Lad

Intro - Uilleann pipes, strings

Verse 1

From Scottish hills, a working heart so true,

A collie's spirit, strong and keen, it's true.

Though journeys led you far and wide before,

We knew with us, you'd wander nevermore.

A transient no longer, you found your grace,

A safe haven, in this loving place.

We forged our bond, through every test we grew,

My faithful Lad, my promise kept for you.

Chorus

Oh, Lad, my shepherd, steadfast and so grand,

Sixteen years you graced this earthly land.

For ten sweet years, our hearts were intertwined,

A love like yours, so loyal and so kind.

Verse 2

The quiet evenings, settling down near,

Your gentle chin upon my knee, so clear.

A silent gaze, those knowing eyes I'd see,

Reflecting back the deep love just for me.

No words were needed, just that peaceful art,

A bond unspoken, etched within my heart.

You taught me patience, trust, and how to feel,

A healing presence, beautifully real.

Chorus

Oh, Lad, my shepherd, steadfast and so grand,

Sixteen years you graced this earthly land.

For ten sweet years, our hearts were intertwined,

A love like yours, so loyal and so kind.

Bridge

I love you, Lad, and Grandma loves you too,

It won't be easy, starting life anew.

The quiet house, it won't be quite the same,

But we want you free, to run without the pain.

So wait for us, beyond the silver strand,

Until we meet again, in that bright land.

Instrumental - strings, Uilleann pipes, piano

Final Chorus

Oh, Lad, my shepherd, steadfast and so grand,

Sixteen years you graced this earthly land.

For ten sweet years, our hearts were intertwined,

A love like yours, so loyal and so kind.

Outro - strings fade, Uilleann pipes echo

Now in a spring meadow, bright and green,

No pain, no anxiety, a joyful scene.

Working your sheep, to your heart's content,

A gentle breeze, a life serenely spent.

Run free, sweet Lad, run free.