"There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth. It is called the
Rainbow Bridge because of its many colors. Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge
there is a land of meadows, hills and valleys with lush green grass.
When a beloved pet dies, the pet
goes to this place. There is always food and water and warm spring weather. All
the animals who have been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those
who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember
them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content,
except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had
to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one
suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his
eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying
over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been
spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together
in joyous reunion. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress
the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so
long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge
together, never again to be separated."
Author Unknown.