Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When our beloved pets die, they journey to this idyllic spot.
There are meadows and hills enough for all to frolic freely,
and plenty of food, water and sunshine.
Each and every animal is warm and comfortable.

Those pets that have been ill or aged are restored to health and vigor.
Those who are hurt or maimed are made whole and strong.
Each is just as we remember in our dreams of days and times gone by.
Our pets are happy and content at Rainbow Bridge,
except for one small thing.
Every creature misses someone special, whom they've left behind.

The animals all run and play together,
but the day comes when one suddenly stops,
and looks into the distance.
Bright eyes are intent;
an eager body begins to quiver.
Suddenly, running from the group,
flying over the green grass,
legs are going faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and you and your special friend
come together in joyous reunion.
Happy kisses rain upon your face;
your hands again caress the beloved head;
and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet,
so long gone from your life,
but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together.
(Author Unknown)

"The Rainbow Connection"
Originally sung by Kermit the Frog in "The Muppet Movie"

Why are there so many songs about rainbows
And what's on the other side?
Rainbows are visions, but only illusions,
And rainbows have nothing to hide.
So we've been told and some choose to believe it
I know they're wrong, wait and see.
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection,
The lovers, the dreamers and me.

Who said that every wish would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star?
Somebody thought of that, and someone believed it,
And look what it's done so far.
What's so amazing that keeps us stargazing
And what do we think we might see?
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection,
The lovers, the dreamers, and me.

All of us under its spell,
We know that it's probably magic...

... Have you been half asleep? And have you heard voices?
I've heard them calling my name.
... Is this the sweet sound that calls the young sailors?
The voice might be one and the same
I've heard it too many times to ignore it
It's something that I'm s'posed to be...
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection,
The lovers, the dreamers, and me.