A Bridge Called Love

It takes us back to brighter years,
to happier sunlit days
and to precious moments
that will be with us always.
And these fond recollections
are treasured in the heart
to bring us always close to those
from whom we had to part.
There is a bridge of memories
from earth to Heaven above...
It keeps our dear ones near us
It's the bridge that we call love.
Author Unknown

ALL CREATURES, GREAT & SMALL

All things bright and beautiful
All creatures great and small
All things wise and wonderful;
The Lord God made them all.
Each little flower that opens
Each little bird that sings,
He made their glowing colors,
He made their tiny wings.
He gave us eyes to see them,
And lips that we might tell
How great is God Almighty,
Who has made all things well.

Author Unknown

DEAREST FRIEND

I lost my dearest friend today,
No finer could be found.
My love for you is utmost true,
It has no endless bound.
So hard to say,
"Good bye" to you,
Forever, trusting friend,
I'll keep you in my memories,
I promise till the end.

Author Unknown

Golden Memories

They say memories are golden
well, maybe that is true
I never wanted memories
I only wanted you
A million times I cried
If love alone could have saved you
you never would have died
In life I loved you dearly
in death I love you still
In my heart you hold a place
no one else could fill
If tears could build a stairway
and heartache make a lane
I'd walk the path to Heaven
and bring you back again
Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same
But as God calls us back one by one
the chain will link again

Author Unknown

IF EVER YOU NEED ME

If ever you need me,
I'll be right here,
To chase away the sadness,
And wipe away a tear.
If ever you need me,
I'll be two steps behind,
To follow in your footsteps,
And hear what's on your mind.
If ever you need me,
You'll never have to fear,
That your presence isn't important,
And your love isn't dear.
If ever you need me,
I'll always be around,
to bring back the laughter,
Where deep in your heart it's found.
You'll never have to worry,
For I'll always be here,
To chase away the sadness,
And wipe away a tear.
I AM HERE FOR YOU!
(even in spirit)

Author Unknown

I’m Still Here

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."
I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times,
your hands reached down to me.
I was with you at the shops today,
Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you, that I'm not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house,
as you fumbled for your key. I gently put my paw on you,
I smiled and said "it's me."
You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.
It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."
You sat there very quietly,
then smiled, I think you knew ... in the
stillness of that evening,
I was very close to you. The day is over...
I smile and watch you yawning
and say "goodnight, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.
I have so many things to show you,
there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out ...
then come home to be with me.

Author Unknown

Last Request

LAST REQUEST

ALTHOUGH MY ABSENCE MAKES YOU SAD –
PLEASE DON’T GRIEVE TOO LONG FOR ME.
FOR FINALLY I AM AT PEACE –
MY PAIN IS GONE AND I AM FREE.

MY MEMORY WILL ALWAYS LIVE –
IN PICTURES TAKEN THROUGH THE YEARS.
AS YOU RECALL THOSE HAPPY TIMES,
PLEASE LET A SMILE REPLACE YOUR TEARS.

I HOPE YOU’LL FILL MY VACANT PLACE -
SINCE THERE ARE MANY STILL IN NEED –
OF ALL THE LOVE YOU ONCE GAVE ME.
I WAS THE LUCKY ONE INDEED!

THE BOND WE SHARED WILL NEVER DIE.
WE’LL MEET AGAIN SOMEDAY, I’M SURE.
FOR I’LL BE WAITING THERE FOR YOU-
WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT HEAVEN’S DOOR.

Carole R. Preble
Copyright 2005

Last Request

ALTHOUGH MY ABSENCE MAKES YOU SAD –
PLEASE DON’T GRIEVE TOO LONG FOR ME.
FOR FINALLY I AM AT PEACE –
MY PAIN IS GONE AND I AM FREE.

MY MEMORY WILL ALWAYS LIVE –
IN PICTURES TAKEN THROUGH THE YEARS.
AS YOU RECALL THOSE HAPPY TIMES,
PLEASE LET A SMILE REPLACE YOUR TEARS.

I HOPE YOU’LL FILL MY VACANT PLACE -
SINCE THERE ARE MANY STILL IN NEED –
OF ALL THE LOVE YOU ONCE GAVE ME.
I WAS THE LUCKY ONE INDEED!

THE BOND WE SHARED WILL NEVER DIE.
WE’LL MEET AGAIN SOMEDAY, I’M SURE.
FOR I’LL BE WAITING THERE FOR YOU-
WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT HEAVEN’S DOOR.

Carole R. Preble
Copyright 2005

MEMBER OF THE FAMILY

(all furry animals)

What would I do without you,
My precious Furry Friend?
Part mischief, but all blessing,
and faithful to the end!
You look at me with eyes of love,
You never hold a grudge,
You think I'm far too wonderful
To criticize or judge.
It seems your greatest joy in life
Is being close to me,
I think God knew how comforting
Your warm, soft fur would be.
I know you think you're human,
But I'm glad it isn't true,
The world would be a nicer place
If folks were more like you.
A few short years are all we have,
One day we'll have to part,
But you, my pet, will always have
A place within my heart.

Author Unknown

PAW PRINTS IN MY HEART

You came to me when I knew no love
And engraved your paw prints in my heart.
You left me later for the skies above
And made me wish we didn't part.
You taught me happiness was a treasure
When I was really down
You taught me joy and pleasure
And erased all my frowns,
You went away to help another
and left me a memory.
You flew beyond with a flutter,
And became a history.
You went through the gates,
To a special Rainbow Sky
You went there through three
life giving fates,
Who gave you the wings to fly
I envision you in the misty seas,
Where we used to play.
I imagine us in the gallant breeze,
Beneath warm golden rays.
I made a sacrifice that I thought you'd need,
I let you reach beyond.
I knew your soul would pay me heed,
And continue our precious bond.
I know your wings of translucent white
Will brush away my tears,
And in your highest height,
Watch as my sight then clears.
We were happy before you left
And we are still today,
Since after heaven committed its theft
You enlighten my paths and ways.
You came into my life as swiftly as a dream,
Then just as quick you had to part.
Thoughts only memories you left,
It may seem your tender prints
are on my heart.

Author Unknown

We Only Have Them For a Little While

We humans are prone to chase rainbows,
always wanting that pot of gold.
But the wisest of us remember the joy
of just a small creature to hold.
Allow yourself to accept their great gift,
and know what devotion is worth.
If you've been loved by a dog,
you're the richest person on earth.
But their lives are lived in miniature
bright sun to palest moon.
They bless our days with innocence,
and faithfulness that's stilled too soon.
These precious lives are fragile,
as fleeting as a baby's smile.
So give them all the love you have.
They're only ours for a little while.
And in the lonely moments
when you pause to wonder why,
hold close those brightest shooting stars
that burn so briefly in our sky.
But then look deeper in your heart to know
all love must intertwine,
and when the night sky seems the darkest,
you'll see their light forever shine.

Author Unknown

WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME

When tomorrow starts without me,
And I’m not there to see;
The sun will rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn’t cry
The way you did today,
Remembering how I’d lay my head
In your lap that special way.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you’ll miss me too.
But when tomorrow starts without me.
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name
And petted me with her hand.
She said my place was ready,
In Heaven far above,
And that I’d have to leave behind
All those I dearly love.
But, as I turned to heel away,
A tear fell from my eye,
For all my life I never thought
That I would have to die.
I had so much to live for,
So many “sits” and “downs” to do
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving you.
I thought about our lives together,
I know you must be sad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
And all the fun we had.
Remember how I’d nudge your hand,
And poke you with my nose?
The frisbee I would gladly chase,
The bad guy, I’d “bark and hold”.
If I could relive yesterday,
Just even for awhile,
I’d wag my tail and kiss you,
Just so I could see you smile.
But, then I fully realized,
That this could never be;
For emptiness and memories
Will take the place of me.
And when I thought of treats and toys,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you and when I did,
My dog-heart filled with sorrow.
But then I walked through Heaven’s gate,
And felt so much at home;
As God looked down and smiled at me,
From His beautiful golden throne.
He said, “This is eternity,
And now we welcome you,
Today your life on earth is past,
But here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
But today will always last;
For you see, each days’s the same day,
There’s no longing for the past.
Now you have been so faithful,
So trusting, loyal and true;
Though there were times you did things,
You knew you shouldn’t do.
But good dogs are forgiven,
And now at last you’re free;
So won’t you sit here by my side,
And wait right here with me?”
So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don’t think we’re far apart.
For every time you think of me,
I’m right there, in your heart.

Author Unknown

Why Are You Crying?

Why are you crying, I am not there.
Look not for me by the favorite chair,
I am not there.
See me not at the bed's foot,
nor at the door's step,
I am not there.
Do not look to the earth's cold hand,
it could not hold me,
I am not there.
Look to the midnight star, a comet's flash,
racing shadows in the field, sun lights
dance on water's edge.
Hear me, the rustle of the grass,
pine bough sigh, the beat of bird's wings,
the rain's quiet tattoo.
Feel me in your heart, for it is there I cannot leave.
Wait for my loving kiss, my paw's soft touch
at Rainbow Bridge.
I will meet you there, and we shall dance again,
together.
Author unknown