Ella was visiting. Her family was busy at a no-dogs-allowed event: the Santa Claus parade. Mr. Wiggles was excited. He knew. He just knew family of the four legged kind was coming to visit. He'd heard the call and knew the cast members involved. He was excited. Mall Cop, the ever-endearing, lovable, no nonsense kind of guy, was no longer here to supervise. Heaven had beckoned him, too.
The excitement was palpable for our Mr. Wiggles. A new way of being was upon us. Sally our late 14- year-old Labrador Retriever and Mall Cop, the Terrier professor had died this past summer. A brother to Ella and a sister to Mr. Wiggles. It was an emotional shock to all. We are still in mourning and struggling. I guess loving too easily and deeply has its down side.
Ella is coming into her own, realizing that Mr. Wiggles, the towering love mobile, is her part time companion now. There is no hiding that fact. She attempts to play with him. He, at 86 pounds; she, at 18. But she loves her running marathons so away she goes. We follow her. He doesn't mind. Glad for the company anytime.These two are the same age, born one day apart.
Wherever she trots, he follows. She must know what she is doing and where she is going 'cause he doesn't, never has really. He was always a part of four. Now two. The plan has changed. Oops, there was never a plan. Just follow that tree or not. Indoors, these two pets are in charge. Where would you like to rest? Each picks his/her own special spot. My opinion doesn't matter. Nor should it.
I'm thrilled that Ella is here helping Mr. Wiggles adjust and acknowledge his place with others of his kind. His sister was his world and without her guidance now, he's not sure anymore. I try but Ella serves as the best reminder of who he is and where he fits in. Dogs are loving reminders of all things human.
Ella, thank you for visiting and helping the memories come alive, again and again,
reminding me of the gang of four. Come back soon. Please. I need you, too.
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