Reading time ~ 2 minutes. After Walter was diagnosed with lymphoma, I tried not to let this turn into a dog cancer blog. Even though his illness was our focus, I did my best to generalize what I wrote about the experience. Now that he’s gone I’ll try to do the same and not dwell (too long) on the pain of pet loss. But grief is universal, and as much as I wish it were otherwise, there’s no escaping this is our current reality. I’ve said before that writing is often how I sort things out. Bear with me, because I have some sorting to do.
I appreciate and agree with the other comments. Your words beautifully convey the joy of love, the pain of grief and the space in between. Holding you, Theo, Walter and Hazel in my heart.
Echo the comments below that your words are truly a gift to read… hoping for you and Theo that time until sadness turns to “touch points of joy” in remembering Walter, lessens with each passing day
I've been thinking about you both, as you navigate this grief. Walter was a delight, and clearly a core piece of your family unit and, of course, of the rhythm of life you share. What a beautiful ode this is to him, in all the tangible, everyday ways in which you're feeling his loss. I'm glad he had you and Theo (and Hazel) for a family.
Beautifully written, CB. I love "the difference between routine and ritual is the attitude behind the action." I'll carry that with me. Love to you both.
I appreciate and agree with the other comments. Your words beautifully convey the joy of love, the pain of grief and the space in between. Holding you, Theo, Walter and Hazel in my heart.
Echo the comments below that your words are truly a gift to read… hoping for you and Theo that time until sadness turns to “touch points of joy” in remembering Walter, lessens with each passing day
I've been thinking about you both, as you navigate this grief. Walter was a delight, and clearly a core piece of your family unit and, of course, of the rhythm of life you share. What a beautiful ode this is to him, in all the tangible, everyday ways in which you're feeling his loss. I'm glad he had you and Theo (and Hazel) for a family.
Touching, raw, truth. Thank you for your courage to share your intimate emotions. It is a gift for all that read your words.
Beautifully written, CB. I love "the difference between routine and ritual is the attitude behind the action." I'll carry that with me. Love to you both.