Saying Goodbye

Some fit in our pocket,
some sleep on our bed.
They offer us comfort,
while words just get said.

They seem to know how we feel
and ask so little in return.
Pets have so much to give,
we have so much to learn.

It’s the kindest parting gift,
but so difficult to do.
We can’t let our friends suffer,
the way people are meant to.

So with a heavy heart
and a tear in our eye.
We make the hardest decision,
it’s time to say goodbye.

We will see our friends again,
when we are reunited up above.
It will be the most joyous time,
when we can shower each other with love.

by Kristine Gerster, DVM