Mouse by Sherri & Jason

IF I SHOULD GROW FRAIL

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain does keep me from my sleep
Then will you do what must be done
for this – the last battle – can’t be won.

You will be sad I understand
But don’t let grief then stay your hand.
For on this day more than the rest
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years
You wouldn’t want me to suffer so.
When the time comes please let me go.

Take me to where my needs they’ll tend
Only stay with me till the end.
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don’t grieve that it must now be you
Who has to decide this thing to do.
We’ve been so close – we two – these years
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.

(author unknown)

We love you Mouse and always will!

Sherri & Jason

 

Mouse
27, August 2000
Sherri & Jason