I Will Consider My Beagle-Basset Lucy
For her kohl-rimmed eyes
that blinked at me through
the pet shop window.
For like a puppy from
a novel she had droopy
ears, smooth velvety fur.
For if she was smaller, I’d
have carried her in my purse.
For she was a circus dog
and leapt from floor
to hassock, couch,
and back again.
For she posed for photos.
For she climbed into suitcases.
For she seized every new throw
that entered the house.
For she unzipped
briefcases and backpacks,
chewed up pens, Pat’s address
book, Todd’s silver cell phone.
For she snatched hotdogs
and cookies from startled
children at bar-b-ques.
For she proudly brought
me the gopher she’d caught.
For she never came
when called, unless
I shook a biscuit box
then she’d shoot
out of nowhere.
For she burrowed under
the sheets at night
and kept my toes toasty.
For after seventeen years,
on her last legs, I held
her in my arms like a baby
in one of those throws
as we said goodbye.
After Christopher Smart & Mary Oliver
—Jill G. Hall
Ay Yi Yi
Lucy at The Black Velvet Coat launch party. “Oops my tiara is falling off!”
Now In Dog Heaven Clouds
I’m sure you miss Lucy. Looks like she gave you much pleasure. Enjoy the memory and the pictures.
I’m so grateful that I had the pleasure to meet her and that we became buddies so quickly. RIP and much love Lucy
When we lose our pets, it is as if a piece of the puzzle of our heart is misplaced. May your memories offer you comfort! Hugs!!
I’m sorry you lost such a good friend. She sounds very special. Be well
Oh boo hoo, it’s never easy, is it?! Will miss her bedroom eyes. Big hugs to you
So sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you. Lovely memorial poem. Very touching.
Jill, what a beautiful tribute to your darling, Lucy! I’m so sorry for the loss of your family member. Much love, Diane
So sorry for the loss of your beloved dog. The poem is a wonderful tribute.
Oh, Jill, I’m sorry to hear about Lucy. She had a good long life with you. What a sweet poem.
Oh Jill.. I’m so sorry to hear this… we have such fond memories of Lucy at the ranch
Our fur family members are so loved – as I know Lucy was and still is in your heart. You have so many sweet memories to hold onto. She had a wonderful life because of your love.
This is a beautiful way to share Lucy with us even as you mourn her. I wish you comfort and hope that you will soon remember the joy of being with her more than the pain of losing her.
Our animal friends enrich our lives in life and in memory.
A really lovely eulogy of a kind, Jill. Sorry for the loss of your little companion.
Oh my goodness, what a lovely tribute to Lucy! I am so sorry for your loss, Jill! xox
Jill,
What a sweet story about darling Lucy. I love how she showed up in your novels, always to be remembered, loved and adored. I can attest to the fact that dogs fill a part of your heart that no one else can. XXOO
Tashi and I send hugs and tail wags. It is so tough to lose a furry friend.
Oh, not to see Lucy Loo at your home will be a sad empty space. She was a treat for all of us to pet and fuss over. I know it’s hard to miss that energy she brought into your life.
What a lovely tribute to dear sweet Lucy! May she rest in peace!
Lovely poem to a sweet dog, Jill. RIP Lucy. I’ll miss you walking the loop with us.
Oh I’m so sorry for your loss. You’ve written a wonderful poem. I have the notecards with Lucy on the front and I still use them to send written notes to people. xoxox L
Friends, Thank you so much for your lovely condolences. Lucy will be greatly missed but will always be with me in my heart.
Belated sympathy. So sad to lose a loved pet. 🙁