PrayersofComfort

I saw an angel today, oh what a vision to see.

This beautiful angel sent only to me

My eyes filled with tears at this glorious sight.

This angel so lovely made my heart feel so light.

I held an angel today, in my hands it did rest

Surely it had to be one of God's best.

So soft, so tender, so fragile it seemed

To hold such an angel was more than I dreamed.

I kissed an angel today, I just couldn't resist

As I looked at this sweetie I felt so much bliss

My heart over poured with a feeling of love

For this sweet little creature sent from Heaven above.

I lost an angel today; I guess God had other plans

This precious little life slipped right through my hands

My heart felt so empty as tears fell from my eyes

I didn't have a chance to say my good-byes.

I saw an angel today, one I'll never forget

Those short precious moments I'll never regret

He took something with him on his journey above

A piece of my heart to remember my love.

Author: Lori Lengen

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 your tea.

You were thinking of the many times your hands reached down to me.

I was with you in the shops today. Your arms were getting sore.

I longed to take your parcels. I wished 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 keys.

I gently put my paw on you, and 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 the evening, I was very close to you.

The day is over...I smile and watch you yawning and say "Good night. 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 much for you to see. Be patient. Live your journey out. Then come home to be with me.

**Author: Unknown**

Before I grow too frail and weak,

And all that's left is peace in sleep,

I know you'll do what must be done;

To end this fight that can't be won.

I don't fear death as humans do,

So let me try to comfort you;

Come: let's take a quiet stroll,

And share some quietness soul to soul.

No need for words twixt you and I,

No need to say a last good-bye,

We've grown so close in mind and heart,

It seems so cruel that we must part.

Be sure I sense the pain you'll feel,

Without me walking at your heel.

The days will feel full of despair,

Your Puppy simply won't be there.

In time the pain will slowly wane,

And you'll think of me and smile again,

You'll speak of love and pride of me,

Your extra special puppy.

Now take me where my needs they'll tend,

And stay there with me till the end.

Hold me close with soft good-byes,

Till life's bright light has left my eyes.

The final sound I need to hear,

Is your soft voice upon my ear.

Your loving face will fade and dim,

As the rush of Heaven closes in.

**Author: Unknown**

I Loved You Best

So this is where we part, My Friend,

and you'll run on, around the bend,

gone from sight, but not from mind,

new pleasures there you'll surely find.

I will go on, I'll find the strength,

life measures quality, not its length.

One long embrace before you leave,

share one last look, before I grieve.

There are others, that much is true,

but they be they, and they aren't you.

And I, fair, impartial, or so I thought,

will remember well all you've taught.

Your place I'll hold, you will be missed,

the fur I stroked, the nose I kissed.

And as you journey to your final rest,

take with you this...I loved you best.