It is with great sadness in my heart to say that my beloved Satin has passed away and is awaiting me at the Rainbow Bridge.  She lived a full and happy life and although I feel the pain, she died in my arms as I would've wished so she never had to be alone.  Her legacy will live on in her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Dear Satin,

Your presence in my life was the one of the best things that's ever happened to me.  I will miss you greatly, but knowing that, in time, I will see you again brightens my heart with joy.  You will forever and always be my special "Satin Mouse" and the place in my heart that you filled will remain forever yours.  I will never forget you or the time we spent in each other's lives.  Your joy at the simple things in life always filled me with love and my awesome memories of you will always be happy.

I hope you await my arrival and until that time, watch over me as only you can.

My love always, Mom

 

Taken March 2001, age almost 8  years

THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

Just this side of heaven is a place called "The Rainbow Bridge."

When a beloved pet dies who has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to the Rainbow Bridge.

It is a land of meadows, hills and valleys with lush green grass.

There is always plenty of food, water and sunshine;

Our friends are warm and comfortable.

Those old and frail animals are young again, restored to health and vigor,

Those who have been hurt and maimed are made whole and strong again.

The animals play all day;

They are happy and content with each other.

But, there is only one thing missing.

They are not with their special person who loved them on earth;

The one had to be left behind.

Then the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks in the distance.

The bright eyes are intent.

The eager body quivers.

Suddenly he breaks away from the group,

Flying over the green grass;

His legs carry him faster and faster.

You have been seen.

And when you and your special friend meet,

You take him in your arms and embrace.

The happy kisses rain upon your face.

Your hands again caress the beloved head.

You look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet.

And then, together, you cross the Rainbow Bridge.

Never to be separated.

My best friend closed her eyes last night,
As her head was in my hand.
The doctors said she was in pain,
And it was hard for her to stand.
The thoughts that scurried through my head,
As I cradled her in my arms.
Were of her younger, puppy years,
And Oh ... her many charms.

Today, there was no gentle nudge
With an intense "I love you gaze",
Only a heart that's filled with tears
Remembering our joy filled days.
But an Angel just appeared to me,
And he said, "You should cry no more,
God also loves our canine friends,
He's installed a "doggie door'!"

        ~ (C) 1997 Mary Ellen Arthur