Sorrow fills a barren space;
you close your eyes and see my face
and think of times I made you laugh,
the love we shared, the bond we had,
the special way I needed you -
the friendship shared by just we two.

The day's too quiet, the world seems older,
the wind blows now a little colder.
You gaze into the empty air
and look for me, but I'm not there -
I'm in heaven and I watch you,
and I see the world around you too.

My pain and suffering came to an end,
so don't cry for me, my person, my friend.
But think of the living -
those souls with fur
(some who bark and some who purr) -
And though our bond can't be broken apart,
make room for another in your home and
your heart.

A PRAYER TO ST. PETER

I have traveled so far to reach this Pearly Gate.
But I do not want to wander beyond this place.
I just need to rest for awhile for my friend, I wait.

Please let them know I love them still.
With my body gone, my spirit flew on the wing of a dove.
To my Creators Heaven above.

Now I ask that I may wait. I will lay quietly by the gate.

For if I entered now without my friend.
It wouldn't be Heaven at all...

My Forever Friend 

I know that it must be different, 
now that I am no longer here. 
I realize how much I was loved 
and how all of you did care. 

I know it will be hard at first 
when you look around for me. 
Expecting to find me in my bed 
or beside my favorite tree. 

Someday you will begin to see, 
although it'll take some time, 
the happy times you shared with me, 
the memories are yours and mine. 

I'll remember you, my family, 
and how much you meant to me. 
So please don't grieve and don't be sad, 
it was just my time to leave.