Yesterday my daughter called me. It was bad news. She and her husband had to make a very difficult decision and terminate the life of their friend Gordie, a beautiful Golden Retriever. People with pets will understand the situation. It is very tough to permanently depart from a loved one. It doesn't matter if the loved one is human or animal. Loving one of God's creations is wonderful and is truly a gift to be appreciated. Itis difficult to say good bye.
I am so grateful for our pets. Mine have been instrumental in my recovery from the Monster. When I first found out I had cancer, I laid down on the couch and tried to cry but I couldn't. I was numb. I couldn't feel a dam thing! However, Max, our yellow lab and Isis, our calico cat, sensed I was terrified. They came under their own free will and laid down beside me. Feeling the heartbeat of one of God's creations is very comforting and this calmed me down.
I know the Gordie did the same for my daughter and her family. They will miss Gordie terribly and they will be grateful they were part of his life.
I will also miss Gordie. For he was also part of my family and I treated him like I do with my other grandchildren. I spoiled him whenever I could. I gave him wieners when I wasn't supposed to and I let him get on the couch when he was forbidden to do so. I did all the Gido things that should be done with grandchildren.
Good bye Gordie. We will miss you. I hope you catch that squirrel!
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Your words are as inspiring as a baby taking their first steps and as refreshing as a Nova Scotia spring breeze.
steve
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