In the warmth of forgotten memories
lies a soul
who could carry the whole world
with their most beautiful set of paws.
Their ears flopped
and their smiles shined
and despite all of that
their legs would always be filled with grime.
They were always running around
smiling ear to ear
making us feel
that our problems were so far gone, they were nowhere near.
But now that they’re gone
it is like a dead street
with no life but
just the sounds of our own two feet
and walking along those same paths we once crossed together
that used to fill us with so much life
is where we find tear drops
running down from our eyes.
Their lives were melodies
that rang in our ears
and even angels in heaven
will continue to spread their cheers.
They had the purest of eyes
that glowed in the dark
and which now lie
in the sky up above.
But when the sun hits our skin
Do not fear, because it is like they’re here
spreading that same warmth
that we will always hold so dear.
And even though things might not be the same,
they remain in our hearts every day.
And that the memories that we shared
are ones that will always remain.
Sandra Thompson – Year 12
