Rest in Peace, My Guinea Pig
Rest in Peace, My Guinea Pig
She didn’t squeak hello when I came in the room.
She didn’t twitch her nose at my carrot.
Her small furry body didn’t rise or fall.
She didn’t hear me when I whispered good-bye.
Last week Mortimer visited me. This week he’s visiting Ruth at There is no such place as a God-forsaken town. Next week he’ll visit Cynthia Grady at this is just to say.
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(c) Elizabeth and Naomi Steinglass, 2013, all rights reserved
We had several Guinea pigs growing up. They were smarter than I ever would have imagined and endearing….so I extend my sympathy to you and yours , Liz.
Thanks, Janet.
I find that our kids find their own ways to process and mourn–like the headstone and the drawing. Meeko lived in my office. I have to admit my office seems rather empty and quiet without her. All the best to you. Liz
🙁 So sad. A beautiful tribute– my heart goes out to your family. (I think if we lived closer, Naomi and Miranda would be friends.)
I can picture them sitting at the table drawing together.
Ah, sorry to hear about Meeko. That’s a great name, btw. We had guinea pigs growing up as well. We used to like to let them out of their cage and then try to find them in the dark recesses of the basement. Our parents weren’t as keen on that game. Maybe you need a new guinea pig for your office when mourning is done.
I don’t think I would have been a fan of that game since they go to the bathroom everywhere. 🙂
Love the drawing! I’ve never been fond of these small, furry creatures, though I often wished I was. Sweet poem!
Thank you!
You’ve captured the absence of our furry friends! Sorry about Meeko (and I love his/her angelic portrait.)
So sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Meeko was a lucky fellow to live with all of you. Your poem is a lovely remembrance as is the picture and headstone. RIP Meeko.
Awh that’s so sad, Liz. Rest in peace little guinea pig from Junior and Johnny (our two guineas)
It’s always sad when a pet dies. Your poem captures that perfectly.
Condolences.
What a touching tribute. We had several guinea pigs, and they are wonderful pets. I’m orry for your family’s loss. Expressing love through poetry and art is so healing, I think.
A lovely poem, heart-touching in its spareness.
Sorry about your guinea pig!