My Lovelies – Life Empowerment Coach

As of Nov.1st, 2004, I resigned myself of the fact that the chance of my ‘lovelies’ Buster and Lucy (my beautiful dogs) ever living with me again, is relatively small. Even if I win my Human Rights case, I will only be allowed one dog. And, since Buster and Lucy have been together for over 13 years, it would be a travesty to break them up, at this point in their lives. Further, Buster needs Lucy more than he needs me. So, I have relinquished ownership to Linda, and although I feel very sad…. we must all go on. I suggested that, if I win my case but am only allowed one dog that she may consider getting me a pup of my and Buster's choosing. I would love a Tibetan Terrier (a close relative of Buster) to live out my senior years. Buster is an old Tibetan soul (a Buddhist Monk incarnate) and I want to maintain that connection.

In the last 6 years I have only had Buster and Lucy live with me for no more than 2-3 weeks at a time, usually on holidays and twice under the threat of eviction. That amounts to approximately a few months out of six years. Even though I tried to stay in their lives, I find leaving them either with foster homes or with Linda very difficult. When I have not seen them for a while, with 3 months being the longest, my fond memories seem to suffice, for lack of an alternative. However, I can see where dog companionship is what I want, prefer and require. They seem to have a better understanding of my limited lifestyle and are not adversely affected. It is a specie I have always loved and identified with and I am constantly amazed at their unmatched characteristics and traits. They are a specie we should try to emulate.

During this arduous journey, my love for them has only grown. And, while their presence on this glorious earth, bring smiles to all who have crossed their paths, I am dumbfounded as to why the Universe keeps us apart. A lesson in keeping the faith, to be sure. When we are together we fit like a ‘glove’. We are always there for each other and enjoy each others` company. We love to play together and hug a lot. We just thoroughly enjoy being in the same room while even, taking a nap. And, as we get older, there seems to be a correlation between age and the number of naps we take per day…go figure.

I cannot think of another entity that has brought so many smiles to so many for so long. What a living, breathing, licking, loving and caring pair they are. What a matched set (soul mates), if ever there was one. From birth to death to eternity, they/we will always be together…what a gift to and from the Universe… they are…and so it is.