May 1, 1994 to April 4, 2007
When I was a young dog
I found my place
In a Farm in Virginia
I was Mom
's Saving Grace.We worked together
On goats and sheep
I learned control
I had the Border Collie Creep.
None were too tough
Nothing got by me
Not even the goats
I made them see
It was useless to balk
I
'd stand my groundThe stock showed respect
When I was around
Not all my days
Were spent working hard
For fun I wore a deep path
In the yard.
Some thought me obsessive
I'
d hear them talkbut soon I was famous
For the Christian walk.
I liked the birds, too
Almost as well
And in the barnyard
Was the ducky treadmill.
I was at my mom
' s sideDay and night
And rarely did I let her
Out of my site.
We were the best of friends
I
'd never let her downI
'd always go with herAnd ride into town.
To do errands, get lunch
And stop at Southern States
Never leaving her side
We were truly soul mates.
I
'll forever be lovedAnd remember my life
As filled with joy
Never any strife.
Mom, I know you will miss me
But today you were brave
I
'll forever be gratefulFor the peace that you gave.
Some day a new pup
By the look in her face
Will tell you it
's timeTo share my special place.
By my Dear friend, Anne Devine
Thank you, Dear Christian for being my working partner, and loving companion all these years! Christian, You're missed daily, however never
forgotten! Karen
