Little Green Pebble

I found a green pebble. This is the result - a villainelle.

You are so precious - so special to me.
In my pocket you'll stay, always close by
Little green pebble I found by the sea.

We are inseparable, my mother'd agree
Seeing us, she'd give a shrug and a sigh
You are so precious - so special to me.

Even when older, and getting my degree
I still keep you with me - who cares? Not I,
Little green pebble I found by the sea.

Working or not, in my pocket you'll be
Boss says you "gotta go" - who cares 'bout that guy?
You are so precious - so special to me.

Even now with my cane, we are still we.
But soon it will be time to say goodbye,
Little green pebble, I found by the sea.

My time draws near - you'll still keep me company?
Can I still keep you in my pocket after I die?
You are so precious - so special to me,
Little green pebble, I found by the sea.