Loving Through Another Chapter
December 24th, 2013 my kids opened up presents, each one containing a photo of a puppy. It had been almost a year since both my parents passed and I wanted to bring more love into our lives. The kids thought they were each getting a puppy, but it was just one! Georgie Kay named after my parents, came to us in January 2014.
I used to say she was my therapy dog, but truly she was a package of pure love and light coated with the softest fur, and a tongue that would kiss you endlessly. She was the one who was there for us in all the ways a dog could be. So many changes in life she was there. She was always the constant anchor of love, showing up in some of our darkest times. When we decided to adopt her sister ( Honey the Chihuahua) back in 2017, never did I think they would bond the way they did. Georgie showed her how to be a dog, but more importantly, how to love. She traveled many hours and lived in many places, but nothing changed her; she was always the constant love showing us and teaching us. Then, in August 2022, came Bob, our orange cat, whom we adopted as a kitten. He believes he is part dog, as he has grown up with his two sisters. We had a zoo, so we called them, and it was one of the greatest times of my life. Bob gave his sisters a run for their money, but he was always put in his place. When Honey passed at the end of August 2025, our little zoo had to change and shift. Georgie was sad that her sister was gone and Bob would meow throughout the house looking for her. These last 7 months have been a big transition for us, as Honey left a big hole in our hearts. Sadly, that hole grew bigger last night as we had to say goodbye to our sweet Georgie Kay. Doing what is best for someone never means it is easy. Each soul we are lucky to love and be loved changes you in ways that words can’t relay.
About 20 minutes ago, before I started writing this, a red cardinal flew up by my window. I feel peace knowing she was telling me she is happy.
I always say death teaches us how to live. That each moment we have is a gift. We have the power inside of us to show up as love in every way, shape, and form. Animals are pure love. They ask for nothing, but give us love, freely, unconditionally. If we all could embody that, what a wonderful world we would have.
Today and every day, do one thing in love, for yourself, for your kids, for your partner, or for a stranger. It will create a ripple effect of love. Thank you, Georgie Kay for all your love the last 12 years. Your heart was pure love and light and I will treasure this chapter for whatever time I have left on this realm. XO-Rach