Cats and Dogs

While at the video store tonight, I saw a sad looking golden retreiver in a car. S/he was looking out, waiting for Mommy or Daddy to come back to the car. And this dog made me think of Grindle. How Grindle was like a dog in that he would wait by the door for me when I was not home, waiting for me. How he would come when I called his name, like a dog would. How he loved to be petted like a dog too. I miss you Grindle. And I miss Uncas too. How many cats and dogs will I come to love and care for in my lifetime? How many times will I experience this loss and the sadness that goes with it? Will Tennie (or Puggie or Pugger as we also call her) be able to live a long life? She is such a sweet little dog. We all love her and she is so good with Andrina. Will Andrina be able to enjoy her doggy for many years to come? I can only hope so.