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 Rusty

I had to say goodbye today

To Rusty, my red Labrador,

Hardest decision that did weigh

So heavy, I never hurt more.

But the cancer was spreading fast

In Rusty, though he tried to show

Me love that would forever last.

Down deep both he and I did know

That he would need to leave my side.

Doc came and gave Rusty a shot.

I held him close as Rusty died.

All I could do was cry a lot.

Wherever I happen to be,

There is Rusty still beside me.