“Everything I have ever loved,
is woven into the fabric of my soul.”
- Rumi
I
Emotions are contagious.
The person, pet, plant you are losing feels what you feel.
If your sadness overwhelms you while they are still here, alive with you, you fill the time with sadness.
II
On the other hand, if you choose gratitude, rather than grief. Aware how Divinely blessed you are to encounter this living creature, exist at the same moment in time, and the privilege of caring for them.
Your gratitude converts grief to joy.
Rather than sit by their side, lamenting what was, transmitting sadness. You may dance for them or with them, read beautiful inspiring poetry together.
You bring abundance in light of absence.
III
Time enough for torrential tears, remembering unforgettable moments, and the feeling of abysmal emptiness when a part of your soul departs.
For now, while they are still here, alive with you, choose joy. Gratitude in place of grief, laughter in place of lamentation.
IV
Look at the impending loss, stare death directly in its eyes, and dance.
Dance with the fervor of a dervish.
Do so as catharsis, for you and them.
Do so as a pure manifestation of the Divine within you, your infinite love and faith.
And, when they depart, may you rejoice in your inevitable reunion.