Happy Easter - Pet's Ten Commandants

[Colliemom]

This was sent to me by a cousin. Was going to post it in the Pet's thread, but decided to put it here instead. Enjoy.

It wasn't my usual Saturday morning, with my Emily wrapped around me feet while I journaled, I was too busy this morning. I thought it was because of the A/C not working again, after replacing the unit, it still wasn't working and I was up early, calling them, in auto pilot opened the door let my 3 little pigs out, filled their bowls with food, and let them back in. All the while still on the phone with the A/C company's receptionist, who telling me we'd have to wait till Monday, I don't think so, she changed her mind someone would be out today, I thought so. Then my husband came in after power washing all night, tired, grumpy, and upset about the A/C not working again. I couldn't wait to get out of there, to my Yoga class. Left in a hurry, making a mental note driving away, I hadn't walked my 3 little pigs in weeks, I would take them for a long walk when I get home.

After class feeling relaxed; I got a call from home, "you need to get home as soon as possible, there's something wrong with Emily," my olderst and beloved 14 yr old boxer. She was vomiting and have seizures.

I rushed home, my nephew put her in the car, I drove her straight to the vet, they pulled her out of the car, and that's the last time I saw her, until two hours later, when we had to put her to sleep, she was already too for gone, to know who I was.

I realized something this weekend, for weeks I've been very stressed out, worrying about things that didn't deserve a second thought. I had taken for granted my husband, my son, family, friends and my pets. What if it had been Brad? I left without even saying good bye to anyone. I don't even remember seeing Emily that morning. Now I have to live with that. She adored me, God put her in my life to teach me unconditional love, and she did her job well.

Life is short, our days are numbered, wether we believe it or not. Don't leave this world, with out saying your, "I love yous" or your "good byes." Reconcile quickly, don't let offenses take root, most of them are just simple misunderstandings anyway.

It's Easter Season, I think we are most like God when we are forgiving...and loving, even to those little furry people we call pets.


A PET'S TEN COMMANDMENTS:

1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet I choose not to bite you.

8.. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.


9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.


10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.




Take a moment today to thank GOD for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without God's critters. Now please pass this on to other pet owners. We do not have to wait for Heaven, to be surrounded by hope, love, and joyfulness. It is here on earth and has four legs!

[Charlene]

Happy Easter!

Your post brought tears to my eyes.

I did the ultimate difficult journey with my German Sheperd last fall and during our stay in Florida, I lost my little furry soul mate Siamese one night in the RV.

Charlene

[BarbaraRose]

Happy Easter!

Your post brought tears to my eyes.

I did the ultimate difficult journey with my German Sheperd last fall and during our stay in Florida, I lost my little furry soul mate Siamese one night in the RV.

Charlene

I am so sorry to hear about that! So sad and never gets easier no matter how many times you go thru it. (I grew up with siamese cats!)

[mitch5252]

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I have avoided reading this until now.
I've seen it before, but it still puts me in awe of our 4-footed children...

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[Getupngo]

I'm so sorry about Emily ... but please don't use your grief to punish yourself. And thank you for the reminders about our sweet four-footed friends. They are gentle souls.