In memory of Gizmo guinea pig

You flew beside me, small and brave, From west coast skies to the ocean wave. Tucked in close, not a sound you made, Just calm little heartbeats, never afraid. I gave you a friend, a buddy to share, Skipperely wheeked, and you both were a pair. In cozy corners, you’d nuzzle tight, Two little souls curled safe each night. But illness came like a thief in the night, And you, sweet Gizmo, began to lose your spark. We trusted a hand that wasn’t so kind He never looked close, never gave time. He chose the needle when there was still fight, Never tried gas, never made it right. Didn’t give you what might’ve healed, Just rushed the end, a fate sealed. And I was left with a heart torn wide, Empty space where you once lied. No more your squeaks, your gentle stare, Just silence and Skipperely waiting there. But you were more than fur and paws You were love without a single flaw. You knew my voice, you knew my scent, And in this world, that means so much. So rest, my boy Gizmo, my sweet little friend, This isn’t goodbye, love doesn’t end. I’ll see you again, where skies are wide, And you’ll hop to greet me, just by my side.