A Dog's Prayer
Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me.
Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your hand between the blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me do. Speak to me often, for your voice is the world?s sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footsteps falls upon my waiting ear.
When it is cold and wet, please take me inside, for I am now a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements. And I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth. Though had you no home, I would rather follow you through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the warmest home in all the land, for you are my god and I am your devoted worshiper.
Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for although I should not reproach you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food, that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life should your life be in danger.
And, beloved master, should the great Master see fit to deprive me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest - and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands.
12 comments:
Chester is one of the lucky ones. He was loved his entire life by a truly wonderful and caring man. He is now loved and cared for by a truly wonderful woman who also guides his master everyday, mine and Scott's mother. I can not think of a more caring soul for him to be with. He now runs free, can see where he is going and where he has been. His life on Earth was wonderful and we will all see him once again someday. My prayers are with Scott, that he will find comfort in knowing this. How ironic that this is my Annie's birthday (my puppy). I have told her all about Chester and her big brown eyes listen intently as though she understands every word I say. I will say special prayers today, tonight and always for my precious brother. He truly was blessed to have Chester and Chester was truly blessed to have had him. It was and is a match made in Heaven. Chester will forever have his "little wings".
Lisa
I know that your heart aches for your best friend of 16 years.
Chester had a wonderful and caring friend too, a friend who loved him in sickness and in health. He lived a full life which is all any of us can ask of ourselves and our God.
May God be with you as you mourn his passing and and retain the memories of this wonderful friendship.
I dont know if this helps, but I believe dogs go to heaven, the same as us people, and I believe now a little girl in heaven gets to play with Chester...
I am so deeply sorry for your loss... and it sounds like you and Chester have been through alot together... my prayers are with you...
I've already told you how I feel Scott but I am so sorry. It really wasn't what I wanted to read when I came to your blog. Now I wish more than ever that I could go to Houston this weekend because I would hug you so hard. We could do hAAlf nAAked ThursdAAy pictures together. We could invite Dave too. That would be so funny. The three of us mooning the blogsphere. I love you bro.
Peace,
JJ
Hey Scott. I'm so sorry to hear about Chester's passing. I know he was special, just like his owner. If there's anything I can do, you need only ask. Love you. L.
So sorry to hear your sad news too Scott. Chester was obviously adored and if there are 7 doggy years to our one then he was a grand old age, testimony to the love you've shown him xxxxx
My thoughts are with you. I know our furry children are just that, our children. I'm saddened by your loss and hope pleasant memories help you through this time.
I'm sorry to read about Chester. He's in a happier place now, free from all the things that kept him down and hurting. My thoughts are with you.
I am so sorry. My prayers are with you.
I just logged in today after an absence and found out about Chester. I am so sorry, Scott. My dogs have been like my family and I miss them terribly now that they're not in my life. I cry when I think about them most days. I grieve with you, and understand the loss.
Love,
Suzanne
Like Suzanne I am behind the times but I do offer my condolences. Our pets are also our children. I am glad you had a long time with Chester and sorry to hear of your loss.
I feel love for Chester through you and your blog. I melt when I see him, I have 13 year old blind gal(Skyler) with Diabetes too. I miss her getting up on the bed and snuggling...she likes the cool wood floors.
I am so sorry for your loss of your best friend.
Stacey
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