Raja
He came to live with us at the age of 9 weeks in 2003 March
Besides absolute cuteness and pure innocence,
He also brought immeasurable joy along
His silky smooth velvety fur was jet black
His big brown beautiful eyes twinkled with warmth
He had quite big front paws although he was small
With a curious look, he would check out the whole house and the backyard
Slowly, chewing on shoes and coffee table became his preferred time pass
Soon, running around holding pillows and remote controls in his mouth got added to that
When left alone, he showed his disapproval with loud barks
Always made sure that he was included in the clan
He loved swimming, running and going on long walks
And enjoyed gobbling up food of all sorts
He exhibited his alpha leadership by choosing the route of the daily walk
Demonstrated great manners and tolerance around other dogs
He took time to sniff bushes and sidewalks
As if reading a newspaper with minute details to understand all facts
He would get very excited to go on rides in the cars
And loved sitting in the kids’ beds to nap and relax
With his intelligent look and confident and composed demeanor he earned respect from all
Taught us honesty, forgiveness, wisdom and life skills through his behavior without talking at all
For every member of the family he became their life’s significant part
By being a calm, patient, easygoing, loyal friend to lean on
He greeted guests holding a stuffed toy in his mouth when the doorbell rang
And made all the visited friends and relatives become his big fan
His sheer presence reflected feeling of security and serene calm
Around children he was an adorable, gentle, sweet, compliant fur ball
He kept us entertained for 15 years by being our faithful, affectionate sweetheart
Leaving back precious memories, became one with the universal soul in 2018 March
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