We knew the time was
getting close when our beloved,
elderly cat, Elaine,
suddenly began seeking
out solitary,
dark, enclosed spaces to rest.
But in the end she
chose to die in the open,
curled up next to her
old dog friend, Toby, who kept
a sad and sacred watch.
JDG
aholdingplace 
A beautiful tribute to a beloved friend, Joan. Sending you hugs. ❤
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Thank you, Carol.
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Oh, Joan, I am sorry you have lost Elaine. Life you shared together.
Much love to you and the girls.
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Thank you, Tish. Like Elaine, we find comfort in friends and family.
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