I saw you today
I saw you today,
Frolicking while you played.
Youthful vigor restored.
Curiously, little kitten explored.

I saw you today,
though there could be no way.
For I held you, as from this life you passed from pain.
Felt heaven's tearful gain.

I saw you today,
Just as I did many other days.
Catching fading summer sun,
Purring upon favorite perch, as you have always done.

I saw you today,
Remnant of a memory, one that I replay.
Though with all my heart I begged you to stay.
You spoke softly, saying I love you as you drifted away.

I saw you today,
mournful tears falling, not kept at bay.
Moments of borrowed time.
Selfless, enduring love, rare to find.

I saw you today,
Every which way,
locked in memories played
moments, joyous memories we'd made.

I saw you today.
just like I hope to everyday.

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