Re: Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down
Here is a little poem that was given to me when I put my old girl Xena to rest. I found it very comforting.
IF IT SHOULD BE........
If it should be i grow frail and weak,
and pain should wake me from my sleep,
then you must do what must be done,
for this last battle can't be won.
you will be sad - I understand,
don't let your grief then stay in your hand,
For this day, more than all the rest,
your love and friendship stand the test.
We've had so many happy years,
what is to come will hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer.....so,
When the time comes, please let me go.
Take me where my needs they'll tend,
but stay with me until the end,
and hold me firm, and talk to me,
until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you too will see,
It is kindness you do to me.
Although my tail it's last has waved,
from pain and suffering, I've been saved.
Do not grieve that it should be you,
who must decide this thing to do.
We've been so close - we two - these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears...