A Working Dog's Oath (2)

Author - Unknown

They handled themselves with beauty & grace

and who could ever forget that beautiful face

Whether at work; or at home; whatever the test

they always worked hard; and did their best

They were real champions; at work or at play

but their lives were cut short; suddenly one day

While working on the job with their partner one day

they put themselves out on a limb; out into harms way

They gave the ultimate sacrifice; any dog can give

they gave up their life; so someone could live

The best of their breed;

as his partner and anyone would say

many hearts are now broken;

that he had to prove it this way

Now as the trees are blowing in the gentle breeze

the sun is shining; thru the leaves on the trees

The meadows are green; and the grass grows tall

off in the distance they can see a waterfall

As they look over the falls; down through the creek

the water flows gently; as a rabbit sneaks a peek

Far up above; in the deep blue sky

they see the birds soar high; as they fly by

They see animals playing; at the bridge by a waterfall

chasing each other; and just having a ball

They play all day; from morning to night

there's no more rain; just warm sunlight

Off in the distance; they hear trumpets blow

then all the animals look up; and notice a bright glow

The harps would play and the angels would sing

as they know they've come home;

they've earned their wings

We remember that they died; in the line of duty

and are now with the Lord; sharing in heaven's beauty

Off to the meadows now;

where they can play and roam free

with an occasional rest stop; under a tall oak tree

No more bad guys to chase; or bullets to take

just a run through the meadow; down to the lake

A quick splash in the water; then back to the shore

then it's off to the forest; to go play some more

These special dogs are back home; up in heaven above

they're cradled in God's arm's; and covered with His love

We'll light a candle for all of them; in the dark of night

in loving memory of all; these very special knights.

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