Pets

Regular readers of this blog are familiar with my beloved Maggie, our cherished mixed breed dog who has rested in our back yard gravesite since 2005. I recently wrote about Maggie and her longevity as a “mutt” and our affection for her over the 17 years of her life.  

What I have not yet shared is that my son’s dog, Griffey (a namesake of former Reds baseball star Ken Griffey Jr,), also now lies in rest with Maggie in that same little plot. Griffey, a beautiful mix of Australian Shepherd and Poodle, did not live as long as Maggie, but his life was no less meaningful.

Griffey darted in front of a car several months ago- something very uncharacteristic of him. He died quickly, and that was the blessing in this very sad affair. Griffey had helped my son through a somewhat difficult stretch as a loving companion. Now Griffey rests with Maggie in a little plot that I tenderly care for, and he will now help nourish the crabapple tree planted in Maggie’s honor.   

All of God’s creation is special. Our pets are, of course, a little more special to us, and remembering them is right and honorable. God gave us animals for our enjoyment and our sustenance. We need to be thankful for all of his creation, but forgive me for being partial to certain dogs who lie in peace in my back yard, forever to be remembered and cared for.

Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for the gift of pets who are so special to us, Amen