Permament Thread for Rainbow Bridge Poems

[Glynis]

Could we have a permament thread at the top of RB with all these beautiful poems in it, i'd like to be able to use them at times to send to friends, it would be easier to find them this way. Just a suggestion :)

[KimmiesGuineas]

Yeah, could we? I think that's a fabulous idea and more than once I've wanted to use a poem for someone or just because they're so beautiful, but it's hard to find them when they're all so scattered about.

Kimmie

[kellyandpiggies]

I like that idea too

[Niki]

I like that idea too


So do i :)

[baby-wilson]

Yep great Idea Glynis!! :)

We could make it so you could add more poems to it? makes it easier to find them :)

[lilgalnatalie]

i thinks its a great idea, i have wrote 3 rainbow bridge poem and lost them all. :'(

[Glynis]

OK our lovely mods, so what do you think??
I really feel this would be good for us all :)
I do hope we can do this soon, ummmm i'm happy to go thru back threads and find the poems etc.. .. to help :) :)
Just let me know O0

[Glynis]

Hi guys are we still considering this possibility???
After seeing Kelly's lovely web site and her RB page with the poems it makes it even more important for us to have this please :) :)
I respect you're busy so understand O0 :-* :-* :-* :-*

[kellyandpiggies]

Awwwww.. :)

Moderators. coo-eee :)

[starshine]

There are literally hundreds of threads in RB - if people give me a link on this thread to topics they want made sticky (permanently on front page) I'll see what I can do.

Kate

[Niki]

Here's some of the poems i found in RB & some i had myself, is it possible to have these as a permanent sticky in RB for people to use& add to :)


A Simple Message From Your Pet
by Ken D. Conover

To have loved and then said farewell is better than to have never loved at all.
For all of the times that you stooped and touched my head, fed me my favourite treat and returned the love that I so unconditionally gave to you.
For the care that you gave to me so unselfishly.
For all of these things I am grateful and thankful.

I ask that you grieve not for the loss but rejoice in the fact that we lived, loved and touched each other's lives.
My life was fuller because you were there, not as owner, but as my friend.

Today, I am as I was in my youth.

The grass is always green, butterflies flit among the flowers and the sun shines gently down upon all of God's creatures.
I can run, jump and play and do all of the things that I did in my youth.
There is no sickness, no aching joints and no regrets and no aging.

We await the arrival of our lifelong companions and know
that togetherness is forever.
You live in our hearts as we do in yours.

Companions such as you are very rare and unique.
Don't hold the love that you have within yourself.
Give it to another like me and then I will live forever.

For love never really dies and you are loved and missed as surely as we are.

Your pet in heaven.



Don't cry, Mummy,
I'm Okay!
The Angels came,
I couldn't stay.

God brought me home,
He loves me, too!
He said that I can
Watch over you.

I know you love me,
I love you, too.
That's why I'll do
My best for you.

That's my new job,
To wait for you
Until you come,
Here's what I'll do:

I'll run and romp,
And play with glee!
I'll chew the bark,
From the old apple tree!

But most of all,
I'll guard you well.
I'm up here watching,
Can't you tell?

Think of me,
I'll hear your voice.
Our time to part
Was not our choice

Kindness love and so much care
Knowing you were always there
You always took great care of me
Your little star, your special friend
Don’t think of today as the end. . . . .

Just a while for us to be apart
Remember i live on forever in your heart.



Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there......I do not sleep
I am the thousand winds that blow.....
I am the diamond glints on snow.....
I am the sunlight on ripened grain....
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you waken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of gentle birds in circling flight........
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.....
I am not there...............I did not die.............
Forever in our hearts and always fond loving memories
We will be together again one day.



The nights are long I cannot sleep
I close my eyes and start to weep
The memories of you they linger on
I can't believe that now you've gone.

The dawn comes up and I awake
My eyes are red, my hands they shake
As I reach down to pat your head
It's then I realise that you are dead.

You were my sun, my life, my joy
God be with you my boy.
The heaven I know awaits with care
when I'm dead I'll join you there.

We'll walk again, you by my side
My heart will swell and burst with Pride
A team again just you and I
Please forgive me while I cry.

So sleep in peace my dear best friend
It's just a pause but not the end
A last Big hug and tears I shed.
The day has Come I knew I'd dread.



I lay in bed last night,
but i couldn't sleep,
thinking of the pet i lost,
and hole in my heart so deep.
i thought of my angel,
who made me laugh and smile,
who made life seem good,
made it all seem worthwhile.
A bank of tears flooded.
nd surrounded me my state,
today i hadn't drank,
nor had i ate.
I was full with memories,
so to but my mind to ease
i read a magazine, about rainbow bridge
and how many pets where pleased.
i pictured mountains of fields
a colourful arch in the sky,
a place full of happiness
where pets go where they die.
then i imagined myself there
and a gang of species approach,
and from the crowd a pet appears
its someone special, that i no.
Then i feel warthm again
and the feeling it will be alright,
and the sun in shining on me,
i been at rainbow bridge all night.



When the time comes that you go far away
To rainbow bridge to wheek and play
Don't forget your mummy here
Her cheeks so wet with salty tears
Don't forget the times we played
peek a boo inside your hay
Don't forget my cheery "hey"
When I came home from a hard day

I won't forget your loving paw
Or your piggy kisses on my jaw
I won't forget when I was blue
You seemed to know and loved me too
When the time comes that you go far away
One day I will join you and again we will play



Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor;
Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing;
They each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance.
His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....



Guinea pigs to heaven will go,
While humans are left on Earth below.
Yet in this world so harsh and cold,
As all of you have thus been told,
There once was here a guinea born,
His passing hath our hearts all torn.



LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF A CAT
by Margaret Trowton

When humans die, they make a will
To leave their homes, and all they have to those they love.

I, too, would make a will, if I could write.

To some poor, wistful, lonely stray

I leave my happy home,

My dish, my cosy bed, my cushioned chair, my toy

The well-loved lap,

The gently stroking hand,

The loving voice,

The place I made in someone's heart,

The love, that at the last

Could help me to a peaceful, painless end

Held in loving arms.


If I should die,

Oh! Do not say:

"No more a pet I'll have

To grieve me by its loss!"

Seek out some lonely, unloved cat

And give my place to him.

This is my legacy

The love I leave behind

'Tis all I have to give.



Please do not cry for me
Do not weep
For I'm not gone
I'm just asleep

I had to go
I couldn't stay
And we'll meet again
One day

Just remember
the times we had
For i don't want
you to be sad

I'm free from pain
And of that i'm glad


IF IT SHOULD BE

If it be, I grow frail and weak
And pain should wake me from my sleep
Then you must do what must be done
For this last battle just can't be won

You will be sad, I understand
Don't let your grief, then stay your hand
For this day, more than all the rest
Your love and friendship stands the test

We've had so many happy years
What is to come will hold no fears
You'd not want me to suffer
When it's time, please let me go

Take me where my needs they'll tend
Only stay with me until the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see......

I know in time you too will see
It is a kindness that you do to me
Although my tail, it's last has waved
From pain and suffering, I've been saved

Do not grieve that it should be you
Who has to decide this thing to do
We've been close, we two, these years
Don't let you heart hold any tears


GOD BLESS OUR PETS
They say memories are golden
Well, maybe that is true

I never wanted memories
I only wanted you

A million times i needed you
A million times i've 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 could ever fill

It tears could build a stairway
And heartache make a lane

I'd walk the path to heaven
And bring you back again

Our family's chain is broken
And nothing seems the same

But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again


Request From Rainbow Bridge
by Constance Jenkins

Weep not for me though I am gone
Into that gentle night.
Grieve if you will, but not for long
Upon my soul's sweet flight.
I am at peace, my soul's at rest
There is no need for tears.
For with your love I was so blessed
For all those many years.
There is no pain, I suffer not,
The fear now all is gone.
Put now these things out of your thoughts,
In your memory I live on.
ReMember not my fight for breath
ReMember not the strife.
Please do not dwell upon my death,
But celebrate my life.

[kellyandpiggies]

:( me blubbing

[Glynis]

That's brilliant thanks love :o :o :o O0 O0 O0 O0
Wow you're great thanks for that :smitten: :smitten: :smitten: :smitten:

OK mods what do you think???? Can we pop these up and then add poems etc.. as time goes on??

[Niki]

Some more poems

Beyond the Rainbow

As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on earth would fade.
I saw a wonderous image then of a place that's trouble-free
Where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.

I saw the most beautiful Rainbow, and on the other side
Were meadows rich and beautiful--lush and green and wide!
And running through the meadows as far as the eye could see
Were animals of every sort as healthy as could be!
My own tired, failing body was fresh and healed and new
And I wanted to go run with them, but I had something left to do.

I needed to reach out to you, to tell you I'm alright
That this place is truly wondrful, then a bright Glow pierced the night.
'Twas the Glow of many Candles shining bright and strong and bold
And I knew then that it held your love in its brilliant shades of gold.

For although we may not be together in the way we used to be,
We are still connected by a cord no eye can see.
So whenever you need to find me, we're never far apart
If you look beyond the Rainbow and listen with your heart.


May I Go

Do you think the time is right?
May I say goodbye to pain filled days and endless lonely nights?
I've lived my life and done my best, an example tried to be.
So can I take that step beyond, and set my spirit free?
I didn't want to go at first, I fought with all my might.
But something seems to draw me now to a warm and living light.
I want to go, I really do; it's difficult to stay.
But I will try as best I can to live just one more day.
To give you time to care for me and share your love and fears.
I know you're sad and afraid, because I see your tears.
I'll not be far, I promise that, and hope you'll always know,
That my spirit will be close to you wherever you may go.
Thank you so for loving me. You know I love you too,
And that's why it's hard to say goodbye and end this life with you.
So hold me now just one more time and let me hear you say,
Because you care so much for me, you'll let me go today.


If only you could see through my eyes,
My life has been good.
You were my companion and friend
I see you crying and upset,
but this time I can not be there for you.
My body won't let me.
You did not want to let me go,
but you knew what was best for me.
I am in a good place now
You took my pain away.
In my eyes you were the best!
Loyal to each other until the end.
I can comfort you only with my memory.
My life was good because of you.


Miss Me, But Let Me Go

When I come to the end of the road and the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not too long, and not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that we once shared.
Miss me, but let me go.
This is a journey that we all must take, and each must go alone.
It’s all part of the Master’s Plan. It’s a step on the road to home.
Miss me, but let me go.
When you are lonely and sick of heart, go to the friends we know,
And bury your sorrows in doing deeds.
Miss me, but let me go.


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 out 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 every day.
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 almost 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

[Niki]

FORGET-ME-NOT
By Snoopy

I am the smile on a sunlit sky
I am the warm summer breeze
I am the blossom in springtime
That blows from fruiting trees
I am the warmth in winter
That protects you from the freeze

I am the memory that spurs you on
When everything seems forlorn
I am the strength you need
When your body is poorly or worn

I am the one that's with you
When you feel all is lost
I am the one who's by your side
At any cost

I am the one who's with you
When you are in your slumber
And when you have good fortune
I am your lucky number

I am the one who thinks of you
Every day and night
I am the one because
You helped me through my plight

I am the one who loves you,
Worships you and cares
I am the one who thinks of you
Because you're always there

I am the one who's always yours
Because you set me free
I am the one who'll wait for you
I know you're waiting for me

We'll meet again, don't worry
Please don't be sad or cry
You should have known this Mummy
That's why we didn't say goodbye

[Sehnsucht]

oh god im in tears :'(

[Billies Mum]

Me too!

[Sehnsucht]

I know your heavy heart is sad,
within your eye a bitter tear.
As you remember all you had
with one you once had held so dear.

This too shall pass, the Proverbs say,
and that old sun will shine again.
Before you know, there'll come a day
when you can smile and tears will end.

I know it hurts right now,
but just hang on.
With time, the day will come
the pain is gone.
If you let it hold you down,
you'll never last.
If you just hang on a while,
the pain will pass.

I know you're feelin' all you've lost,
but just remember all you've gained.
And as you heart is torn and tossed,
a little time will ease the pain.

I know you're feelin' all alone.
the footprints stopped upon the sand.
Remember there is always one
who will be there to lend a hand

I know it hurts right now,
but just hang on.
With time, the day will come
the pain is gone.
If you let if keep you down,
you'll never last.
If you just hang on a while,
the pain will pass.













IF I SHOULD GROW FRAIL

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain does keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done
For this - the last battle - can't be won.

You will be sad I understand
But don't let grief then stay your hand.
For on this day, more than the rest
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.

Take me to where my needs they'll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end.
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don't grieve that it must now be you
Who has to decide this thing to do.
We've been so close - we two- these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.


















I've been the best friend I can be

You've done all you can do for me

So now I cry to help you see

The time has come to set me free.



My days here are no longer fun

I long to be where I can run

To grassy fields warmed by the sun

Where friends wait for me to come.



You cannot bear to say good-by

We feel the same, both you and I

But I have grown so tired and weak

My body yearns for peaceful sleep.



They say all good things must end

But Please Remember this my friends

That when my life on earth is thru

My spirit will live on with you.

[Sehnsucht]

WITH ANGELS THEY PLAY

They haven't really been taken away.
They have only gone with the Angels to play.
They have been given wings with which to fly.
All their troubles have passed them by.

Their life in heaven now must start.
But we'll hold their memory in our hearts.
Nothing about them will be forgotten.
But now they sleep on billowy clouds of cotton.






We thought of you with love today.
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday.
And days before that too.

We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.
Now all we have is memories.
And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake.
With which we'll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
We have you in our heart.









With heavy hearts; and a tear in our eyes,
after all these years; we must say goodbye.
Please understand; we've done all we could,
if there was anything we could do; you know we would.

I'm sitting right here; gently rub your ears,
while I talk to you softly; trying to hold back the tears.
The memories you gave us; we'll never forget,
especially the ones; of the day we all met.

One last hug; and one last kiss,
you have no idea;how much you'll be missed.
To look into your eyes; this one last time,
you tell me it's ok; you know it's your time.

Close your eyes now; and go to sleep,
we'll pray to the Lord; you're soul he'll keep.
Go in peace now; our good friend,
we'll stay right here with you; until the end.

Dream of that special day and time,
when we'll meet at the Bridge; and all will be fine.
We'll run and play; side by side,
with a soft warm feeling; deep down inside.

Your memory will live on; in each one of us,
you'll always be number 1; to all of us.
Have a safe journey; through the night,
I promise when you awake; you'll be in God's light.



















And God asked the guinea spirit, are you ready to come home?
Oh, yes, quite, so, replied the precious soul.
And, as a piggy, you know I am most able to decide anything for myself.

Are you coming then? asked God.
Soon, replied the furry angel,
but I must come slowly for my human friends are troubled.
For you see, they need me, quite certainly.

But don't they understand? asked God,
that you'll never leave them?
That your souls are intertwined for all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed?
It just IS .... forever and ever and ever.

Eventually they will understand, replied the glorious guinea
For I will whisper into their hearts
that I am always with them.
I just AM .... forever and ever and ever.











They say memories are golden,
well, maybe that is true.
I never wanted memories, I only wanted you.

A million times I needed 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 could ever 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 one by one,
the chain will link again.










I was chosen today,
I'm learning to fly,
The world took me away,
but please don't you cry.

And I chose you today
to try and be strong
so please don't you cry
and don't say that I'm gone.

When you're feeling alone,
just remember our love.
I'm up near the stars,
looking down from above.

Remember our love,
In a moment you'll see,
that I'm still here beside you
when you're thinking of me.










Just this side of Heaven, before the Pearly Gates
Is a sunny meadow where your pets can rest and wait.
It's where the slanting sunshine meets the highest clouds,
A floating bridge of rainbows, so far above the ground.

This is where we wait for you, if we have gone before,
Just out of sight of mortals, just outside heaven's door;
Here we play in sunshine, frolic free from age or pain,
And anticipate the joyful time when we will meet again.

Every pet that's lived on Earth can bide his time, can wait,
For that special person to come walking to the Rainbow Gates,
And everyone who's loved a pet will find them safely here,
Frolicking on Rainbow Bridge till your own time draws near.

One day there comes a feeling, a trembling in the air,
And then we know it's time to run and come to meet you there,
Faster and faster on that day, across Rainbow Bridge we'll run,
To meet the humans we love best, come walking in the sun.

Alas my friend you cannot pass across Rainbow Bridge with me,
But when your time for glory comes, waiting for you I'll be -
Then together we will walk upon a path of glittering light,
No more to suffer, nor to part, but to live forever side by side.

Every pet that's lived on Earth can bide his time and wait
Until together with his person he goes through those Pearly Gates,
And everyone who's loved a pet, you'll find them waiting here,
Safe and sound on Rainbow Bridge till your own time draws near.











I'm Free

Don't grieve for me; for now I'm free, I'm following the path God layed for me, I took his lead when I heard Him call, I turned back and then left it all,

I could not stay another day, To purr, to love, to work, or play, Events uncompleted must stay that way, I'm found at peace at the close of the day.

If my parting left a void, then fill it with remembered joy, A friendship shared, a purr, a kiss, Oh yes, these things I, too, will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much: Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief, Lift up your heart and share with me; God wanted me now, he set me free.

[Niki]

They are lovely  :'( :'( :'( :'(

[CavyChick777]

I am crying so hard now, tears are running down my face, I'm thinking of my little Ebony and what I could have done to save her......

[Glynis]

Oh love, please don't do this to yourself, little Ebony wanted to go to the bridge it was her time :'( you did everything you could just sometimes we can't help anymore :'(

Aren't they beautiful poems and pieces :smitten: :smitten: :smitten: :smitten: we have to thank some lovely people for them, Niki's OH wrote some nice words too :smitten: :smitten: :smitten:

[Jen]

It's been almost 2yrs since my little Sugar Plum Fairy crossed the rainbow bridge...

I have written a poem for her, she deserves it...

(I am actually in tears after finding the nice photo of her and writing her poem)

She died November 17th 2005, just before her 2nd Birthday, she had been ill for sometime, but she kept strong so we (the vet and me) decided she could live her natural life :)

So here it is...

Sugar

Letting go of my girl was so scary,
Rest in peace my little Sugar Plum Fairy.

It’s been nearly 2 years now,
I’ve found a way to cope, I don’t know how.

You were once my shining star,
You always will be, by far.

Oh, Sugar, you were so sweet,
Once again, we will meet.

Now you look down upon me,
I hope you forgive me, it wasn’t my fault, you see.

I never wanted to lose you,
But the time had come, and I had too.

That awful day back in November,
How could I forget, I’ll always remember.

That day was the end,
I’ll always miss you my special friend

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d191/croft_hamstery/Sugar/Sugar.jpg

[CobwebandPigpig]

Oh Jen - that's lovely :'(

[Jen]

Still bring tears to my eyes :(

[Tommies Mam]

I have just come across this thread and I am in floods :'( :'( my little girl passed away a month ago tomorrow while was on holiday in Malta and it hurts so much that I wasn't there for her when her time came, I can't help but wonder if I in some way contributed to her death by leaving her.

[jnenbnb]

Don't blame yourself, there's nothing you could have done it was just her time :'( all these poems are so sad but lovely, we got one of them in the little box when our cat was cremated last year and it still makes me cry now xxx

[Alfie]

:'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
beautiful poems and tributes. :smitten: :smitten: :smitten:

[poco_figgy]

Willy Woolly Man
i loved you so much
when i cuddled you so much

you were so sweet
when you made a wheet

i cant stop thinking of you
only 9 months you got through

then you got ill and we put you in the car
but you opened your mouth and died in romy's arms

at least your life was great
not full of hurt and hate

i'll always remember you...

love from Milla to my guinea pig who died of a heart attack because of the heat











like it? i know its sad

[poco_figgy]

i miss him :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( can't stop thinking about him

[wheek]

goodness, these are lovely, the tears r trippin off the end of my chin.... i hope everyone finds some words of comfort here!!!

and take heed from ^^^ the words... if love could save them , they'd never die!

[poco_figgy]

i've got willy an other gravestone for his birthday on the 26th of october


he'd be one year old this year

[Toby&Patchy]

Dear Speedy.

When I first saw you, My eyes gleamed with love.
The way you zoomed around. The lady couldnt catch you.
You where grey all over, But with white on your head.
Remember that time, when snuggles got out?
Ah. We put you in your run.
You speaked for your mate, He squeaked back.
The way you nibbled me,
The way you thought my finger was food.
The way you ran.
I still miss all this.
And remember that dreadful night.
It was still light.
If only I closed your cage sooner.

Run over the bridge freely boy. Just watch over my new ones. When I first got patchy. I was telling him about you. He sqeaked. Love you dearly :smitten:

Hello Snuggles,
Haha, the way we found you. We couldnt choose one!
Then we saw a bum.
Sticking out of the hayrack i MEAN.
You was sleeping, in the hey.
The way you peed on me when I held you.
The way you froze with fear.
I think you went all around our hometown.
You got out and always came back.
that night when you get lost.
We had the whole town looking for you.
We put speedy in his run.
Turns out you was under the cage,
You was always a lazy sod.
Couldnt be bothered to walk,
You sat on your bum
I was too soft.
Hand fed you I did.
But you always stayed healthy,
Ran around sometimes.
Raced with speedy
But you could never catch up

Hope youve won a race on the bridge Snuggles.


Speedy your like Patchy,
Snuggles your like Toby

[Sophie1307]

That was really sweet Patchy! :smitten: :smitten: R.I.P Speedy and Snuggles.

[rachx]

Crying soooo much at the moment 'Ox

[BlueRose120]

omg, i am like completely BAWLING here and can;t seem to stop. i , today, just lost my precious little baby Shadow. i will have to write some remembrance poems too.

[CharlotteFletcher]

A gift for such a little while,
your loss just seems so wrong,
you should not have left before us,
it’s with loved ones you belong.




As we look back over time
We find ourselves wondering .....
Did we remember to thank you enough
For all you have done for us?
For all the times you were by our sides
To help and support us .....
To celebrate our successes
To understand our problems
And accept our defeats?
Or for teaching us by your example,
The value of hard work, good judgement,
Courage and integrity?
We wonder if we ever thanked you
For the sacrifices you made.
To let us have the very best?
And for the simple things
Like laughter, smiles and times we shared?
If we have forgotten to show our
Gratitude enough for all the things you did,
We're thanking you now.
And we are hoping you knew all along,
How much you meant to us.





Who She Was
The memories of the past are vague
The hurts are forever and forgiven
What I have today is what there is forever
And those are the memories of all I have to hold on to.

In my mind I remember a face-one of beauty
One with rarely a frown
And almost always a smile

Never a harsh word-just a kind gentle smile
I hear her voice as she says kind words to all who she knew
The words were always soft
And they were who she was
I will forever hear her say “Hi Honey” soft and gentle was her voice

In the air I breathe
I know she is there
To guide and protect all who she loved
I will forever be grateful
I was born through her to love
I am now who she was



Gone yet not forgotten,
although we are apart,
your spirit lives within me,
forever in my heart.



I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new
I thought about you yesterday and days before that too,
I think of you in silence I often speak your name
All I have are memories and your picture in a frame
Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part
God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.





No farewell words were spoken,
no time to say goodbye, you were
gone before we knew it, and only
God knows why.

[CharlotteFletcher]

We’ve shared our lives these many years. You’ve held
My hand; you’ve held my heart. So many blessings, so
few tears – Yet for a moment, we must part. The
memories you’ve given me are times I’ve shared with
my best friend I’ll hold them, Love. Right here they’ll
be until we share our lives again


Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh
And talk of me as if I were beside you. I loved
You so—‘twas heaven here with you


What we have once enjoyed
we can never lose;
All that we love deeply,
becomes a part of us.



Alone Again
Some days the road once traveled is a saddened trail,
Some days it's roses and it feels so good just to be alive.

Some days we feel like no one is out there who cares,
And you are the only one left to pick up the broken pieces
life has left you to deal with.

Love can be such a wondrous thing and it can also
hurt like a thorn; pricking every feeling and emotion
left inside you.

Sometimes love just stinks and other times
it makes one feel warm and tingly inside.

When the love is gone...
The hurt begins for one or both...
Someone always gets hurt in the end.

Two hearts beating as one...
Two hearts now broken apart.

As the story goes,
I found myself falling in love...
And now I find myself falling apart.

Love can be grand...
It can also tear you apart until you
feel like you can't go on.

You left when I needed you the most...
But I am strong and I will mend and
fall in love all over again.





If I should go tomorrow
It would never be goodbye,
For I have left my heart with you,
So don't you ever cry.
The love that's deep within me,
Shall reach you from the stars,
You'll feel it from the heavens,
And it will heal the scars.




Death is Nothing

Death is nothing at all
I have only slipped away into the next room
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other
That we still are.

Call me by my old familiar name
Speak to me in the easy way which you always used
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes

We enjoyed together.

Play, smile, think of me, pray for me,
Let my name be ever the household word that
It always was.

Let it be spoken without effort,
Without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant
It is the same as it ever was
There is absolutely unbroken continuity.

Why should I be out of mind because I am
Out of sight? I am but waiting for you
For an interval
Somewhere very near
Just around the corner .
All is well.







Love Lives On
Those we love remain with us
for love itself lives on,
and cherished memories never fade
because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
more than a thought apart,
far as long as there is memory,
they'll live on in the heart.
To laugh often and much;
to win the respect of the intelligent people
and the affection of children;
to earn the appreciation of honest critics
and endure the betrayal of false friends;
to appreciate beauty;
to find the best in others;
to leave the world a bit better
whether by a healthy child,
a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition;
to know that one life has breathed easier
because you lived here.
This is to have succeeded.





There is a special place in our hearts
for those we have loved, for those who have loved us
without question, without a word or promise...
There is a special place where there is no pain or fear,
where love flows freely...
There is a special place to rest in our hearts forever.




If I could have a lifetime wish
a dream that would come true
I'd pray to God with all my heart
for yesterday and you.
A thousand words can't bring you back
I know because I've tried
And neither will a million tears
I know because I've cried.
You left behind my broken heart
and happy memories too
I never wanted memories...
I only wanted you.

[poppy1775]

Beyond The Rainbow


As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on earth would fade.
I saw a wondrous image then of a place that's trouble-free
Where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.

I saw the most beautiful Rainbow, and on the other side
Were meadows rich and beautiful -- lush and green and wide!
And running through the meadows as far as the eye could see
Were animals of every sort as healthy as could be!
My own tired, failing body was fresh and healed and new
And I wanted to go run with them, but I had something left to do.

I needed to reach out to you, to tell you I'm alright
That this place is truly wonderful, then a bright Glow pierced the night.
'Twas the Glow of many Candles shining bright and strong and bold
And I knew then that it held your love in its brilliant shades of gold.

For although we may not be together in the way we used to be,
We are still connected by a cord no eye can see.
So whenever you need to find me, we're never far apart
If you look beyond the Rainbow and listen with your heart






We wish we could have told you,
in words you'd understand,
We wanted you to stay with us.
This wasn't what we'd planned.

We wish somehow to tell you,
How empty we now feel.
A part of us went with you,
A part that time can't heal.

We wish we'd once more hear you,
in your softly, rumbling purr,
to hold you on our laps again
and stroke your golden fur.

We wish we had you back again,
to fill this empty space.
But one day we'll be together
in a far, far better place.





They say memories are golden
well maybe that is true.
I never wanted memories,
I only wanted you.

A million times I needed 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 could ever 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 one by one,
the chain will link again.

[CharlotteFletcher]

I do not need a special day to bring you to my mind.
The days I do not think of you are very hard to find.
Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone.
And no one knows the heartache as I try to carry on.
My heart still aches with sadness and secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you no one will ever know.
My thoughts are always with you, your place no one can fill.
In life I loved you dearly; in death I love you still.



God saw you getting tired. When a cure was not to be,
He closed his arms around you and whispered, "Come to Me".
In tears we saw you sinking. We watched you fade away.
Our hearts were almost broken, you fought so hard to stay.
But when we saw you sleeping so peacefully free from pain,
We could not wish you back to suffer so again.
So keep your arms around him Lord, and give him special care.
Make up for all he suffered and all that seemed unfair.





We little knew that morning,
God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you,
You did not go alone.
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.



In tears we saw you sinking,
And watched you pass away.
Our hearts were almost broken,
We wanted you to stay.
But when we saw you sleeping,
So peaceful, free from pain,
How could we wish you back with us,
To suffer that again.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you,
The day God took you home.






A million times we needed you,
A million times we cried,
If love alone would have saved you,
You would of never died.

In life we loved you dearly,
In death we love you still,
In our hearts you hold a place,
No one can ever fill.

A light from our household is gone,
A voice from our love is stilled,
A place in our vacant home,
Which never can be filled.
Some may think you are forgotten,
Though on earth you are no more,
But in our memory you are with us,
As you always were before.

It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone,
A part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.

Your precious memories are for keepsakes,
with which we never part,
God has you safely in his keeping,
But we have you forever in our hearts

[CharlotteFletcher]

In Our Hearts
(author unknown)

We thought of you with love today.
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday.
And days before that too.
We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.
Now all we have is memories.
And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake.
With which we'll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
We have you in our heart..



In Our Hearts
(adapted by Jean Gifford)

We thought of you with love today.
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday.
And days before that too.
We think of you in silence.
We remember how you look.
Now all we have is memories.
And your pictures in our book.
Your memory is out keepsake.
With which we'll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
We have you in our heart..

[CharlotteFletcher]

Our memories build a special bridge
when loved ones have to part
to help us feel we're with them still
and sooth a grieving heart.
Our memories span the years we shared,
preserving ties that bind,
They build a special bridge of love
and bring us peace of mind.

[choloe]

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z232/petal04/angel%20pets/1-ourlivesjourneytogether.gif
Through life's journey we took a ride,
The times you spent by my side,
You always were there as my best friend,
But we knew one day, there would be an end.
Heavens doors are open, just walk through the gates,
In this Animal Kingdom sunshine awaits,
To a place you can run free, never grow old,
A world full of freedom, rivers of gold.
Towards the rainbow, you can play and run,
Or in the green fields, you relax in the sun,
Under the trees, just rest in the shade,
As this is the place where dreams are made.

No pain or suffering exists in this place,
Only fields of endless happiness, butterflies you chase.
Beyond the hills you lead your friends,
As my broken heart tries to mend.
When I light a candle and whisper your name,
This shall become forever, an endless flame.
When you look down from pet heaven, see tears on my cheek,
Make me strong please my baby, day by day, week by week.
When I look amongst the stars for you,
I can see you shining in heaven, it's true,
Just wait for me, I'll see you one day,
But now my friend, just relax or play...

Author:Christian Mitchell

gypsy are sweet little one, your life went by so fast
though we are seperated our love will always last.
when you left our hearts were torn apart with the pain
our tears and prayers we said were all in vain

we will never forget you our dear one
and when we are reunited when are life is done
we will play and be together forever
nothing will come between us not now never!

though our hearts are in pain and our eyes weep with tears
we will hold you and the times we shared close over the years
for now our hearts ache and our eyes are sore
for you dear gypsy for the dear cat we love and adore.
run free our darling dear sweet friend
and know one day we'll be together again in the end.

gypsy born 4th nov 1993(?) died 12.50pm south australian time 26th march 2008.
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z232/petal04/angel%20pets/angelkitty.jpg be free angel and be in our hearts forever!

[CharlotteFletcher]

Don't weep at my grave,
For I am not there,
I've a date with a butterfly
To dance in the air.
I'll be singing in the sunshine,
Wild and free,
Playing tag with the wind,
While I'm waiting for thee.

[CharlotteFletcher]

To you, to tell you that I loved you, to say
What now must be one long, unbroken cry
Of pain, now that at last you've gone away.
I cannot tell you what a joy it was
To be the one to tend you in your need.
The burden was a gift, for giving does
Not burden one who loves, though loving bleed.
I wish I could have been with you when you,
Perhaps aware, perhaps not, turned towards death
Alone, with no one there to wonder to,
To share your fear, your hand, your one last breath.
I wish, I wish, I wish . . . but it is done,
And now I must surrender what is gone.










I have so many things to see and do.
You must not tie yourself to me with tears
Be happy that we had so many years I gave
you love, you can only guess
how much you gave me in happiness
I thank you for the love each have shown
but now it is time I traveled alone.
So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must,
then let your grief be comforted by trust
It is only for a while that we must part
so bless those memories within your heart
I will not be far away, for life goes on.













so if you need me, call and Iwill come.
Though you cannot see or touch me, I will be near
And if you listen with your heart, you will hear
All of my love around you, soft and clear.
Then when you must come this way alone,
I will greet you with a smile and "welcome home"

[CharlotteFletcher]

To My Family, With Love
As much as I loved the life we had and all the times we played,
I was so very tired and knew my time on Earth would fade.
I saw a wondrous image then of a place that's trouble free
Where all of us can meet again to spend eternity.
I saw the most beautiful rainbow, and on the other side
Were meadows rich and beautiful-lush and green and wide!
And running through the meadows, as far as the eye could see
Were animals of every sort, as healthy as could be!

My own tired, failing body was fresh and healed new
And I wanted to run with them, but I had something left to do.
I needed to reach out to you, to tell you I'm alright,
That this place is truly wonderful, then a bright glow pierced the night.

'Twas the glow of many candles shining bright and strong and bold
And I knew then that it held your love in its brilliant shades of gold.
For although we may not be together in the way we used to be,
We are still connected by a cord no eye can see.

So whenever you need to find me, we're never far apart
If you look beyond the rainbow, and listen with your heart.
Forever beyond the rainbow, we'll always be near,
Love and miss you, throughout the years.

- author unknown

[CharlotteFletcher]

MY FOREVER PET
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 have lost a friend.

You've brought much 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....

-Author unknown

[Clare]

Remember Our Love

I was chosen today
I'm learning to fly
the world took me away,
but please don't you cry

And I chose you today
to try and be strong
so please don't you cry
and don't say that I'm gone

When you're feeling alone
just remember our love,
I'm up near the stars
looking down from above.

Remember our love
In a moment you'll see
that I'm still here beside you
when you're thinking of me.

[sharonS]

If I should grow frail ( author unknown)

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
and pain does keep me from my sleep,
then will you do what must be done,
For this - the last battle - can't be won.

You will be sad I understand
But don't let grief then stay your hand.
For on this day, more than the rest
Your love and friendship must stand the test.
We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so
When the time comes, please,let me go.

Take me to where my needs they'll tend
Only, stay with me till the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see,
I know in time you will agree
it is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail last has waved,
From pain and suffering i have saved.

Don't grieve that it must be you,
who had to decide this thing to do.
We've been so close -we two -these years.
Don't let your heart hold sadness and tears.


Dedicated to all our lost furry friends.

[Tayz]

This is for my schools project, we were hatching baby chickens from eggs. I got the smallest, fluffiest chicken. The moment I laid eyes on him, I never wanted to have another chicken. He was a breathtaking little chicken. Many of the students in my class admired him. But when all the other chickens weighed 100 grams and had their mature wings, and poor Fluffy had no mature wings and only weighed 43 grams, I knew something was wrong. We fought every step of the way, trying to get him heavier. I sat with him, holding chicken crumble,what I had crunched even tinier, in my hand, hoping he would eat. He got better though. He got his mature wings, but only weighed around the 40 mark still. He was 5 weeks old and looked as though he was 24 hours old. Everyone's chickens became quite ugly, they were all getting their new feathers and body. But fluffy stayed the same as though he were less than 24 hours old. His favourite thing to do would be nestled in my warm hands close to my heart. He would sleep quietly and make no sounds.
He went downhill yesterday. He couldn't bring his head up, he couldn't open his eyes and he couldn't move. I held his small lifeless body in my hands, stroking it quietly, trying to think of a solution. My friend grabbed a water bowl and brought it out. I helped Fluffy get his head into the water bowl and he drank quickly and desperately. All of a sudden, he was my beautiful happy boy again. He could lift his head, open his eyes and even move, and even chirp! He chirped for the first time at me. The lunchtime I sat in there trying, begging him to drink more and eat. He ate a few crumbles and drank quite a bit, but was looking worse, so I gave him a gentle kiss and let him back into his cage for sleep and headed for class. Little did I know that would be the last time I ever saw him. Today I went down to the room to help him drink somemore water, but during the night, my little boy fell asleep and never woke up.
Today I mourned his death silently, and made a poem for my breathtaking Fluffy

Fluffy's Poem

You were young, you never got a choice
To let out your highpitching voice.
Time went by, but you never got older.
A few days ago, I noticed you were colder.
I tried my hardest to save you,
But it wasn't enough that day.
God sent his angels and took you away...


Rest In Peace Fluffy, Your tiny feet left footprints in my heart forever..

[Laura-CCC4]

This is the poem my mum wrote for me when my Charlie pig died in March 08. My other two girls have their own poems as well. I have each poem in their own three-section frame, with the poem reading either side of a photo of me and the pig it relates to.

Until We Meet Again

I know it's really hard for you
To have to say Goodbye
Because of all the Love we share
It's hard just not to cry

But please be understanding
As I will try to be
Sometimes we have to part a while
And see what we must see

If I could write a letter
To help to ease your pain
I'd tell you that I Love you
Then I'd tell you once again

My life it has been special
Because of what you gave
And though your heart is breaking
I want you to be brave

I'd really like to Thank you
For moments that we shared
Because you were so gentle
I knew you really cared

You gave me so much time and Love
I cherished every day
The Life we shared was magical
The best in every way

I'd want you to remember
The special times we've had
And for our time together
I can truely say I'm glad

I know you cannot see me
Or hold me gently near
Please rest assured I'm with you
On that you need not fear

I never will forget you
I'll think of you each day
I'll say a prayer to guide you
And Love I'll send your way

So don't think we have parted
We're simply on a break
And I will come and visit you
Each moment that you wake

That gentle breeze upon your face
Will be my Guinea kiss
And though you may not always know
Not one day will I miss

There is no doubt I'll miss you
And sometimes I'll feel sad
But knowing I'll see you again
Makes me feel warm and glad

I want you to be happy
To Live a Life that's full
I want to hear you laugh out loud
Not lead a life that's dull

I know it's really hard for you
But time Will ease your pain
And I'll keep sending Guinea Love
Until We Meet Again

By Tracey Humphreys
Copyright Tracey Humphreys

[nibbles'sowner]

Till death made us part.
(Author: Hannah Lisney)

You were so lively,
Never left me alone,
Fighting for your health,
You were the ones.

You stuck together,
Cared for one another,

Till one stormy night,
You spotted a change in your lil' friend,
My father saw,
And announced the news that shook Mother earth,

With one dead but not forgotten,
You still carried on,
You fight for your life,
Kept hanging on

You cuddled to me,
You loved me,
I loved you,

Then there came a time,
You fell ill,
We thought you just a chill
You would be ok,

Then my Father took you to the vets,
One Friday night,
You wouldn't move,
You got Put to sleep,

I'll always remember you,
As you now live in rainbow bridge,
Both of my girls.

Copyright Hannah Lisney
In memory of my girls.

[Tribble&Trouble]

oh my god, I'm sitting, trying to read all the poems, but it's hard to see the screen when your bawling your eyes out 8...8...8...

[devonbelle]

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from the Bridge. Here I dwell with God above. Here there's no more tears of sadness. Here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy, just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you, when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you. It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on." God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight, God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth and all those loving years, because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry - it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. Though if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too; That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and in pain; Then you can say to God at night..."My day was not in vain." And now I am contented...that my life was all worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along, I made somebody smile. God says: "If you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street with me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps, only half a step behind." " And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free. Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me."

[JayceeStar]

This is a song by Scouting for Girls...I first heard it the day Spuddy passed away. I now think of it as his song. I thought it was quite relevant...

Here's a song you can sing along to
For when I've gone away
It's a silly tune I wrote for you
You can sing it every day

I don't want to leave you
I don't want to leave you tonight
I don't want to leave you
I don't want to leave you behind
I don't want to leave you tonight

So if you're down and I'm not around
And the days seem far too long
Well I'll be there if you're ever scared
You can hear me sing along

I don't want to leave you
I don't want to leave you tonight
I don't want to leave you
I don't want to leave you behind
I don't want to leave you tonight

And I know it's hard, but life's a bit like that
When it pulls you down and stabs you in the back
And I know it's hard, we'll get through this I know
I didn't know you've been gone for so long

I don't want to leave you
I don't want to leave you tonight

[Nicquita]

This is the poem my mum wrote for me when my Charlie pig died in March 08. My other two girls have their own poems as well. I have each poem in their own three-section frame, with the poem reading either side of a photo of me and the pig it relates to.

Until We Meet Again

I know it's really hard for you
To have to say Goodbye
Because of all the Love we share
It's hard just not to cry

But please be understanding
As I will try to be
Sometimes we have to part a while
And see what we must see

If I could write a letter
To help to ease your pain
I'd tell you that I Love you
Then I'd tell you once again

My life it has been special
Because of what you gave
And though your heart is breaking
I want you to be brave

I'd really like to Thank you
For moments that we shared
Because you were so gentle
I knew you really cared

You gave me so much time and Love
I cherished every day
The Life we shared was magical
The best in every way

I'd want you to remember
The special times we've had
And for our time together
I can truely say I'm glad

I know you cannot see me
Or hold me gently near
Please rest assured I'm with you
On that you need not fear

I never will forget you
I'll think of you each day
I'll say a prayer to guide you
And Love I'll send your way

So don't think we have parted
We're simply on a break
And I will come and visit you
Each moment that you wake

That gentle breeze upon your face
Will be my Guinea kiss
And though you may not always know
Not one day will I miss

There is no doubt I'll miss you
And sometimes I'll feel sad
But knowing I'll see you again
Makes me feel warm and glad

I want you to be happy
To Live a Life that's full
I want to hear you laugh out loud
Not lead a life that's dull

I know it's really hard for you
But time Will ease your pain
And I'll keep sending Guinea Love
Until We Meet Again

By Tracey Humphreys
Copyright Tracey Humphreys

maybe it's because i lost a piggie yesterday, but that has got me sobbing. it's a lovely poem

[Rachel WD]

I wrote this poem when our Border Collie Jess died 18 months ago

Jess came to us from a farm in Wales,
Bona fide Collie through and through.
But herding sheep was not for her,
The heart of our family was where she grew.

From the tiny pup we instantly treasured,
Through her frenzied teenage years
When anything imaginable was ‘fetch-able’,
Around the countryside with her we’d tear.

Then came her quiet time in life,
Not surprising after so much fun
Such a perfect, gentle, dainty lady,
Peacefully sleeping in the sun.

Jess would look at us with complete adoration,
Whether we were worthy of it or not,
And in return she was unconditionally loved,
Pampered and pandered to oh such a lot.

There was not a bad bone in her body,
Nor a bad thought that ran through her head.
Her only desire was to please us,
I hope she knows she most certainly did.

We had all grown up together,
from child to adulthood.
She was the constant that you could rely on,
Always there with her comforting hug.

Now she has gone and left a huge void,
One we will never be able to fill.
Good night, sleep tight our precious girl.
We love you and always will.

[m.hopes]

very nice idea i appreciate it.. thanks,..

[devonbelle]

Unlike most days at RainBow Bridge, this day dawned cold and gray, damp as a swamp and as dismal as could be imagined. All the recent arrivals were confused and concerned. They had no idea what to think for they had never experienced a day like this before. But the animals who had spent some time waiting for their beloved people knew exactly what was happening and began to gather at the pathway leading to the Bridge to watch. They knew this was something special.

It wasn't too long before an elderly animal came into view, head hung heavy and low with tail dragging along the ground. The other animals on the pathway...the ones who had been at RainBow Bridge for a while...knew the story of this sad creature immediately. They had seen it happen far too many times.

Although it was obvious the animal's heart was leaden and he was totally overcome with emotional pain and hurt, there was no sign of injury or any illness. Unlike the pets waiting at the Bridge, this dog had not been restored to his prime. He was full of neither health nor vigor. He approached slowly and painfully, watching all the pets who were by now watching him. He knew he was out of place here. This was no resting place for him. He felt instinctively that the sooner he could cross over, the happier he would be. But alas, as he came closer to the Bridge, his way was barred by the appearance of an Angel who spoke softly to the old dog and apologized sorrowfully, telling him that he would not be able to pass. Only those animals who were with their special people could pass over the RainBow Bridge. And he had no special beloved people...not here at the Bridge nor on Earth below.

With no place else to turn, the poor elderly dog looked toward the fields before the Bridge. There, in a separate area nearby, he spotted a group of other sad-eyed animals like himself...elderly and infirm. Unlike the pets waiting for their special people, these animals weren't playing, but simply lying on the green grass, forlornly and miserably staring out at the pathway leading to the Bridge. The recent arrival knew he had no choice but to join them. And so, he took his place among them, just watching the pathway and waiting.

One of the newest arrivals at the Bridge, who was waiting for his special people, could not understand what he had just witnessed and asked one of the pets who had been there for some time to explain it to him.

"That poor dog was a rescue, sent to the pound when his owner grew tired of him. They way you see him now, with graying fur and sad, cloudy eyes, was exactly the way he was when he was put into the kennels. He never, ever made it out and passed on only with the love and comfort that the kennel workers could give him as he left his miserable and unloved existence on Earth for good. Because he had no family or special person to give his love, he has nobody to escort him across the Bridge."

The first animal thought about this for a minute and then asked, "So what will happen now?"

As he was about to receive his answer, the clouds suddenly parted and the all-invasive gloom lifted. Coming toward the Bridge could be seen a single figure...a person who, on Earth, had seemed quite ordinary...a person who, just like the elderly dog, had just left Earth forever. This figure turned toward a group of the sad animals and extended outstretched palms. The sweetest sounds they had ever heard echoed gently above them and all were bathed in a pure and golden light. Instantly, each was young and healthy again, just as they had been in the prime of life.

From within the gathering of pets waiting for their special people, a group of animals emerged and moved toward the pathway. As they came close to the passing figure, each bowed low and each received a tender pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Their eyes grew even brighter as the figure softly murmured each name. Then, the newly-restored pets fell into line behind the figure and quietly followed this person to the Bridge, where they all crossed together.

The recent arrival who had been watching, was amazed. "What happened?"

"That was a rescuer," came the answer. "That person spent a lifetime trying to help pets of all kinds. The ones you saw bowing in respect were those who found new homes because of such unselfish work. They will cross when their families arrive. Those you saw restored were ones who never found homes. When a rescuer arrives, they are permitted to perform one, final act of rescue. They are allowed to escort those poor pets that couldn't place on Earth across the Rainbow Bridge. You see, all animals are special to them...just as they are special to all animals."

"I think I like rescuers," said the recent arrival.

"So does God," was the reply.

[1_winged_angel]

A poem I wrote for my little angel.

I watched you close your eyes,
I felt you slip away,
Although you meant the world to me,
I couldn’t make you stay.
Someone saw you getting tired,
A cure, not meant to be,
They lifted you up in their arms,
They whispered “Come with me.”
Although you departed from this life,
Your memories won’t fade away,
You took a piece of us with you,
When you left today.
Goodbye my sweet companion,
It’s time for you to run free,
But always I’ll remember you,
And the joy you gave to me.
I will be forever grateful,
To have had you in my life,
But for now my little darling,
It’s time to close your eyes.
To rid yourself of pain and fear,
Remember how we loved you dear.
Sleep with the angels, sweet one,
It’s time to rest your head.
Dream only of the nicest things,
As we lay you in your bed.
Look down from us from time to time,
Remember how you made us smile,
Even though we now feel sad,
We’ll always be your Mum and Dad.

Run free and popcorn happily all the sweet little ones who closed their eyes ^)^)

[ILoveGilbertTheGuineaPig]

This poem is kind of depressing...but I wrote it for a poem contest.
It's pretty short..hope you all like it.

Rest in Peace
I lock myself in my room,
The tears falling even as I sleep,
For my furry friend has left me,
In a depression very deep.

His empty cage lies there,
The food still in his bowl,
Although he will never be forgotten,
My heart has a permanent hole.

I have completely lost my appetite,
Knowing he’s no longer here,
How could he be gone?
That’s just so unfair!

I know it wasn’t his fault,
He was getting old,
Now I shall cherish,
Those precious memories like gold.

[Sue G]

Not depressing, but sad. However, it's beautifully written.

[helen105281]

That's lovely. Set me off again but it's lovely.

[XbeccaX]

I read this in one of the Heartland books...

"There is no death, only a change of worlds."

[Hachi475]

Here is a poem I made from the top of my head for all those animals who are crossing/ have crossed rainbow bridge.

I cuddle and stroke you, for the very last time,
Knowing that you will start your climb,
Of reaching the bridge that all pets reach,
Those memories we had, I'll cherish each.

Sorry it may be bad but I hope it will just make us remember the happy times.

[XbeccaX]

hachi thats lovely :) made me think of Misty my Bridge baby xoxo

[Neheigh]

here is a little poem I that is an extract from a book I am writing called "Gifted" in the story it is refering to a dead foal but it works nicely with most animals who cross the rainbow bridge


Sleep in peace my little one, in the land without a setting sun,
In a place were grass is ever green,
Danger and sorrow never seen,
I’ll meet you there, my little one,
In that place without a setting sun”

[Bailey]

A Special Place

There is a special place in our hearts
for those we have loved....
For those who have loved us
without question,
without a word or promise....
There is a special place
where there is no pain or fear,
where love flows freely....
There is a special place
to rest in our hearts forever.