Bitter End (Pet Loss) Poem by Katie Champeau

My pretty girl you are
and that's how it will stay
you have always been here for me,
and now I will do the same.

My protector and my friend,
for always and to the bitter end.
I see in your eyes,
the pain you are feeling.
With every tear drop,
I understand the meaning.

You have been a friend my companion
through every way and shape.
The condition you're in,
I feel nothing but hate.

Your eyes try to calm me
and still my tears,
but I also know that now,
'tis death that rears.

I lay next to you friend,
I promise not to leave your side,
I pet you gently,
but still I cry.

You cannot stand anymore,
all on your own.
I know all too well
you soon will be called home.

I will be here with you,
and help you gently die.
I will hold on to you,
until you're a star,
in the midnight sky.

Please remember,
when you're at those pearly gates,
you won't be alone
and I know you'll wait.

Nicky I love you,
like I loved Buddy
as a son.
Please wait for me sweetheart,
because home, soon I will come.