It is sad to hear of someone losing a loved bird or any other pet, for that matter. We all know what it feels like.

 

The tradition of writing verse about the death of a bird is ancient. The Roman poet, Catullus, wrote "Lament for Lesbia's Pet Sparrow" in around 45 BC.

 

I have joined that tradition. I wrote some verse this evening and hope it may help someone.

 

I loved your warmth and optimism

Your happy little ways.

But has it come to this, my sweet,

That you’ve used up your days?

I cannot bear to think about

The truth that you are dead.

I need you on my shoulder, Love,

And to stroke your feathered head.

I wrap your silent, perfect form

In the most precious cloth I own.

I mark your grave and realise

You were only here on loan.

I make a conscious effort

To overcome despair

And fix upon the debt I owe

For the joys of love and care.

So, thank you, maker of my bird,

For his loyal, little heart.

It was a privilege to share his life

Before we had to part.

Take care of him on my behalf

And make him very glad

That he has flown to be with you

And I’ll not be so sad.

Author: Catherine L

wow. that was so beautiful. this poem touched my heart. you are an excellent poet. It is absolutely perfect. it reminds me of Stumpy who was my first bird to die i was so sad. it rhymes perfectly and reflects the sorrow all us budgie-lovers go through when our little feathered friends die.\

Well done!

I agree- beautiful! I'm thinking of my Wally who died several years ago & my Pingu who escaped a few months ago! Thanks for sharing.

Heart touching... Brings a tear to the eye and you remember all those budgies you once loved and still do and miss...

Thank you for posting this.

Thank you for posting this.

 

You are welcome. I was thinking particularly of you and dek21 when I posted it.