I've been avoiding you.

Okay, I admit it, I have been avoiding my blog. Life has been too emotional and writing about it all seems soooo heavy.
My beloved Golda Bear did pass naturally this week, (the 18 year old cat), my dear companion. What struck me most about the experience was the strength of those around me. Our big dog 140 pounds of love, sobbed for his feline sister. My dog, hide back and sadly watched as we buried the tiny being that in the beginning was larger than her once puppy self. My brave 7 year old, voluntarily getting the cats body (wrapped up in a towel) and bringing her out to the grave. I was shocked because I was not brave enough to do it myself. And thirdly,my dear husband who stepped up to help me through this painful experience. Lastly, the brave and loving personality of the deceased, who, although in pain , still pushed her head against my hand and gave me a soft burr song .
R.I.P. my dear friend.
I realize she is a pet, and many people suffer everyday losing loved ones and children. Hopefully this experience will help me and my children increase our empathy for others pain.