Friends at the End
In early 1996, just about 18 years ago this month, it became clear that Kublai wasn’t recovering through strictly medical
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pet loss
Things I Found in the Woods, Poetry and Memories
Every year the winter opens up to a few days of warm intoxicating sun and mud in January or
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Healing Our Hearts
Above, a few of the candles burning during today’s ceremony, lit in memory of pets we’ve lost. Each February Deb
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Two New Cards, for Emeraude
Of course, it’s our pledge to them as they leave us, that we will never forget them, but don’t we
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On Dying and Death, and Remembrance
ON OCTOBER 20, 2010 my little Peaches died, and just three months later on January 25, 2011 my mother died.
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Healing Hearts for Pet Lovers February 16
After the rush of the holidays, in the quiet of winter, the grief of a recent loss can return as
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A Card Full of Memories
A few days before Stanley gave up his battle, I was trying to organize the kitchen sink, pushing around prescription
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Poem for Christmas: Solstice Moon
Solstice Moon A satin silent night, A silver path through my window, And silken paws paused to stay On the
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Emeraude Today
Thanks to everyone who sends well wishes to Lady Emeraude—I’ve no doubt that’s what helps her feel well. I’m following
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