Letting Go

Tomorrow you must go to sleep

A sleep that will last forever

Tomorrow I know that I will weep

And remember the times that we shared together



You've always been a gentle pup

Who would always want attention

You've always wanted to be loved

You would always be given affection



I loved your energy as I walked into your view

You would begin to dance and jump

You were the most excited dog I knew



You would even dance around your food

Before you dug right in

You were always in a happy mood

Especially while eating your "din"



A tumor grew upon your side

But that did not let you down

Still you lived life for the ride

And never showed a frown



Your spirits were not shaken

You never moped around

But now tomorrow after you are taken

You will never make another sound



I will forever miss your stinky breath

And even your noisy gases

But everyone must come face to face with death

We all must say goodbye to someone who passes



Your tumor is a cancer that could be causing you pain

For this reason we must let you go

Without you at home, things just won't be the same

We'll mis you more than you know



Goodnight beloved Nina

May you truly rest in peace

Goodnight our precious Nina

May our memories and love for you never decease






Author's Notes/Comments: 

This poem is dedicated to Nina, our family Boxer. A dog that lived a good life but will forever be missed. RIP Nina (04/07/08)

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RainDreams's picture

touching... i feel for you. ive never had a pet die and i dont know what i'll do when my dog does. good poem.

Jessica Simmons's picture

A Pleasure to read!