I stood beside you yesterday, somehow you didn't know.                                     I saw that you were crying; you sadly missed me so.                                            I whispered to you softly -- it floated through the air.                                              "It's me, I haven't left you. I'm still here."

I stayed close to you at breakfast, as you fixed your morning brew.                    You were thinking of the endless times I always followed you.                          I was with you many times today as you fumbled for your key.                           I tried so hard to let you know that gentle breeze was me.                                 

It's impossible to leave you;                                                                                        there is no space and time.                                                                                        Real love knows no boundaries,                                                                              especially yours and mine.                                                                                       

Now it's time for you to realize, I'm more than fur and paws.                              I'm a reflection of the love you are -- love that always was.                                  Please know how much I thank you for all those happy times,                          allowing me to be myself; my mischievous little crimes.                            

For protecting me while running free,                                                                       Exploring sites unknown,                                                                                            knowing that your open arms would welcome me back home.

And thank you so for being my rock, and softest velvet glove.                              I'll always be your devoted friend.                                                                              Forever is my love.