Don't Cry Mother

This poem was written to my mother after she had lost two of her beloved dogs within four months of each other. Her relationship with them was the most intense I had seen between a woman and her pets.

Don’t cry mother

You’ll be united once again

Once again be in the presence of a friend

Friendship sometimes comes to an unwanted end

Mother, please wipe your tears away

Don’t cry mother

She may be gone but memories last a while

Remember all the times she would smile

You didn’t need a leash to walk her a few miles

Mother, please wipe your tears away

Don’t cry mother

He prolonged his life to be with you longer

Sometimes you didn’t think he’d make it,

he proved he was stronger

Keep him in your heart, and never let the memories be conquered

Mother, please wipe your tears away

Don’t cry mother

Although they lost their option of survival

The Rainbow Bridge awaits your arrival

Companions and friendships will spark a revival

Mother, they’re waiting for you,

so they can wipe your tears away.