Thursday, February 23, 2012

Little White Clouds


I’m here to find a sign, because I’m sure she’ll send me one. Just like when Cody died and he sent me a beautiful northern sundog to let me know everything was okay, that his energy had joined something greater.

The snow-covered lake is blinding from the sunshine, under a perfect, blue February sky. It is unseasonably warm, but my grief numbs me anyway. Neeka was my most special dog, and I’m grieving the massive void in my life, and in my heart. I’m grieving too for that part of me that was capable of forming such a bond.  

Neeks, Neeka Plum, Neekanuba, on and on. I had whispered in her ears all my silly names for her one last time. I didn’t think to say Little White Dog, I only remember now as I gaze at the treetops on the far side of the lake and see my sign. Soft little white clouds are lined up in a perfect row in the otherwise clear sky. They are subtle against the pale horizon, and could almost go unnoticed. I count them, but I already know there will be five, one for each of our remaining dogs. Her energy has joined something greater now too, and she wants me to know I can find a little part of her in each one of the others. That I can find her anywhere I look for her.

Two days before Neeka died, we saw a sundog in the sky. We hardly ever see them; they are rare down here like the northern lights. I didn’t know it at the time, but now it’s clear. Cody, ever the lead dog, was waiting for her, and assuring me that everything would be okay. 






11 comments:

Kea said...

That makes me cry all over again, Sara.

(((Hugs)))

Buttons Thoughts said...

Oh Sara I am so sorry. This a beautifully written tribute. HUGS B

Derrick said...

A very special bond that you two share.

Love you,
D

GZ said...

Very sorry to hear of this loss Sara. Take solace in the joy of the days you shared. I know those words and thoughts don't make it go away, but those times you two had don't go away either.

Anonymous said...

jThose beautiful eyes that would beg us for another treat everytime we came up to feed them.

slowrunner said...

big tears running down my face sara. so so sorry ...

hugs

Sue said...

Sara I'm so deeply sorry to hear about Neeka. It's never easy when one of our very special furry friends crosses the rainbow bridge. Thinking of you.

Karen SF said...

I know the loss is huge even as I'm certain that Neeka had a safe, beautiful passage alongside Cody. More hugs coming at you, Sara.

Eliza Ralph-Murphy said...

Sounds like you two had a special bond. This was a very touching post. I love her picture, she looks so happy.

Duane said...

Sorry Sara;it is never easy saying goodbye to a good friend.

Sara Montgomery said...

Thank you all for your thoughtful comments.

I've added a couple other of my fav pics.