Poem to my sweet Duke

I'm here at work trying to stay awake. I sometimes write poems but can only do it when they come to me. I can't just sit down and write one. This one came to me and I thought I'd share it. If anyone else feels inspired, they should do the same.

Duke
I'd give my life for you if I could
because without you, my life is no good
You're getting older every day
It breaks my heart to see all that gray.

The time we have left is most dear to me
So I know I shouldn't spend it with worry.
I should cherish evey moment we have together
Just remember, I'll love you forever.

You get so sad when I have to leave
Those flat ears and sad eyes make me want to stay
I know you can't understand my going away
But even when I'm gone, you see,
my heart is with you eternally

There will be no permanent goodbyes
for you'll be in my heart at all times
I'd give my life for you if I could
because without you, my life is no good

Beautiful poem, Val! If Duke could read I know he would love it, but he knows how much you love him anyway! :)

Awww! very sweet of you. :D

i used to write stories and stuff when i was little. they came so easily to me.. but i lost my touch. :(

Nice poem Val. Here's to hoping Duke has many years ahead of him to spend with you! :)

Oh Val that is beautiful, bought tears to my eyes. Duke is such a special boy, please give him a hug from me.

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Val, it's incredible how much you love your boy. Such true love and devotion you have for him-it's so heartwarming. Your poem is so sweet. Thanks for sharing.

What a special tribute to your little man! I'm sure he knows how much you love him. :D

Very sweet, right from the heart! I'll bet if Duke could write, he'd send you a poem too!

that is a beautiful poem. He knows you love him... more than you can express & I'm sure he loves you right back! He sure is a special boy!!!!

That is so beautiful Val. Thank you for sharing it with us!

I love poetry, but I've never written anything myself. Maybe I'll try sometime.

That is beautiful, Val!! :) You should do a scrapbook page with that poem and Duke!! :)

That's beautiful! thank you for sharing it...

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That is beautiful, Val!! :) You should do a scrapbook page with that poem and Duke!! :)

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That is a great idea! I could print it out on velum so it would be sort of see through. Thanks for the idea. When I get the page finished, I'll put it here.

You're very welcome!! :) I can't wait to see it!! :) and how about some pictures of the VERY handsome Duke?? :)

That is a very beautiful poem, Val! It is a wonderful tribute to Duke.

Willie:)

AMEN!

Val,

I am in tears here at work.
That was beautiful - and sums up how I feel about Captain.

(Ruby is still a "young un" )

Val, you are making Duke so happy and giving him such a great home, I am sure its hard to watch him age but he could not ask for a better life.

Unfortunately we usually do outlive our animals, but that is about the only downside to how much happiness they bring us.

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You're very welcome!! :) I can't wait to see it!! :) and how about some pictures of the VERY handsome Duke?? :)

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Good call, Krista! (I wouldn't be offeneded if you put some of your handsome Doogie either.) ;)

that's a beautiful poem!

What a beautiful, heartfelt poem to your dear boy. I got a big knot in my throat while reading it. I can't wait to see your scrapbook page :).

Awwwww... how sweet! Thats exactly how I feel about my Nicki! Thank you for putting it into words!

Beautiful poem! I know how you feel!

What a sweet poem, Val :) Duke is lucky to have you :D