February and March are flying by, just like January. Dude, year 2016, slow down just a little. A couple of important events since my last post...
Little sister aka bigger sister in height turned sweet 16 on February 13th. We had her pick where she wanted to spend the day and she chose San Francisco. Beautiful day to have visited. We went to the Japanese Gardens for the first time and it was lovely. Next time, I want to rent a bike and just take a bike ride around that whole park. Of course, she connected to her roots and wanted Peruvian food for lunch and in the Bay, you have choices to choose from for Peruvian restaurants. It was delicious. Two more years until my little one is legal. Time, slow down. Please.
Another important event, my BambiBoy turned 15 years old, he made it to another year and let me tell you, he inhaled his birthday ice cream he had on his birthday. His health recently has been a rollarcoaster. He has his good days and then he has his bad days where I'm crying myself to sleep because I fear he won't wake up the next day. I am grateful to God though because I believe He is giving me this extra time to accept that he will be leaving us soon. How many devoted pet owners really get the chance to do this, to say goodbye? My first dog/companion Sugar, a dog who was with me for over 10 years, left me so unexpectedly, and how I wish I had a little more time to spend with her and mentally prepare myself for her departure from this Earth and that is exactly what I am doing with Bambi. I pray he goes in peace when he's ready and for God to continue to give me strength and be able to let go.
I don't mean to end on a sad note, but it helps me. It's a form of therapy for me. I'd love to hear your story and what made your bond so special with your dog/cat. They really are more than just a pet, they are a part of you. There's not a whole lot of people who truly understand that, but I do.
Before I say good night, here are a couple of pictures of the Birthday Girl and Boy on their birthdays.
With love,
Ale
