These days I often think about something that I read a few months ago. The person said "we are their heaven", "they stay with us because they love us and they feel comfortable around us". I know the topic isn't widely accepted and I was one of its biggest skeptics, but it's something that has kept me sane throughout the grieving process. I feel better knowing, or rather believing, that I don't walk alone. If I step out of the door, I feel comforted by the thought that Sparkers is still walking beside me, even if just in spirit. It's something that helps me heal. And if it's true, he's gonna get the experience of a lifetime next week, because I decided to go to Germany for a month. It'll be good to be away from everything and to be spoiled by family. I think it'll help clear my head. And when I get back, I would like to start actively looking for another fur child to join me in my adventures. I think I am ready. And I'm pretty sure that Sparky would approve. After all, he knows he's my little top dog, and no one ever will take his place.
I agree. I've always said, that dogs are actually pieces of heaven.
ReplyDeleteIf the essence of heaven can be put into some sort of form, one form would be the dog. Indie always served as my spiritual vessel, as did the dog I had as a young child. I have no idea what faith you are, but if know the Hebrew/Christian bible you may be familiar with the Psalm that has the statement: "Be still, and know that I AM God".
I felt those words every single time I looked at my Indie. Something with that power does not go away. I don't care what anyone says, I know that Indie can't really leave me, because she's of heaven, and God is everywhere.
I hope you (and Sparky) enjoy Germany!!! You must post pictures because I've never been over the ocean!!! I look forward to your adventure!!
Much love!
Hello my e-buddy,
ReplyDeleteIt is such a strange 'limbo' to be in. So many months without the light of your heart. I remember surfacing just barely at six months and then a bit more at seven and then deciding at eight months that I had been lonely long enough. I finally let myself be taken in by pictures of available pups and always, always compared them to my top dog, the ever wonder-full, Cowgirl. I almost felt guilty when I decided to adopt again.
I am so happy that you have gotten to the point of opening your heart again. Those of us that can...should...as there are so many lost souls out there that have NO options at all except the day YOU, Mareike, take one of them home.
I have to laugh when I think how Sparky, Indiana and Cowgirl would have been just so annoyed at the mere thought of another dog in the house. (I am assuming that Sparky was just as possessive) But, somehow, now, I am quite sure they are all okay with it because if there is one true thing, it is that they did indeed love us un-conditionally.
Can't wait to hear more and BTW have a grand time in the old country.
Cheers and much love,
One of your e-pals, gina
ha! I hadn't realized we all posted on the same day! Very funny.
ReplyDeleteI often wonder what the dynamics would be like between Sparky, Indiana & Cowgirl. I have a feeling, that Cowgirl would have taken role of top dog as the senior dog; being regal and in charge, but perhaps would have been sly enough to let Indiana think she was in charge. And I feel as though Sparky would have kept things in check by just try to keep things fun and not even worry about the "who's who" among dogs. Dogs like him could make Indiana remember that not EVERYTHING was a competition!! She had to be taught what play was and how to do it with other dogs. I think Sparky would have helped her master that whole concept.
cheers!!