The bright side of things; it’s a perspective, a choice, a path, a way to cope with the twists and turns that life, in its unpredictable way, seems to throw at us. You see, the journey we travel together today is a personal one. It’s filled with warmth, tears, laughter, and the unexpected companionship of our four-legged family members.
A Bright Beginning: The Adoption of Lizzie
Life has a way of presenting us with opportunities, sometimes masked as challenges. After having to say a heartfelt goodbye to our beloved Luka, a void formed in our hearts that we had vowed never to fill again. But then came Lizzie. “Energetic and Vibrant,” two words to describe her essence that we fell in love with instantly.
You know, Lizzie’s look, that certain “Luka look”, tugged at my heartstrings. It’s more than mere resemblance; it’s a connection, a reminder, a pathway to healing. I see it in her eyes, that unspoken understanding. “Big surprise that a dog who is part poodle looks like your poodle,” my youngest quipped. But the real surprise lies not in their likeness but in the connection they fostered.
Malika: Our Princess, Our Queen
When the presence of a pet weaves itself into the fabric of our lives, they become family. Malika, the feline member of our household, had a name that meant “Princess.” But she was more than that, she was a Queen, ruling our hearts.
Her escapades were the stuff of legends, her intelligence unmatched. In a time when the nest felt empty, she filled it with joy, love, understanding, and occasional mischief.
The Unthinkable: A Loss
It’s a moment that breaks you, tears at your very soul, that sudden, unexpected loss. Malika’s last day with us was an ordinary Thursday with an extraordinary ending.
As I left that morning, I saw her sprint around the house, free and full of life. The tragedy that unfolded a few hours later is a testament to how fleeting life can be. She was gone, in that one heartbreaking, quick moment.
But it’s not just the loss that defines this chapter; it’s the love she left behind. Malika was not just a pet, she was a friend, a confidante, a part of us. In her ten years, she taught us compassion, empathy, and the beauty of unconditional love. Non-cat people would fall for her charm, and those who knew her recognized her innate ability to sense when a hug was needed. And let’s not forget her sweet morning ritual with my mother-in-law’s yogurt.
The Bright Side: Reflections on a Double Rainbow
Life goes on, even when it feels impossible. At the end of that fateful Thursday, I came out to a beautiful double rainbow. A sign, perhaps, of life’s way of saying, “Look up, see the bright side, embrace the hope.”
This is not just a story of loss but a lesson in resilience, understanding, and growth. The bright side is not about ignoring the pain but finding meaning, learning, cherishing the memories, and making room for new beginnings.
The bright side exists in the double rainbows, in the shared yogurts, in the laughter of recognizing familiar looks, in the moments of connection, and in the embrace of new friendships.
It’s a reminder that life’s challenges are not just obstacles but opportunities. Opportunities to grow, to love, to heal, to find the bright side in the most unexpected places.
Embrace your bright side. Embrace your journey. For in every ending lies a new beginning, in every loss lies an opportunity to learn, and in every tear lies a seed of resilience.
It’s a beautiful, complicated, rich tapestry of life. And it’s yours to weave.
Luka and Malika meet again in the Spirit World. They are both sadly missed.
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Rollie Allaire
Holistic Life and Wellness Coach
Geegado Megwan Kwe
(Spirit Name - Talking Feather Woman)
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