Master, It's Time

Master, dear Master, the old dog said,
My road has come to an end.
No more can I ramble by your side
Your loved and trusted friend
My eyes, once filled with joy of life,
Are dimmed with age and pain.
The walks we shared by field and stream
Must wait for another day.
You cared for me with all your heart,
And I gave you my all.
But now, beloved master,
Another Master calls.
I know you hate to let me go,
But my love is yours to keep.
The time has come, my dearest friend,
When I need to go to sleep.
Your kindness made my life a joy
And you love me, this I know.
Show me your love one final time
And gently let me go.
Master, my beloved friend,
As we say our last good-bye,
Know that I will be waiting
For you on the other side.
Then we will ramble the woods again,
Walk the fields when the leaves start to fall.
I'll be sitting right here by the golden gates
Waiting for your call.