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Remembering Dudley

Dudley's Eyes

I saw your eyes through the hole.
So much unknown, no place to hide.
Your green eyes filled with fear.
Darkness was your only comfort.

I gave you my best, as much as I know.
Auto-feeders, water dispensers, even sitters.
Your green eyes filled with loneliness.
Classic rock was your only companion.

Good times and bad times we shared.
You’re always there when I’m sad.
Your green eyes filled with compassion.
Being together was your only joy.

The same five hour drive the other way.
This time with no holes but lots of open sky.
Your green eyes filled with concern.
My lap was your only assurance.

The new home and brother were good for you.
In time you were chasing and playing.
Your green eyes filled with happiness.
Eating, sleeping, and playing were your only chores.

I thought all was well but I didn’t know.
It was too soon when they called to tell me.
Your green eyes closed for the last time.
Gone too, my very last kiss.

Now I know why you needed a home…
I needed a friend in my toughest hours.
I needed to learn how to love and be loved.
I will always have Dudley’s green eyes.

October 30, 2003