This week we lost our sweet dog Alex. He was a faithful friend for 12 years. In his honor I have borrowed a poem from the internet (as poetry is not one of my strengths). Love to you sweet Alex Ray. You are missed.Special Friend
I lost a special friend today the kind you can't replace, and looking at his empty bed I still can see his face. I see the endless energy the sparkling puppy eyes, Not the tired, fragile friend I had to bid goodbye.I know he's in a special place our Lord has for such friends, Where meadows, fields & flowers help make them strong and whole again.I remember how he'd run to me to play his favorite puppy game, And how his ears would perk right up When he heard me call his name.But as those precious years went by And we both aged and grew, I'd find him often slowing down But-we had still so much to do. Then there was the Christmas tree with lots of candy canes, As he devoured all he could Surely, hoping it'd still look the same! He did his guard dog duty well Each time the doorbell rang, Strangers surely couldn't see My gentle friend--behind those fangs. I've noticed in the recent times His ears were not as sharp, Where is that running ball of fur The years have shown their mark. He started sleeping next to me Was this his special clue, Because he felt the end was near I only wish I knew.My Alex was a special dog I know he gave his best, But as I looked deep into his eyes I knew it was time, for him to rest.It will truely be a struggle I don't know how I'll face each day, I have to let him go--I know But in my heart he'll always stay.This special place our Lord has made Health and strength, wait for him there, So with my very special friend I'm sending all my prayers. I know he's watching over me He'll be with me when I cry, So with one more kiss on her beloved head I told my Alex Dog goodbye. By Christina L. Tronnes
