Monday, May 7, 2012

Trying to find a groove again

Working hard to find a groove again… the last 3 months have been a whirlwind of very personal chaotic emotions. With other events, the loss of Molly, in February, and Ben, only a week ago... is hard to bear. If I think about these things too long, I become a puddle of tears. I knew the time was near, for both Molly and for Ben. I think they were giving me time to come to terms and accept the inevitable. And to push me into a new chapter.

Big changes are coming up fast. It’s a big move. I’m ready for it. I really need it.

Molly and Ben will always be with me. I will miss those two forever. And as I look down and see this bright-eyed little border collie looking back at me, I can look to the future, a little less heavy-hearted.

I’m looking forward to new adventures, me and Jane.

Monday, April 30, 2012

Together again

Ben
5/5/1998 - 4/30/2012

Today, April 30, 2012,  I said goodbye to another dear companion. Ben picked a patch of clover in the backyard to lay down in, as was his habit in the last couple days. Each time, I lay or sat with him in the grass for awhile, petting him gently, letting him know he was a good boy, thanking him for being a great teacher, and that he would be with Molly again soon.



I am grateful to my friend, Sue (a vet), who came over to my home to free Ben's spirit.

 

There is a comfort in knowing that Molly was waiting for Ben... 


And that they are together again.




Friday, February 10, 2012

One day

 

Today, February 10, 2012, I said goodbye to my Molly. Miss Molly passed peacefully on, at home, right where she wanted to be, as I held her head in my hands. I will probably never find the words to properly convey what this dog has meant to me. One day I will try. I love you, Molly girl.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Spring is a smilin'

Heeey... feels good out here...


We've got wacky weather.  It was brutally cold in December. And it's a springy start to February. Even if it is temporary, we'll take a couple days of the sun warming our backs in 60+ degree temps. It certainly helped dry the mud pits in the backyard!

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Little bit of sun, spot of warmth

Rolling in the damp grass, Molls takes in the sun.
A little bit of sun, a spot of warmth, on a mid-January winter's day.