Last weekend
we went through what many probably have, the loss of a pet. This as a parent is a time
when you want to be able to comfort your children and tell them that everything
is going to be alright. And yet you know that this is a valuable life lesson
for them.Life does come to an end and that this is something that can be
unexpected and sudden.
We found out
that our new kitten Tom had been knocked down in the street as we were on our
way back from a dance competition. We had won medals and had a great time
watching others as well as dancing and bonding with our team mates. I had the job
of telling the girls and bringing them down from their time of excitement. Immediately
following the tears and the uncontrollable sobs began to come. I like everyone
else I am sure, find it so hard to just sit and not try and fix the problem
when your children are hurting. But this is something that everyone has to go through;
it is truly a painful thing to have to see your children go through.
On the
brighter side we also have the sister to Tom and we have showered her with love
and kisses, on the hour! And after a few days we have been able to look at
pictures and reminisce about our lovable kitten that we lost.
You have to grieve
but you also have to go on and live life! Hopefully this is what the girls have
learned as well as their mom. We love you Tom.
