"What we have enjoyed, we can never lose;

All that we love deeply, becomes a part of us."

Helen Keller

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Every year around this time

As I begin decorating our tree

My thoughts always turn to him

He always brought us so much glee

He was the very first gift I ever gave my sweetheart

When we first started dating that snowy Christmas Eve

And he quickly immersed himself into our hearts and souls

Where he still remains today, and hopefully will never leave

He was a wondrously playful white feline

Who seemed to especially love the Holidays

And he truly brightened ours for many a year

So we truly miss his presence in so many ways

He absolutely adored the little Christmas train

As it chugged its way around our Christmas tree

And he especially delighted in the sound of its whistle

Purring deep within his soul as he listened to it so merrily

Colorful Christmas ribbons and bows were his special toys

He joyously played with them for hours each and every day

And he absolutely loved wrapping himself up in our gift boxes

Making us constantly laugh hysterically throughout the Holidays

And long after every Holiday Season had passed

He still played with Christmas decorations with cheer

I truly believe deep within my nostalgic heart and soul

He thought our Christmas Spirit should last the entire year

Our glowing snow white Christmas Star named Little Henry

Sadly lost his battle with severe kidney disease several years ago

But each year after the Christmas decorations are all finally finished

I can somehow spot his aura atop our tree – still purring, and all a glow

©2007, Mr. Ed

You Can Read More About Henry,

In My Posted Short Story,

The Christmas Cat

He Truly Brightened Our Holidays,

For Many A Year,

There’s No Doubt About That