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When Forever Is Not Enough

When I had to leave, if you’re finding it tough.
Because forever would not have been enough.
Try not to let your lonely, broken heart, heave.
If you’re finding it tough when I had to leave.

I wanted to stay, I know you needed me,
Despite the love we shared, it wasn’t to be.
The memories we made, each and every day.
I know you needed me, I wanted to stay.

Walks on that trail when it was just you and me.
You liked showing me off for everyone to see.
My slobbery kisses, the pounding of my tail.
When it was just you and me, walks on that trail.

Being with you, it was always the best time for me.
If we were in the car or playing or just watching TV.
I always somehow knew what you wanted me to do.
It was always the best time for me, being with you.

I guess we always knew, my time here would be short,
And that extra time together just couldn’t be bought,
Even if that bridge takes me far, I’ll always love you, 
My time here would be short, I guess we always knew.

I’ll always be there, right there in your heart,
Because ours was a team that no one could part.
If you are feeling heartbroken, please know I care,
Right there in your heart, I’ll always be there.

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Daisy Meadows Date: 11/15/2023 12:59:00 AM A beautiful poem. Well written. Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 11/15/2023 5:15:00 AM Thank you so very much Jeanette

Constance La France Date: 10/20/2023 1:10:00 PM Speaks, wonderful poem and congratulations on your win in my contest, love the image, Constance Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:35:00 AM Thank you so much Constance. The freedom your contests give, brings our the best in poets, yet gives inspiration on what to write. I enjoy your contests best of all. Thank you.

Paula Goldsmith Date: 10/12/2023 3:04:00 PM Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading this one again. "Love It" FAV... Have a blessed day writing away..................... Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/15/2023 1:42:00 PM The main thing is that you and I and the other lovlies that commented, like it. Also, thank our Blessed Lord above, its fiction. Our wonderful pup is 9 which is old age in the life of a giant breed dog, but he is very healthy. :)

Paula Goldsmith Date: 10/9/2023 1:48:00 PM A wonderful yet sad write/picture. Love your line, " Because forever would not have been enough." A powerful line. Great ending. Have a wonderful day writing away................. Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:39:00 AM Thank you so much Paula. Your words of encouragement are a delight to read. A true inspiration. Really appreciate your kindness, and apologies for the delay in answering. I just don't want to miss a minute of my Granddaughter's visit.

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 10/9/2023 11:30:00 AM Hello Speaks Volumes, I ti hard to lose a pet. We love them so much, it hurts and breaks our hearts when they pass. At=fter all they are part of the family. enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene\ Login to Reply Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 10/21/2023 10:55:00 AM Hello Speaks volumes, you are welcome. Enjoy your weekend. /Darlene\ Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:40:00 AM Thank you Darlene for your lovely comment. My apology for the delay in replying.

Jay Narain Date: 10/9/2023 10:54:00 AM Sad and heartwarming poem. Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:41:00 AM Glad you liked it my dear Jay. Sorry for the delay in answering this. Best wishes SV

Sotto Poet Date: 10/9/2023 9:58:00 AM Dear, SV, I am so sorry for the loss you have suffered! This poetry is not only heartbreaking and moving, but it is also rather stunning in its own way. It is evidence of how much affection there was between the two of you. The way that the lines are rearranged in each stanza is something that truly appeals to me whilst they flow so well. Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:45:00 AM I joined a site for Bullmastiff lovers years ago, dear friend, and as with all giant breed dogs, they have a rather short lifespan. So many posts were from grieving owners. I wrote this as a condolence to each of the ones that had lost their pals. Luckily our beaut guy is healthy and about to turn 9 which is a good age for a BM. Thanks for your wonderful comment. Sorry for the delay in answering it.

J. Summers Date: 10/8/2023 3:27:00 PM Great poem, glad I found it. I especially liked that the poem is from the dogs point of view. What a loving relationship. Great job on the line reversals from verse to verse, it works really well. I am sorry for your loss. John Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:47:00 AM Your comment was well received John and very much appreciated. Thank you so much. Best wishes to you from SV Sorry for the delay in responding.

Yann Rolland Date: 10/8/2023 3:17:00 PM this is really a friend you have, saying goodbye is heartbrealing, you found the words to make me cry, take care Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/21/2023 8:33:00 AM You are a special person Yann with a big heart, and I so enjoy receiving you comments for me poetry. I am sorry this has taken so long to answer. Best wishes from SV

Kim Rodrigues Date: 10/8/2023 3:09:00 PM A beautiful write! A sad and heartwarming one too. My grandson’s beloved cat passed away too. Sorry for your loss! Login to Reply Speaks Volumes Date: 10/20/2023 2:33:00 AM Sorry for your son's loss Kim. We become so attached to our pets, saying goodbye seems impossible to even imagine. Thanks for your warming comment. Sorry this response was so late.