Mesa, my beloved dog, was laid to rest last fall in our yard after a long and full life. Her days were filled with so much that she loved- swimming and playing at the lake, patrolling and protecting the gardens and barnyards, long walks through the woods, hanging out by the fire pit... these things brought her deep joy.
She also suffered from anxieties that made parts of life challenging and she and I spent 14 years navigating that rough road together. She willingly went into any unavoidable situation I asked of her, even if it wasn't comfortable, because she had total faith that I was there for her and would support her through the entire process. Her loyalty knew no bounds. Nor mine.
Mesa struggled with early onset arthritis in her spine which slowed her down and required a lot of attention to keep her mobile and comfortable.
Our overall strategy was multi faceted: Reiki and massage on a regular basis supported both her body and her emotions. Switching her to a raw diet brought her body into optimum health. Essential oils, of the highest quality, offered support for her heart/mind in difficult situations. Turmeric, CBD, Green lipped mussels- all of these anti inflammatory supplements helped keep her pain levels under control. And of course taking her to her happy place, the lake, was the best therapy of all. Even as she aged and decided swimming was no longer what her body wanted, she would wallow and wade, taking the weight off her joints, and soaking in the healing waters of South Pond. She was never happier.
I miss my dear Mesa and I am honored to have had her for a friend and a teacher. May her beautiful and sensitive heart shine on for eternity.
