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Persephone Has Crossed the Bridge - Page 3

© Joan C. Fremo

I kissed her nose, her muzzle, and her soft ears. I told her how much she was loved, and how many people had sent Angels to guide her and keep her. I tell her of my Magnus waiting for her at the Bridge.

My tears fell on her soft fur, she gasped, and she was gone.

I am a rescuer. I am made of porcelain.
My heart is shattered. My sweet little Angel is gone. No forever family, no home of her own.

Persephone is gone…

I come home, and attempt to explain to Donnan and Courage—survivors of Hell—that Persephone has gone to the Bridge. That she is safe, and happy… Exhausted, I seek my bed to finally rest from the last several days of round the clock vigil when suddenly my home is filled with a mournful dirge. All 9 Rescues in residence have thrown back their heads, eerily lifting their voices in plaintive song to the heavens. For several minutes their grief is given voice, and my tears flow.

Persephone is gone…

I have asked that she be cremated, and her ashes returned to me. I will not regret the expenses of the last few days. I hope there will be help for her vet bill, but if not... I will find a way. Take out a loan, beg--something.

I am a rescuer. I am made of stern stuff.
My heart will heal with each animal rescued, the glue that mends my heart is the pictures from adopters, their stories, and their love for their adopted Rescues.

Persephone is gone, but she knew love. When the time comes, I wonder if I will recognize her at the Bridge. She will have a lovely coat of long white fur. She won’t be naked, will she?

If any are able to contribute towards Persephone's bill, or Courage and Donnan's, their vet is Spring Oaks Animal Hospital
2489 South Woodland Boulevard
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-6747

Pyrangel Rescue Network also has a PayPal account,

Please light a candle for this sweet furchild and remember her in your hearts.

Please visit 1000 Miles to Safety.

Persephone, journeyed to the Rainbow Bridge 9/23/02.
Running with the Angels.

R.I.P. 9/23/02

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