my name is shadow

my name is shadow, i am as old as can be.
i feel like i have lived a human century.
my caregivers adopted me when i
was a puppy small.
i grew up with their children,
who are now big and tall.
the years we spent together
as a family,
gave my life
a reason and
gave me

shadow...18 1/2 years loved♥

a happy "me".
but now i am getting
feeble and tired,
with joy i look back
at all that has transpired.
with gratitude and thanks
no mere words human or
mine could ever express.
i am blessed for their
kindness and tenderness.
as slowly i walk to
the corner, a new
block lies ahead.
one inhabited by angels
and where i will finally
rest my head.