Today we buried Itchy. We didn't have any laid out plans, but it somehow seemed the right thing to do -so we told the kid's school that they had a funeral to go to, and drove out to the Wynoochee River and buried him out at the family campground. Aimee, Ariel's sister came to, as Itchy was originally her dog when she was a toddler. I was really glad we did. It felt like a good way to say goodbye, because he really loved to ride down the river on an innertube with us. Ariel didn't get too visibly upset - but when he made a little casket with handles, I knew how sad he was that Itchy was gone. It may seem like we over did it a bit - but we are not a family who over sentimentalizes our pets.
Now there is serious talk of getting a kitten this weekend. Ariel wants a Maine Coon because they can grow to enormous size. We spent a bit too much time on Pet Finder and I know that I want this kitten, which is up for adoption at a Seattle Animal Shelter. I want to name him Pierre.
2 comments:
Rest in peace, Itchy. What a great lesson for your kids. My family didn't share grief - at all. Your approach is great.
Goodbye, Itchy! You were a great dog who led a very full life!
That kitten is ADORABLE. I hope you get him!!
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