The World Is Your Oyster

To lose your sight at any age
Such bad luck, such misfortune
Feeling your life has come to an end
When all you need is a loyal friend

You feel like a prisoner within your own frame
Unable to venture outside again
There is no incentive to carry on
Surrounded by blackness; your eyesight has gone
Life as you knew it has come to an end
You have no life, you cannot see, so let us not pretend

But wait, just open up your mind to see a shining light
She is Bella 
She’s your guide dog
She’s your eyes and your eyesight

Her black coat is so glossy, she is cute and oh so sweet
Her tender eyes, so loving, so black and oh so deep
As she gently guides you through your life, with unconditional love
Like an Angel she appeared for you, sent down from up above

As you start a life in tandem, many challenges you face
You venture out together at a slightly slower pace 
Traveling as one, as you tackle life’s ups and downs
No time for tears, no time for fears, no time for facial frowns

For that beautiful life that came through your door
Offering so much love and hope once more
The World is your Oyster, so much you can do
With Bella by your side, as she guides you safely through

Inspired to write this poem after sponsoring Bella a beautiful Guide Dog - 30th August 2018

BRIAN STRAND RHYMED Contest 
Sponsor Brian Strand
FIRST PLACE
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Alex Avatar
August 2, 2021 at 7:00 PM
The World is your Oyster, so much you can do With Bella by your side, as she guides you safely through Beautiful Creation. Congratulations on your win!
Gilmour Avatar
August 3, 2021 at 7:55 AM
Aww bless you dear Christuraj for your continued support my friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx
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