Today my children and I said good-bye to a loving friend. Sparky had been in our family for almost 13 years. We found him in the pound in Fargo, ND. A strange place to find a pure-bred Pomeranian...we fell in love with him immediately. Sparky had many friends around the neighborhood. He would bark at everyone and spin around in circles in excitement. People were constantly telling me how beautiful his coat was and how it must be a lot of work to maintain. I would just smile and say, "Nope, he is naturally beautiful".
As today approached I tried to tell myself that he was "just a dog". I shouldn't get so emotional. He wasn't just a dog. He was a dear friend to my kids and to me. He was every bit a part of the family. Why is it that we fall in love so hard with our pets, yet have a hard time loving other humans the same way? Is it the unconditional love they give you back? Sparky never wanted anything more than a belly rub once in awhile.
Even with our other six animals, this house seems a bit emptier now. Sparky will never be forgotten in our hearts.
I know what you mean about loving a pet so much and unconditionally. I love my Ashia with all my heart. She listens to my problems, gives me kisses on my face, telling me things will be ok, without saying a word. She snuggles to me every night, giving me a nudge or a lick on the hand, just to tell me "I may not speek, but I love you to the end" All I know, if I lost her, or when she passes, will be the worst day of my life.
ReplyDeletePets are amazing, especially ones with personality, and can show you affection in return. Sad when you loose them, but they will always be in your memories and in your heart.
Your Niece, Ashley