A sober reflection

it’s almost a year since Snowie’s passing.

it’s hard to describe how a lovable little mixed Maltese doggie grew on me for 14 years before quietly leaving.   Her last year of life was plagued by ill health for her and anxiety and fear for us.
she was (is) a friend who did everything with us apart from travelling.     I wished travelling was more inclusive of pets where I come from.

I choose to believe she is somewhere else, namely heaven.    Not a terribly evidence based belief but ..

Since her death, I have been more aware of my own mortality and thinking more of it.  Is that now at an unhealthy level? I don’t know to be honest.   It has also made me less tolerant of being bullied or taken advantage of.     I have been more inclined to stand up for myself and protecting myself .
I am thankful for her in my life , and as the song “for good” from the witchy musical says, she has changed me for good.   She has taught me what I must learn.

in whatever shape to form, I’ll be seeing you again, Snowie girl.