When you wake up alone tomorrow,
And my paw is not near your head,
Please do not forget to get up,
My bowl of water is probably still out,
And my food dish is most likely half bare,
But that's okay, no refill needed.
That's because I am not there.
You still need to get up,
There's others still needing you.
I have found another place for now,
That really needs me too.
I'm sorry, this must really hurt you,
To be so worried about my fate.
But I am safe where I found myself, for now,
And may not return, or will return extremely late.
Please do not blame yourself,
For our unplanned and sudden goodbye.
I saw something just out the door,
And you know me, I have a curious eye.
I know you will have moments of concern,
And I hope to one day return to your side.
But if that doesn't happen the way we expect,
Know our time together was never specified.
We never know how long we will have,
That's a part of living life, you see.
The time we shared in this lifetime,
Was perfect for you and me.
You and I found each other,
When I was ready to leave the litter.
We'll always have space in each other's heart,
So please don't let memories turn bitter.
You know everywhere to scratch,
And kept me happy as a cat could be.
It will be so very hard to lose you,
But think of this time away as temporary.
You always cared for my every need,
So good, I had no wants pending.
Unforseen circumstances got me outside today.
This unexpected separation, it's heart-rending.
I will miss your love and care for me,
You will miss my needy meow.
I will be alright even not by your side.
You will be okay, maybe just not right now.
I understand if you might have to put away,
Some of my toys and treats for a while.
And I will remember the years of love,
If you will remember we were happy, awhile.
If it takes me a long time to return,
I won't begrudge you the time to grieve.
I know my spot in your heart is forever,
Even if you let new whiskers grant a reprieve.
When tomorrow starts without me,
And no purrs find your ears to soothe the light,
Just know that we'll reunite over the Rainbow Bridge,
If no where else, and if not later tonight.