Oscar De La Hound Dog - For You
My friend, oh how I miss you
Life now, seems so unfulfilled.
There was nothing I could do
To have you back again
healed.
Such sadness within my heart
So much, you will never know.
My chest has been ripped apart
Having to let my boy go.
Not what I ever wanted
Seeing you gone from my life.
My soul, forever haunted
That decision causing strife.
First time I laid eyes on you
I could not believe my sight!
So big - strong - the perfect hue
Eyes full of life - aura bright.
Knew, day one, 'twas meant to be
The way you hustled over.
Plain as any eye could see
Not your typical Rover.
Home, and you bounded inside
Tore through our house exploring.
Back, forth, chaos at high tide
Life with you -never boring.
Kissing, playing, full of fun
So sweet you were with our kids.
Touched the lives of everyone
The reason for their teared lids.
Imposed, to Mama, your love's will.
Even heard you say her name.
Moaning 'bout your every ill
While kissing her just the same.
Sleeping with us - on her side
Taking up half her space.
You were King - she MUST abide
Now tears they run down her face.
Playing with your teddy bear
Made us all laugh, with such joy.
You'd toss it up in the air -
Then catch it! You silly boy!
I'd smile at how you'd greet me
"Hello, Daddy!" with your howl.
To me, was all too funny.
Now? my face it holds a scowl.
A scowl, 'cause I feel guilty
Knowing not what could be done.
Unaware of your frailty
Please forgive me lovely son.
RIP Oscar
Nov. 5, 2005 - Nov. 3, 2015
Copyright © Keith Osborne | Year Posted 2016
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