Furkids: Lullaby

Included in the list of Furkids’ favourite activities – vying for the top spot with eating, cuddling and petting – is sleep. From a quick snooze in a pool of sunnybeamz to the deep repose of hibernation, the Creator endowed them with a mastery in sleep that is the envy of many hoomins.

To celebrate the pure bliss of slumber, from baby naps to their final rest, the Furkids have chosen a long beloved piece of music: Brahm’s Lullaby.

A quick Google discovered a considerable variation in lyrics and I added to them what I could recall of the words my mother sang. The Furkids took all the words away with them and returned several days later with their version. I did suggest that we choose either the ‘you’ or ‘thee’ format but they wanted to keep both so that’s the way it is.

The Furkids’ lullaby is dedicated to their dear friend Chrys. We know she is joyfully happy, healthy and pain-free in Heaven but still we will miss her. Dearest Chrys, we love you.

When you’re ready, press play on the jukebox then scroll down to the illustrated lyrics. The violins begin with a brief, soft introduction before the deeper tones of the viola carry us into the first verse.

Furkids love the frothy milkshakes at ko-fi.com/furkids. They want you to know they love licking up their frothy moustaches. You can treat them to their favourite frothies for $3/€3/£3. All proceeds go towards Loula’s healthcare. Our heartfelt thanks to all contributors.