The bond

It's hard for some to understand,

the bond between a dog and a man.

Yet others relate to what you feel,

because they too, have felt, the love so real.

 

If only they knew the warmth in the eyes,

of our tail wagging friends, that stand by our sides.

They stay beside us in protection and in strength,

yet still can lay in our arms the times they are weak.

 

Regardless of our mood, appearance or wealth,

they stay even more loyal in sickness and in health.

There's no judgement or criticism, no lies or deceit,

their love is unconditional as they lay by our feet.

 

If they fall ill, we hold on so tight,

with medications and love we put up a fight.

It is our time to return their years of loyalty and love,

unless another decision is made by God up above.

 

When they lay down their heads and raise their weak paw,

they let us know, we've both given it our all.

Their life here on earth was the fullest we could give,

as they rise in puppy spirit and cross the Rainbow Bridge.

 

They have no more pain and confusion, no worries, no fears,

just the memories that show deep in our tears.

The day will come, the bridge we will cross,

and at that moment, the time apart will be lost.

 

We will be reunited with tears of joy and laughter,

Never again a seperation, together, ever after.

 

(Author unknown)