Forever in our hearts…

A friend of ours posted this poem on Facebook after the passing of a sweet dog named Zella, who was loved by everyone who got to hang out with her at the shelter. It’s a great tribute…

Don’t Grieve Too Long

Don’t grieve too long for now I’m free
I’m following the path God set for me
I ran to Him when I heard His call
I wagged my tail and left it all.
I could not stay another day
To bark, to love, to romp or play
Games left unplayed must stay that way
I found such peace it made my day.

My parting has left you with a void
So fill it with your remembered joy
A friendship shared, your laugh, a kiss
Oh, yes, these things I too shall miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow
My life’s been full, you’ve given so much
Your time, your love and gentle touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief
Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief
Lift up your heart and share with me
God wanted me now, He set me free.

Author unknown