I looked into your eyes and saw death. <br />Your sporadic breathing and blood in your <br />mouth told me your injury was irreparable. <br />Yet we hoped, the stranger who assisted <br />me, and I, the Vet could perform a miracle. <br /> <br />I didn't know your name when I kissed you <br />goodbye, now I do, and I'll never forget you, <br />Basil...<br /><br />jerry hughes<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/for-basil/
