Gilbert and Gerty

Gilbert was laid on the grass
sadly his long life had past
Gerty wouldn't leave her mate
knowing what would be his fate

Crows approached with greedy eyes
but Gerty she was much too wise
she stood beside him faithfully
and fended off the black bullies

They lunged at her, their beaks were wide
hoping to peck at his hide
but Gerty jumped into the air
and whacked them with her tail of hair

You might think she was mighty large
to be able to take such charge
but don't be fooled by your mind
it was a squirrel that was kind