To my brave Balou

To my brave Balou

Gérard

I laid my hand on your heart
And I felt it stop
The vet withdrew her stethoscope
And whispered “it's over !”.
We left in tears
Both relieved and contrite
That we hadn't waited more than an hour
To save you from a long agony.
You were just a mongrel,
Lost and abandoned,
That we had taken in
Many years ago.
But you were undoubtedly
The best companion
We could ever hope for.
May you rest in peace!