July
1st
2008
Odin, my angel…
July 1st, 2008 marks the 4th year since Odin passed away from pancreatic cancer. It's been hard for me, and time's passage hasn't made it easier. I think about him many times a day and still cry easily when I think of him. Occasionally, too, Elka will do something that reminds me of Odin which can make things pretty emotionally rough.
Odin would be getting on in years now, and I can imagine the beginnings of white around his muzzle; but his eyes always had that look of wisdom.
I miss you, my angel.
It’s of course a tragedy when parents outlive their children, but oft-downplayed is the sadness that comes from the outliving of a beloved pet. I have at least two from my childhood that were no less than a real part of our family. Jinxie is now only 5 years old, but I occasionally imagine how horrible I’m going to feel in 10-20 years when he’s no longer able to be my best friend. Hugs for now.
It is very hard to deal with; and is something that I considered with both cats and when I got Elka… if I could handle that again.
But even that pain is worth it; I can’t imagine life without them.
But I’m sure there’s something in a shade of grey…
Something in between…
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