I didn't mean to throw a pall of gloom at this time when it is supposed to be a happy and joyous time for all of us. I think all of us probably think about it from time to time and it isn't fun, but unfortunately a part of life.. however..

I took Tasha to Petco with me a few minutes ago, put her sweater on and we went to get some food and some treats and of course an extra toy or two.. As we walked through the store, I kept looking at her and smiling at her as she snuffled and watched everything curiously, then got a treat at the checkout. On the drive home, she laid her head on my arm and suddenly I was so full of love for her and joy that she was with me. I thought of how I felt when I wrote this thread but this time I felt an extreme sense of peace and overwhelming happiness.

Just wanted to share that.