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that come into our lives choose us for a reason. It's the devil's bargain knowing when we begin the journey with them that they don't have our lifespan, so we're setting ourselves up for this level of pain...but it's so, so worth it, being able to give them a wonderful life in the time in between, no matter how long that ends up being. (Believe me when I say I understand; in March, I helped my sixth kitty cross over the rainbow bridge, and this one was my soul cat, my familiar.)

And, do avail yourself of the EAP if you can. This is coming from someone who, honestly, didn't believe much in therapy until my losses accumulated to the point that it was no longer fair to expect my friends/family to shoulder my pain on their own. Nothing can take the pain away, but they may give you some healthier coping mechanisms or ask you questions that will make you think.

Hugs, love and light to you, LuckyCharms.