For Harley
For Harley
Love,
Aunt Meghan
*I wrote this poem for my sister, brother-in-law, niece, and nephews when their beloved dog, Harley, the sweetest chunk of marshmallow dog you could every love, passed to the Rainbow Bridge. It includes a few of our other family pets who preceded Harley in passing to the Rainbow Bridge…
Anxiously pawing at the glistening gate
Their hearts leaping wildly as they anticipate
The bittersweet cycle of what’s known as fate
Three life-long companions can barely wait…
Bright colors emerge as a rainbow so high
Some call it a bridge; some call it, “goodbye”
A smooth, golden gate illuminated by
The welcoming light from the place beyond sky…
The time has arrived; the animals cheer
For joining this kingdom is someone quite dear
Three pairs of eyes shine as new souls appear
The most beautiful soul became instantly clear…
Charlie, Casey, and Binky, arms long
Barked and meowed such a welcoming song
Suddenly Harley felt renewed and quite strong
She dashed to the place where she knew she belonged…
So forever and always, in a place Covid-free
Among shimmering rainbows with bridges beneath
Sweet Casey, pain-free, as he chases the leaves
Mom’s Charlie, Long Binky, and now dear Harley…
--Rest In Peace Over, Under, and All Around the Beautiful Rainbow Bridge…
--Meghan Hutchings
Copyright © Meghan Hutchings | Year Posted 2021
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