Overwhelmed is an understatement. Between my own family, and friends and Pumas page (my extended family) I feel so much love but also feel so empty. Blank...is a better word. Puma was my every second and I find I am having *tiny* panic moments where my internal Puma clock is confused-no more mowing her grass...or playing endless hours of ball....potty breaks...tummy rubs...walks....trips to her store...trips to grandmas for movie nights...bath time..nail trimming..preparing her dinner...the list is endless. Our house is quiet....and the moments where everyone is away at school or work makes the silence worse. Funny how our companions depend on us entirely, yet we receive so much in return for being their guardians. Purpose....they give us purpose. When I went to VRC my goal was not to bring a dog home -it was to go and help. Puma and I formed an incredible bond in a way that I cannot describe. When I knew, I knew. It is very sweet of everyone to want me to save another-but that is far from my thoughts. I have no intention to stop helping shelter dogs, but as far as bringing another one home-I wont be ready for that for a long time. Ive had many people ask me or suggest that so I just wanted to clarify. Puma was the exception when she came into my life. For now, I will concentrate on school, and set stronger goals to bring me closer to my path: having a *small* rehab facility for those who need it most-like Puma once did. I do read all of your comments....they help hold my heart together. I am very proud to read some that say how Puma has inspired you with your own fur-kid who has similar fears...and I have even caught some comments about changing your mind about her wonderful breed and adopting. Speaking of changing lives.....I received a card today that came from an extended family member who got to meet Puma last Thanksgiving at my aunts home....someone who was..lets say...unsure about her breed. To know Puma and I touched her heart....is pretty damn incredible. 15 months...thats all we had. What is important, is that it felt like a lifetime because every day we did something. Whether it was taking her to a pumpkin patch for the first time..taking her to meet my grandmas horse...going for a stroll through her store for another bag of treats...or just basking in the sun right before I gave her another NEW toy..every single day we did something. In remembering Puma....go out and do something new with your companion. It will strengthen your bond...and create wonderful memories.
Posted on: Tue, 23 Sep 2014 18:51:17 +0000
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