DM Babbit Poet Rhyme

Some Pets Stay

It's true, for some hearts burning embers
 that a pet is like a family member
and how painful life is, when they slip away
 but some pets stay.

Dutchboy wandered in some fourteen years ago
 a young pup on the run from one who did not know
he needed warmth and love and one owner strong
 the protector he would be, big and strong.

He played and barked 
 happy as a lark
he kept us safe and snug
 as he cuddled and hugged.
 
Eventually he slowed in his play
 and sad and unexpected, he slipped away
but some times in the quiet of the house
 I see his shadow walk, quiet as a mouse
and well I now know, 
 some pets protect us still 
waiting for Heaven to call us all
 and till then, they stay.



Constance La France
All Pets Go to Heaven
8/17/2020

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Valerie Staton September 16, 2020 at 7:54 PM I can relate to this poem. My sweet Callie is moving a bit slower. But her bark is still so very loud! I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful poem!

Constance La France August 31, 2020 at 9:44 AM DM, congratulations on your win in my All Pets Go To Heaven Challenge with this emotional write, it truly touched my heart, a FAV for me _Constance

Anne-Lise Andresen August 25, 2020 at 4:42 AM - It will be terribly quiet in the house ... congratulations on your top win, DM :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Sam Kauffman August 24, 2020 at 3:22 PM Sometimes, out of the corner of my eye, I think I get a glimpse of Ted. This is a wonderful take on the theme wrapped up in a wonderful comforting thought! Not alone, just awaiting reunion! Congratulations DM on your win!

Paula Goldsmith August 24, 2020 at 1:55 PM Congratulations on your win. I love your line, "waiting for Heaven to call us all." They are waiting for us. I cannot wait to see them. Enjoy your win and day................

Joseph P. DiMino August 17, 2020 at 12:02 PM This is just perfect! One I think every pet owner can relate to and appreciate. My cat, Shadow, though long gone I still image sometimes him snuggling next to me at night. A Fav for sure! Here is a link to one of mine I think you will especially understand and appreciate: http://www.mustlovecats.net/cat-had-a-pet.html