It was for the best!

Now i grow frail and weak,
and pain wakes me from my sleep.
so you do what must be done,
for this last battle must be won.

you will be sad i understand,
this thing to come is far from grand.
now this day more than all the rest,
your love and friendship stands the test.

we had two very happy years,
and what is to come may bring some tears.
but you'll not want me to suffer so,
when the time comes please let me go.

in time you will see,
it is kindness you did for me.
and although my tail it's last has waved,
from pain and suffering I've been saved.

do not grieve that it must be you,
who has to decide this thing to do.
we've been so close over these to years,
don't let your eyes cry my tears!

this poem is dedicated to my dear dog who had to be put down as she was very ill! may you rest in peace my dear friend! XxxxX