In the shadows of my days, a whisper soft and shy, Athena, my silent queen, with a watchful eye. In corners dark, she found her place, unseen by all but me, A gentle soul, a tender grace, her presence set me free. Through the twilight and the dawn, her spirit roamed so near, In her quiet, I found peace, in her purrs, I found no fear. Athena, your whispers soothe the night, In the stillness of your presence, I find my light. Your fur, your touch, a comfort so deep, In every tender pur, your memory I keep. Azrael's tales of ancient lore, the calico shadows cast, Once a reigning queen, now stories of the past. From lap naps in the evening to dawn's first tender sip, Every moment etched in time, now slipping from my grip. From twilight’s edge, Athena turned to Nubs, A name too grand for gentle hugs. Nubs, my heart, your whispers calm the night, In the stillness of your presence, I find my light. Your fur, your touch, a solace so deep, In every gentle chord, your memory I keep. She knew the time, she knew my soul, her gaze a tender light, In every homecoming embrace, she made the world seem right. Now a Nubs-shaped hole remains, a tear in life's cruel seam, An empty space, a silent place, where once she'd softly dream. Skin and bones, yet forever young, her spirit lingers near, Her song unsung, her tale untold, now whispered in my ear. Forgive me, Nubs, for moments missed, for times I let slip by, Your whiskered kiss, your gentle purr, forever I will sigh. Rest now, my friend, in the quiet of the night, Your spirit soars, a star so bright. Nubs, my muse, forever you'll be, In every chord, you’re here with me.
