Many of us ask ourselves: who am I? am I a virtuous person? what is my purpose in life?Recently, my beloved Trotter, a stunning Chocolate Labrador, lost his life to canine cancer. Aside from September 11, 2001--I'd never experienced such utter heartbreak.
I didn't think I was ready or worthy of another dog. Eventually, I became convinced that Chester should come home with me.
Chester is also a Chocolate Labrador. He's very beautiful & good-natured; but I don't know who he is inside yet. Who is he? What of his soul?
One of the reasons I founded The Pet Set is my belief that dogs have souls. I wanted to celebrate that aspect, in addition to a dog's grace and dignity.
Trotter had a magnificent soul. He was inspirational, empathetic and strong. That was who he was to me.
As Chester grows, I see external changes, of course. I'm hoping to understand what's inside soon...just as he is trying to understand me.
Dogs study our reflection...Perhaps the person he views is someone he will come to respect. I hope my soul will cherish him always.
Trotter had a magnificent soul. He was inspirational, empathetic and strong. That was who he was to me.
As Chester grows, I see external changes, of course. I'm hoping to understand what's inside soon...just as he is trying to understand me.
Dogs study our reflection...Perhaps the person he views is someone he will come to respect. I hope my soul will cherish him always.
Ah, I am so sorry about Trotter, what a shame. We couldn't agree more on the issue of dogs and souls, it is absolutely so. Chester will be amazing in his own way, but that happens in its own time.
ReplyDeleteI am sending you a big hug and Silly Tilly sends lots of canine kisses your way as well.
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Oh...thank you so much...your words are very kind, and I will keep them in my mind always.
ReplyDeleteAnd as I observe the many band-aids on my fingers from his shiny puppy teeth, I will remember the phrase "in its own time".
Hugs for Silly Tilly.