It’s been a terrible and sad week. With many tears and more to come. I am truly heartbroken.

MY FOREVER PET

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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.

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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.

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You’ve brought such laughter to my home,

and richness to my days.

A constant friend through joy or loss

with gentle, loving ways.

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Companion, friend, and confidante,

A friend I won’t forget.

You’ll live forever in my heart,

My sweet, forever pet.

_{— Susanne Taylor}