Oh, Smilla, I understand, completely, why this is sad for you. You just need to remember that Rusti's precious soul is not in that grave, but at the Rainbow Bridge. I know that a lot of people like to be able to remember their pets at their gravesites, and many others use cremation as a way to avoid what you are going through. But his spirit is obviously with you, just as all of our loved ones who have left us are.

Maybe you could make a memorial for Rusty at your home, or at your parents, when they get settled. You could plant a special garden or tree, or spring bulbs and there are beautiful engraved stones available for our pets. I would love to have one for my Kaycee. I may do that one day soon for my new home and garden.

I'll be thinking of you and I hope you will feel better soon.

Logan