Gretel
9 years
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Gretel's Story
Gretel, the brave Grandmama German Shepherd, was known for her enthusiastic barks that continued long after her family entered the house, always the boss of everyone, including Katrina, Guinness, and Reavo. She soldiered through four years of cancer with incredible determination, always ready to jump into the pool and chase her beloved balls. Now, free from pain, she surely continues her Grandmama role, barking happy greetings from beyond the Rainbow Bridge.
— Remembered by Jill
Lyrics
Intro - piano, strings
Verse 1
The moment I walked through the door
A welcome sound I did adore
Your happy bark, a joyous cry
Reaching long after I'd passed by
A German Shepherd, strong and true
Our Grandmama, commanding you
The boss of all, a loving queen
The finest leader we had seen
Chorus
Oh Gretel, our dear, brave heart
For nine years, you played a loyal part
Your spirit shines, a guiding star
No matter how far you are
Verse 2
That joyous bark, a happy sound
As you circled all around
Long after I was deep inside
Your loving welcome could not hide
Through trials faced, with brave resolve
Four years of struggle, you'd evolve
A fighter's spirit, strong and clear
You banished every single fear
Chorus
Oh Gretel, our dear, brave heart
For nine years, you played a loyal part
Your spirit shines, a guiding star
No matter how far you are
Bridge
I love you so, my sweet, dear friend
Until we meet again, around the bend
Keep jumping in that sparkling pool
And chasing balls, defying every rule
I know I'll hear your bark so bright
When we reunite in endless light
Instrumental - strings, French horn
Final Chorus
Oh Gretel, our dear, brave heart
For nine years, you played a loyal part
Your spirit shines, a guiding star
No matter how far you are
Outro
Beyond the Bridge, your spirit flies
Watching over us from azure skies
Free from pain, a happy heart
With Katrina, Guinness, Reavo, a brand new start
Still Grandmama, leading the way
Until we meet again someday
Outro - strings fade
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