Sad notes floating around, dark elegant tones
Long chords…vibrating and profound.
Steps sounding firmly yet fading, walking away
Along with the wet shadow of our tears,
A bitter feeling of emptiness only filled by
The intensity of your memory left behind.
You decided when…you determined how
Your spirit was grand, hence your departure
honoring your character and equally grand
No pity...no suffering…no need for goodbyes.
Crossing other fields now you are
With that legendary attitude
The head up, your sway and style.
Marking other yards…touching other hearts.
Don’t be afraid, never look back…do not hesitate
Little by little we are going to be fine.
This is the end of your time with us
But certainly not your end…just a new start.
This is a Magpie tale - Mag 48 - for other Magpie tales click Magpie Tales
For my one and only Verdell, our beloved friend for almost 12 years. May 10, 1999 - January 13, 2011