You know, there was a dog groomer on Animal Planet who was asking why our little friends stay with us such a short time. She guessed it was to teach us about living in the present, and opening our hearts to new friends, but she didn't sound convinced.

I can't say it ever hurts less, but the pain comes less frequently with time. Are you anywhere near a beach? Sometimes just watching the sea at sunset makes sense of things. (I can't explain that, it just does.)