A Greyhound's Eyes.
I am one of the lucky ones
I have found my place
Love and kindness all surround me
A smiling happy face.
I mourn still though
Despite this fact
Of the other horrid acts
My brothers and sisters have to suffer
No toys and no playing
No bedding and covers.
In my dreams I chase them
I want them all to see
“Come with me I’ve found a place”
“My friends come back with me”
But they never follow
They run into the light
For they never ever learn
It is a hopeless plight
So in my sleep I cry for them
In my sleep I try
To catch them up and bring them home
They shouldn’t have to die
My friends I won’t forget you
Like the others would
My friends I won’t forget you
And no-one ever should
I will live a happy life
That I can’t deny
A happy home
With love and bones
I’m glad I did not die
I’ll make sure you’re remembered
I’ll carry your spirit with me
In my face and soulful eyes
It’s your pain they will see
By Helen Peake and dedicated to her dog Trooper.