Sada danced into the starlight on July 15, 2002. Not a moment goes by that we don't think of him. He will always be in our hearts. Run free, beloved friend. We miss you so.....
Sada.
Proud old chieftain and bachelor uncle -
Fond protector of small things.
The company of Sada.
He loved his friends: bright-eyed Gilda...
little Jellie...Black Sabbath...
Especially Steve and Patty.
"Where you are, there will I be too."
Sada.
The one-time Ivan, dark dog now white
crested, old wise eyes.
In him, the balance of aristocrat and gourmand.
He loved his home...his sofa...his evening meal.
Sada.
Home now, but near us still.
"Where you are, there will I be too. "
-- ©Nancy Parsons 2002
My Old Dog
Stiff. Creaky.
Moving slowly.
Eyes bright and still happy to be here.
Delicious food-still enjoyed.
What will I do when he leaves me?
He's up-another day together.
How many more?
I'm scared to face the inevitable.
Mixed emotions-happy he's here-
frightened of the end.
Will always carry him in my heart.
He and I have something special.
Extra care? No problem. I am here.
Unconditional love for both of us .
The end is near and each day is treasured.
Hoping for a peaceful end.
Love forever.
So hard, but part of the deal.
One of a kind Sada. My treasured friend.©Patty Woodbury 2002