and meowed such a welcoming song Suddenly Harley felt renewed and quite strong She dashed to the place where she knew she belonged… So forever and always, in a place Covid-free Among shimmering rainbows with bridges beneath Sweet Casey, pain-free, as he chases the leaves Mom’s Charlie, Long Binky, and now dear Harley… --Rest In Peace Over, Under, and All Around the Beautiful Rainbow Bridge… --Meghan Hutchings

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Virginia Gelok

Date: 1/16/2022 10:21:00 AM

Oh my! Such a beautiful thought. Helps us realize (or imagine) where our furry friends go when thier time here with us is completed.

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/22/2022 7:46:00 AM

Thank you, Virginia! It definitely does, and it is so comforting to imagine them there having the best time of their lives! God bless and much love...Meghan!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/11/2022 6:42:00 AM

Love this: Bright colors emerge as a rainbow so high Some call it a bridge; some call it, “goodbye”//Rest In Peace Over, Under, and All Around the Beautiful Rainbow Bridge….lovely sentiments. I hope your poem gave them comfort. Beautiful!

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/15/2022 2:59:00 PM

Aww Kim, Thank you so very much for your absolutely beautiful and heartwarming remarks! The poem did bring them comfort, and that was my main hope. Thank you for taking the time to bless me with your kind words and inspiration to continue to keep writing from my heart. God bless you! Much love...Meghan

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/5/2022 9:34:00 AM

A "Beautiful" write "For Harley." I have a copy of the "Rainbow Bridge." Also a beautiful write. Have a blessed day and New Year...................

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/7/2022 2:50:00 PM

Thank you so much, Paula, for your kind response! When I wrote this poem, I was definitely imagining a place very similar to the Rainbow Bridge. Such a place is a comforting sanctuary to think of our beloved late pets living out eternity together! God bless you and happy New Year! Much love...Meghan

John Watt

Date: 1/3/2022 10:52:00 AM

I just love that you have really focused on the positive with the bright colors, the welcoming light, and the dear animals anxiously awaiting their reunion. Sometimes we poets are given the opportunity to use our words to shine the light of hope upon a darkened day, and you have done so remarkably with this uplifting poem. I'm sure it was a comforting poem to receive for all those who were affected by Harley's homecoming. As always, Meghan, your rhythms are rhymes are suberb; this was such a heartwarming joy to read. God bless you ~ John

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/7/2022 2:57:00 PM

John, I need to write a poem to express my gratitude and deepest emotions regarding how touching, inspiring, and heartwarming your specific, beautiful, amazingly accurate, uplifting, encouraging, and thoughtful responses to my poems are. I look forward to reading your reviews, & you never cease to bring tears of joy flowing down my cheeks. You truly inspire me. Thank you for being you, such a dear & wonderful soul. God bless you and much love...Meghan

L Milton Hankins

Date: 12/27/2021 7:19:00 PM

Beautiful tribute from a warm, loving heart who treasures her animal friends. My, this poem is so rich in imagery and lovely in its import. Thanks for sharing, Meghan.

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/2/2022 3:23:00 PM

L. Milton, the one I have yet to impress...I surely thought my mannequin poem would place, but one of these days...I am humbled by your kind responses. Thank you for your specific feedback. It means a lot coming from a poet like you! God bless you and happy New Year! Much love, Meghan...

Indrani Sarkar

Date: 12/25/2021 6:57:00 AM

A very sensitive and heart touching verse. An eloquent piece with perfect rhyming too.

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/2/2022 3:21:00 PM

Idrani, thank you very much for reading my poem and sending such sweet words in response. I truly appreciate your effort and kindness! God bless you and happy New Year! Much love, Meghan

Anne E Sangster - K

Date: 12/22/2021 8:56:00 PM

Hello Megan, This is a beautiful and heartfelt tribute and it rhymes beautifully. I really enjoyed reading your poem. Cheers Anne :-)

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 1/2/2022 3:20:00 PM

Thank you, Anne, for your kind words. They are truly touching! God bless you and happy New Year! Much love, Meghan

John Gondolf

Date: 12/22/2021 4:21:00 AM

Our pets truly do become a part of our families, what a comforting way to think of them after they pass. Merry Christmas to you and yours, Meghan, though it will hardly seem like Christmas here with our temps in the 80's. John

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 3/3/2022 10:39:00 AM

John, I don't know how I missed responding to your very kind comment! I apologize and send my gratitude for your encouraging words. Yes, it was difficult to truly get into the spirit of Christmas with temps in the 80s! LOL! Much love...Meghan

Constance La France

Date: 12/20/2021 5:16:00 PM

Meghan, so emotional and beautifully penned. Our pets are like our children and their passing is so heartbreaking. I know this pain also and like to think that all my pets are waiting for me over that bridge ~ friendship and poetry _Constance

Meghan Hutchings
Date: 12/20/2021 7:56:00 PM

Aww...Constance, I know! Loving a pet is so easy, yet deep down lies that distant pain of knowing we may have to let go sometime before we're ready. It's comforting to think of them dancing among the beautiful reflections of colors in the rainbow. Thank you for stopping by, reading, and commenting with your kind words. Blessings, hugs, and Happy Holidays! --Meghan