A few weeks back we had a sad moment at my home. Ein, my perpetual buddy through runs, walks, gym workouts and hours writing and editing stories, passed away. After 12 years of Ein being with us through everything from Georgia summers to Iowa winters. training for and running a half marathon with me, many walks, and being introduced to deer and horses, Ein has moved on across the rainbow bridge.
Yes, this has impacted me. I find myself looking for my buddy. I get up in the morning, and he’s not there waiting to go outside and then get his morning treat. He isn’t looking for me to take him for a walk when I get home from work. He’s not sleeping near one of us when it rains, and he’s not stalking the kitchen and dining room when we’re cooking or eating. I’m still processing the loss of a being I spent significant amounts of time with, who taught me a lot about life, loving my people, and how to live life.
But I had the privilege of being a good human to a very good boy for twelve years. I miss him.
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