The Continuing Adventures of a Very Small Warden

A few weeks ago, I said goodbye to my little Chihuahua, Allie.

At fourteen years old, she had been my writing companion, supervisor, schedule keeper, occasional employer, and friend for a very long time.

Like many good dogs, she occupied far more space in a life than her small size would ever suggest.

As with many small doges, Allie seemed to have 120 pounds of heart, adventure, and spirit all crammed into a little 12 pound body. It is always amazing how a creature so small can leave such a large space behind and oversized hole in your heart.

It has taken me a few days to come back to this.

Not out of reluctance . . . . but out of respect, I think.

Some things do not ask to be written right away.
They ask to be sat with first — quietly — until the edges soften just enough to be held without breaking.

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