All
the animals who had 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, someone who was 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 breaks from the group, flying
over the green grass, faster and faster. You have been spotted, and
when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together
in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain
upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you
look once more into those trusting eyes, so long gone from your life,
but never absent from your heart.
Then
you cross the Rainbow Bridge together...