It
never ceases to amaze me when, after the death of a pet, someone says something
insensitive like “It was only a dog” or “It’s just a cat”.
Actually,
in some small way, I feel sorry for these people. For, by choice or misfortune,
they have obviously never experienced the amazing bond that can only be felt by
the companionship of a pet.
The
unconditional love a pet offers is truly a special gift. You can share your
most private affairs or tearful sorrows and be assured they’ll take your
secrets to the grave.
When you are sick,
your pet stays with you, when your pet isn’t feeling well, you help them out. They are furry kids who never outgrow the need
for you to care for them and in return they offer their loyalty and endless
love. It’s a pretty sweet deal. Truly unparalleled.
So
it only stands to reason that having built this incredible relationship over
the years with these devoted, gentle beings, it’s going to hurt like hell when
that relationship is suddenly gone.
Sometimes
the silence, left after a pet has passed away, can be deafening.
Each
time I have lost a pet, it feels like a little piece of my heart goes with them. But...in time, each piece is replaced with a little angel, who remains with me and in
my heart forever
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The
motivation to write this piece was not based only upon the shocking death of my
young cat JJ. Over the past few months,
several Scribbles friends have also had to say goodbye to their dogs or cats. One of our friends lost both of her two cats
within two days of each other.
We
send our condolences to Becky, Mikol, Dave, Kenneth and Lisa on the loss of
Raina, Saffy, Taco, Mooch and Moggie.
Sadly, another of our furry friends has left us. Our friend Kirby & his family said goodbye to their beloved girl Diva (seen above) this weekend.