Being without my Sam is difficult for me. Actually, it is difficult for us. On this last trip up to Ferguson to have some quality time with Dad, Sam stayed with her Uncles John and Mike at Mahogany Oaks. Upon my return, she: talks to me all the time; stays by my side; and, finds the most interesting ways to snuggle into me while I read and/or sleep. Now, I wonder what it's going to be like to be separated for the two months that I will be in France this summer.
Although "our" Sam looks like a kitten because she is so small; she is about to be 14 years old.
She won't be returning with me this summer for such a short time, but we will both be making our full-time return together in the spring of 2017.
This had me thinking of what I will do if/when I lose Sam in France. I know what to do and expect here. I'm guessing that France will be a whole 'nother story. These concerns were brought home when I discovered that our friend Greg's sweet girl, Meggan passed away this morning. We loved Megs so much. She was very much a part of our lives in Cadrieu.
I know I'll be looking for her and will feel that empty space that now envelopes Greg. I'm grateful I got to spend time with her in 2014. I'm grateful for all those times with all those 2-legged and 4-legged friends who have passed on since that return. Our losses have been many.
I still remember that day in 2012 when Dali and I walked up to the bus stop to see Pauline off. Pauline is more of a cat person than a dog person, but she and Gaston loved our Dals. Pauline reached down and gave her a hug as the bus was coming and said: "This is probably going to be the last time I see you, Dali." And, it was.
Moving about as we do, we aren't always where we want to be when our loved ones pass. Make the most of every moment, and always do your best to get in that hopeful "a bientot" and one last hug and kiss. It's always important.
We miss you Meggan-Love, Laury and Sammie Cat
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