A cat dies, and you grieve. A beloved pet gone from your life. Others may not understand. “How can you be so sad? It was only an animal!” In this we correct you. It was the object of love. It was a source of love. Was it any less valuable than a human being in this regard? You place value on objects in your life in such a curious way.

Life is about learning to love and appreciate all living things as manifestations of Love. If a cat or a dog teaches you this lesson, what a gift you have been given! Some learn to love through their animal companions far more than their human companions. What difference? Love is love. Love is Life itself. Value all Life equally, and love with all your heart and soul.