Bittersweet Moments

Struggling with our emotions, we try to smile

through the sorrow of losing the last dog of three.

In the span of three months. Family was visiting when

we received the news.  Bittersweet.  Good and bad times.

Speaking in tearful, breaking voices, our son

and daughter-in-law phoned about the third dog

in as many months to have passed. The love they

gave one another will be forever remembered.

Pet owners everywhere understand the great

depths of sorrow and sadness experienced when

a beloved family member is no longer there.

Tears and heavy sighs as names are spoken.

On the brighter side, we had a whirlwind visit

from our daughter and son-in-law.  Always

on the go, we managed nonetheless to have

memorable moments together.  Savored.

A special meal at The Inn Between was

enjoyed by the four of us.  All too soon, we

said our goodbyes and parted.  We blew kisses,

waved and watched as they drove away.

As if on cue, our teacher neighbors arrived

home early with big smiles at another year

accomplished.  I recall those bittersweet

moments when I finished the year.

Saying goodbye to my seniors was

often difficult.  Tears welled in my eyes

as I became choked with emotion.  I literally

fell into the living room chair and sighed.