THE RAINBOW BRIDGE
By the edge of a wood, at the foot of a hill, is a lush, green medarow where time stands still.
Where the friends of man and woman do run, when their time of earth is over and done.
For here, between this world and athe next, is a place where each beloved creature finds rest.
On this golden land, they wait and they play, till the Raibow Bridge they cross over one day.
No more do they suffer, in pain or sadness, for here they are whole, their lives filled with gladdness.
Their limbs are restored, their health renewed, their bodies healed, with strength imbued.
They romp through the grass, without even a care, until one day they start, and sniff at the air.
All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back, then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack.
For just at that instant, they eyes have met; Together again, both person and pet.
So they run to each other, these friends from long past, the time of their parting is over at last.
The sadness they felt while they were apart, hast turned into joy once more in each heart.
They embrace with a love that will last forever, then, side-by-side, they cross over.....together.
inspired by a Norse legend.
Help for grieving pet lovers
The anger, grief, confusion and depression following pet loss can be paralyzing. This web site can help.
Researchers are coming to realize that the loss of a pet is on the same plane as the loss of a family member, that the animal's death evokes similar and often equally intense emotions.
The harsh reality of an aging pet that can't cope with the machinations of daily life is another cross to bear. Learn what veterinarians say consitutues "quality of life."
Talking to someone else can help. Pet-loss resources, support groups and counselors are also listed.
Try to take it one day at a time.
Thanks to Connie Bloom of the Akron Beacon Journal for providing this information.
