Just this side of heaven is a place called The
When a
beloved pet dies who has been especially close
to someone
here, that pet goes to The Rainbow Bridge.
It is a
land of meadows, hills and valleys with lush green grass.
There is always
plenty of food and water and sunshine,
our friends
are warm and comfortable.
Those old
and frail animals are young again,
restored to health
and vigor.
Those who
have been hurt or maimed
are made
whole and strong again.
The
animals play all day;
they are happy
and content with each other.
But, there
is only one thing missing,
they aren’t
with their special person who loved them on earth;
the one who
had to be left behind.
But the
day comes when one suddenly stops
and looks
into the distance.
The bright
eyes are intent;
the eager
body quivers.
Suddenly
he breaks away from the group;
flying over the
green grass;
his legs
carrying him faster and faster.
You have
been seen.
And when
you and your special friend meet,
you take him in
your arms and embrace.
The happy
kisses rain upon your face.
Your hands
again caress the beloved head.
And you
look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet.
Then,
together, you cross the
Never to
be separated again.
Author Unknown