Duke
14 years
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Duke's Story
Duke, a magnificent German Shepherd, filled every corner with the comforting click-click of his paws and the jingle of his collar, often 'talking' in his own unique language. Cherished were the early morning graveyard walks watching squirrels, and the joy he found chasing the tide along the beach, a delight he'd often revisit in his sleep. Now, free from pain, he runs boundless fields with his dear Bella, forever chasing the squirrels he so loved.
— Remembered by Sarah
Lyrics
Intro - acoustic guitar, harmonica
Verse 1
I remember when you first came home
A German Shepherd, strong and bold
A gentle giant, never alone
Your collar jingled, a story to unfold
The click click of your paws on the floor
A sweet sound I'll never forget
You'd talk to me, asking for more
A language we understood, no regret
Chorus
Oh, Duke, my friend, my loyal boy
For fourteen years, you brought such joy
Your spirit bright, a shining star
No matter where you are, you're not far
Verse 2
Six AM walks, a special pact
Through the graveyard, quiet and deep
We'd watch the squirrels, a morning act
Then home to watch you chase them in sleep
The beach was your grandest delight
Chasing the tide, a playful spree
A beautiful, wondrous sight
Running wild and perfectly free
Chorus
Oh, Duke, my friend, my loyal boy
For fourteen years, you brought such joy
Your spirit bright, a shining star
No matter where you are, you're not far
Bridge
My final whisper, soft and true
Chase all the squirrels for me, I pray
Go run free, no more pain for you
I'll find you both again someday
Instrumental - banjo, acoustic guitar
Final Chorus
Oh, Duke, my friend, my loyal boy
For fourteen years, you brought such joy
Your spirit bright, a shining star
No matter where you are, you're not far
Outro - acoustic guitar fade
Now you're running with our Bella, hand in paw
In doggy heaven, chasing the light
Playing and laughing, defying all law
Forever free, forever bright.
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