My Forever Friend

 There’s something missing in my home,

I feel it day and night,

I know it will take time and strength

Before things feel quite right.

But just for now, I need to mourn,

My heart – it needs to mend,

Though some may say it’s “just a pet”

I know I’ve lost a friend.

You’ve brought such laughter to my home,

And richness to my days…

A constant friend through joy or loss,

With gentle, loving ways.

Companion, pal, and confidante,

A friend I won’t forget,

You’ll live for always in my heart,

My sweet, forever pet…

                                           By Suzanne Taylor