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It's good to get out and clear my head. The ache is still heavy on my heart but at least I have Laila to make it better. She looks beautiful walking beside me, grace in every stride as she smiles, enjoying the day. I feel myself relaxing in the cool breeze, something to take the edge off the sweltering summer air. My ears flcker alertly, tail waving behind me. I'm even able to paste on a small smile of delight to be sharing this day with the love of my life. I look over at her and I'm lost, like it's the first time all over again. The way the air rushes through her fur, making it dance. The way her eyes light up, the way her nose scrunches when she smiles. She's perfect and I wouldn't change a thing about her. Could I have ever been this crazy over Belinda? Perhaps, but then, perhaps not. I would be dragged down day by bay wanting to see my other half, my Laila. I could love another but it would never be the same as what I have now. Belinda understood that. She still cared for me and she had no hard feelings toward Laila. She was a good friend, a very good friend. And now she's gone. Laila would have liked her, I have no doubt. I admired Belinda for her strength, for her capability, but it was nothing compared to her heart. She had the biggest heart I know. Laila has a heart of gold and she sees the best in everyone. She and Belinda are a lot alike...were a lot a like. It's still hard to believe that Belinda's gone. I look over at the sound of Laila's voice, calling me back like she always does. She saves me every day, she just doesn't know it yet. I smile at her, though it doesn't quite reach my eyes. In time, I'm sure it will. "Hm, what are you feeling like? Venison? Pork? Or just old fashioned rabbit?" My lips twitch toward a smirk, my tail giving a good natured wag. |