I have and still am, and it’s why I had taken a break from my column. I’ve missed connecting with all of you.
Grieving has been difficult, but it’s very necessary.
I’ve very recently lost my human dad and it broke my heart. In my opinion, it’s impossible to prepare for this type of loss.
It also pains me to see how lonely and sad my mom is. So, I’m going to be even more snuggly, good and loving with her, just as she is being with me.
This certainly is a reason to cry, but with a little time, it’s also a reason to smile. It’s given me time to recall all the joy and fun we had together. You also recall all the tough times you made it through together and you realize how much strength you gained from your loved one.
My mom and I have good family and friend support, and they have reminded us how important it is to share as much love, laughter and kindness as we can with them all.
Grieving is important and I find it’s a very personal, intimate process, so if you are grieving, please take as long as you need. I don’t believe there are any rules with grieving.
I know that many of us have grieved and are grieving now, so I’m sending my love, snuggles and doggy kisses to help us all carry on.
RIP Daddy Don
Finn
“I Was Just Wondering” is a Sunday feature on Sudbury.com from Finn, a Brussels griffon breed of dog, and his “mom”, Jaana Pirnes. Come back next week to see what Finn is up to. Got a question for Finn? You can email him at [email protected].
