[CupofDog]

I am so sorry for your loss. I always reccomend the book Dog Body, Dog Mind to those who have lost a furkid. Its an incredibly easy read and it provides a great deal of insight into how dogs experience their relationships with humans and how dogs deal with death, grief and dying.

These lil' ones have a powerful place in our homes and hearts and when it is their time, it is never easy. The gifts they give during their time with us are so large, its amazing to think they come from something so small! Ella Bean is about 2 lbs, but to me, she is larger then life!

You know, in the long run, even though my marriage ended and I am deeply saddened by the loss and everything, moving to Miami was not without its benefits. If I hadn't followed my ex down there to care for his parents, I would not have made some of my most important friends and professional contacts and most important, Ella Bean and I might not have found one another.

Pain is not without its silver lining...