Dakota
Nearly 9 no where near long enough
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Dakota's Story
Dakota, the beautiful long-haired Rottweiler, was a constant, comforting presence, always sharing morning coffee on the couch and eagerly poking her nose through the gate upon arrival home. She diligently watched for the last family member to return each night, her greatest joy found in post-work walks and simply sitting close. Though deeply missed, her family dreams of reuniting with their beloved Missy Moo at the rainbow bridge.
— Remembered by Linda
Dakota's Memorial Video
Lyrics
Intro - acoustic guitar, harmonica
Verse 1
The morning sun would start to shine,
With you right by my side,
Drinking coffee, feeling fine,
Nowhere left to hide.
A long-haired princess, loyal and true,
Your watchful eyes would gleam,
Nose poking through the gate, I knew,
Like a beautiful, gentle dream.
Chorus
Oh, Dakota, my dear friend,
Nearly nine sweet years,
A love that time can never bend,
Washing away my fears.
My heart still aches, but memories stay,
Of every precious day.
Verse 2
When work was done, the day grew long,
Our walking time would start,
Any moment with you felt strong,
A treasure in my heart.
You'd settle near, just wanting close,
A comfort by my side.
The sweetest love a person knows,
With nowhere left to hide.
Chorus
Oh, Dakota, my dear friend,
Nearly nine sweet years,
A love that time can never bend,
Washing away my fears.
My heart still aches, but memories stay,
Of every precious day.
Bridge
My beautiful princess, I know you're free,
In a beautiful place, so bright,
Still watching and waiting there for me,
Shining like a guiding light.
I love you, Missy Moo, my sweet,
I'll meet you at the rainbow bridge.
Instrumental - acoustic guitar, mandolin
Final Chorus
Oh, Dakota, my dear friend,
Nearly nine sweet years,
A love that time can never bend,
Washing away my fears.
My heart still aches, but memories stay,
Of every precious day.
Outro
Forever in my heart, you'll be,
My precious, loyal friend,
Until the day we're meant to meet,
And our love will never end.
Outro - guitar fade
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