Heaven’s Kennel
I knelt beside you while the candle flared and plumped a pillow underneath your head, then rearranged your comfort blanket, spread to warm your waning flame. I was prepared to say farewell, when light grew faint. Your eyes were closed in sleep, but flickered when I stroked your weary head. I tried to speak, but choked on sputtered words, awaiting your demise.
I kindled memories of youthful days -- our lives aglow with energetic zest. The candle dimmed to soothe your soul to rest. I said Goodbye and kissed you through a haze of biting sorrow, for your spark had gone. Your burnt out form remained; I blazed with grief. The candle waned as tears gave some relief. Outside the birds began to welcome dawn.
In Heaven’s Kennel you’re a dazzling star; each year I reminisce by candle light and feel the poignancy of loss ignite, yet sense your shining essence from afar.
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