Three weeks ago I lost three friends. Dahlia, Chocko and Belle left this world peacefully and with their own special grace. I was blessed to have a veterinarian who is a kind enough friend to come to the house. They passed together, in their home with Alice and I to hold and comfort them.
I was struck that evening when I fed Alice her dinner. The empty bowl my daughter had made for Dahlia stood silently in its usual spot in the kitchen – empty. I vowed to honor them all with a bulb in their honor as we healed.
Today, their silent paws echo through the house, I turn to call one or the other, then I see them blooming…
Therapeutic Misadventures 
Lovely. Empty bowls are the hardest… I love the way you filled it with light and beauty. What a fabulous idea…
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Thank you Doppleganger. There is still a big hole in the house but the blooms remind us that life goes on…
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For what it’s worth, I’m sorry for your loss. The honorable bulbs are a great idea. My family and I recently lost one of our guinea pigs. We had a funeral, and afterwards, we planted a nana nandina on top of her grave. A tough, long-lasting plant. It was such a blessing to have our guinea pig in our lives, but the loss is still raw. Our other two guinea pigs have stopped calling out for her. I think they’ve accepted it, too. We miss her, but she isn’t coming back. Still, like you said, there can be beauty and growth from here.
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Hi Izzy, thanks for dropping by with a comment. I appreciate your kind words. So sorry to hear of your loss, as well. Part of life and pet ownership but not easy…
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I never know what to do with their leashes, blankets, and bowls. Somehow the first two manage to find their way to a rescue group or shelter – saying it will comfort another and they would like that, but the bowls remain. I really like the idea of the bulbs. What a nice tribute and comfort.
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The most fought over dog bed went with them so they could all “share” for once. Leashes and collars remain but I loved the idea of repurposing the dog dish as a small tribute. Thanks for wagging by with a comment!
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This made me smile. While the rest of the world trudges onward, I’d forgotten you must still feel the loss of your friends. Hope this brought you some comfort!
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Thank you Julie. Alice started doggie day care today. I feel like a first grade mom again. They called to say she has fit in just fine and is enjoying herself…we slowly move forward!
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Only time will heal that ache.
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So True! Thanks!!
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What a lovely tribute. We have an Apple tree in our garden that was planted when Commando’s Mum passed away. Growing something as a reminder is a lovely thing to do.
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Hard to decide what to do with the extra beds, leashes, collars and such. I thought at least I should use the dog dish for something bright and hopeful. Thanks, Marie.
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