FIRST LINE …..July 25, 2013
As we walk along the water’s edge the coolness leaves my skin with goose bumps and prickles, as if there is someone behind me.
July 26, 2013
Alvin pulls on his leash and brings me back, the fragrance of freshly cut grass fills my nostrils; my heart beat quickens, and I am unable to shake the feeling.
July 28, 2013
The sky is overcast with a hint of sunrise peeking through and the leaves of the trees rustle in the breeze, and I think how did I get here?
July 29, 2013
What does that mean, and what is making me think these thoughts?
July 30, 2013
All of a sudden the leash tightens as Alvin pulls me forward.
July 31, 2013
My body lurches forward as I fight to keep my balance, what is going on …. “Alvin,” I cry as things appear to be happening in slow motion.
August 1, 2013
Alvin turns his head and with eyes as big as saucers; I suddenly realize what is going to happen.
August 2, 2013
I had no control, and could feel my breath slowly leaving my body as it was happening.
August 5, 2013
As the fog lifts from my brain and I come round; I realize that quite some time has passed as dusk has fallen, and then the horrifying thought comes to my mind where is my Alvin?
August 6, 2013
My thoughts turn immediately to the searing pain in my head as I try to stand the pain is impossible but I must ….. try to….
August 7, 2013
I do not understand what happened; partially putting things together, realizing my thoughts turn to my beloved Alvin ….. as I try to call out his name…. I feel something warm against my body.
My New Life @ 51 