~ Old Russian Prayer ~

Hear our prayer, O Lord, for all animals,
May they be well-fed, well-treated and happy:
Protect them from hunger, fear and suffering:
And, we pray, protect specially, dear Lord,
The little Cat who is the companion of our home,
Keep her safe as she goes abroad,
And bring her back to comfort us.

The Rescue Angels *

Julie W. Smith

Tail tucked between your legs,
Confusion in your eyes-
I know it's hard to understand
That Someone heard your cries.
When loneliness is all you know
and pain is all you feel-
And no one can be trusted,
And hunger's all too real
That's the time the Lord sees you
And lets you know He's there
That's when He sends His messengers-
The hearts that love and care.
Yes, rescuers are angels-
You cannot see their wings,
They keep them neatly folded
As they do their caring things.
The medicine to make you well
Good food to make you strong,
And finally to help you learn,
That hugs are never wrong.
The perfect place then must be found-
The home where you can live
Secure and safe and happy-
With joy to get and give.
When you reach your Forever Home,
Your place to feel whole,
The Angels smile, and off they go-
To save another soul.

* Copyright © 2000
Buster The Rhymin' Rescue Dog