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Drew, Vicious Beasts January 23rd, 2009We said goodbye to Oscar yesterday. As we drove Drew talked about the fun times and great memories he had. Drew wanted to make sure Oscar knew that he was still thinking about him, so we made a list of all the things Drew loved about Oscar on two balloons.
We chose a nice quiet spot and Drew let the balloons go.
Drew was just sure that Heavenly Father was going to catch the balloons and read them to Oscar. How else do you explain death to a 5-year-old?
Up, up, and away.
Drew was pretty broken up after letting the balloons go. Daddy explained that Oscar was happy and soon he would have Drew’s balloons…
Drew marked a spot nearby where he could always go to remember Oscar, complete with parsley – Oscar’s favorite treat.
Goodbye Oscar! We love you!
So sad! Sorry to hear about the loss. I hope Drew is doing ok, he sure was good to Oscar. Oscar was a lucky pet.
Oh my gosh that is so sweet. Death probably is such a hard concept for kids to understand. I think it’s so good for them to experience and learn about it through animals though. You guys are such good parents to do all that for Drew. I know it’s for Oscar…but really for Drew. You know what I mean.
🙁 That is so sad! Poor Drew. What a lovely memorial to a truly loved pet. Most pets don’t get that kind of devotion. Drew has a big heart.
Oh my gosh…. I cried. I miss Oscar too. You are doing such a great job teakhing your children how to cope and be strong. What great parents you are. Give the kids a hug…. G’ma
What a cute idea! I love that you wrote on the balloons, and then let them go! I hope he is doing better!
very tender story, Amy. You have many gifts… as a mother, as a photographer, as a writer… Thank you for sharing them with us through your darling blog.
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