We Remember

Sad Partings…This last year has been one of saying goodbye to many of our animal friends. Our goat Judy died in March, both the bunny and guinea pig died in the spring, Oreo and Sugar left us in June, and Misty died in September. It is heart wrenching to lose these friends. When we know that we have to help them pass, we can prepare and help each other in the grief. When it is sudden and unexpected, like with Misty, the pain is compounded. Each death brings up memories of past deaths, but with friends and the community we are able to move on and remember the great times as well.

Here is a poem written by one of Misty’s caregivers.

You died on the most beautiful night in the world You could practically count every star And there wasn’t a cloud to interfere You were hurting, but you hardly let anyone know Except for a couple of usYou were in a losing battle, but you held on to your dignity When they came to take away your pain, you knew. You weren’t scared. You knew, but you weren’t afraid How could you be? It must have felt so, so good tofinally be able to sleep easily. Every time I close my eyes, I see your funny dish face And your little white foot And your big tubby tummy And your ripply, rich chestnut coat And your enormous heart… We all love you, Misty Moo You won your battle.