What would you do?

1. -has been punched in the gut, didn't miss my heartstrings either- why am I always compelled to stop, to help no matter how futile it may be- allowing myself to become vulnerable to the pain of others- legs moving instinctively before my reasoning mind can deter me?? Came to a dog lying under a car- owner struggling to move him. Grabbed the Patriots blanket in the back of truck - the one we use for... all the kids' cold games...ran with that blanket, my family in the car...ran & took over moving this injured animal- blood on my hands...waved down a truck for a place to lie this dying animal...working hand & hand with the young owner...on the same team for the sake of sparing this beautiful dog one more ounce of suffering. I will never forget that dog's face & the others - the ones I was with as their spirits left them- the very old & the very young...forever in my heart- a piece of that evasive spirit.

Reviews

[Lauren]

This is beautiful, and I can really relate, as someone who also feels compelled to do whatever she can to help other beings. What a touching story. You obviously have a kind, beautiful soul :)

[Mary E Green]

Thank you Lauren! This was written immediately after incident so is very raw and unedited. I have thought about changing it but it is so true to my thought processes at that time, I do not want to forget just how I felt. Have a wonderful day!!

[john alan willox]

very powerful story - very moving - thanks.

[Mary E Green]

Thank you!