Yesterday evening, I attended the Hallwalls 50th Annual Members Exhibition where I submitted a piece. Far from being in a celebratory mood, I made an effort to go. While walking around, a man rudely yelled at me, “hey, smile!”
It was only a month ago when I veiled and unveiled my sorrow with you, hoping for a happy ending. But, as one of my dear friends says, that would have been too easy.
I’m not able to share much at this time without my heart aching and tears rolling down my face. Ho’oponopono, a simple Hawaiian practice in four steps that expresses remorse, gratitude, and love while asking for forgiveness, has helped me through this time:
Step 1: Repentance
I’m sorry, Poncho 💐
Step 2: Ask Forgiveness
Please forgive me for your suffering 💔
Step 3: Gratitude
Thank you for loving me, for protecting me, for always being there for me… Thank you for not having to put you down 🙏
Step 4: Love
I will always love you ❤️
Cooking “colivă,” the traditional Romanian “memory cake”
In memory of Poncho,
💖 B: 5/5/2008 – D: 7/11/2024 🌟✨
Sorry to hear of Pancho’s passing. He was a good puppy. How is Lucy?
Be well.
R
Thank you, he truly was the best. Lucy is doing well, she doesn’t seem to mind being an only child.
All the best to you too.
RIP Poncho! Although we never met, I have grown to love you. Ella told me many wonderful stories about you. I remembered how you met her at the door a couple weeks ago even though your body was weak and frail. You are at rest now. Mommy Ella misses you dearly. You will never be forgotten. You are loved! ❤️
Michelle, thank you so much for always being there for me during this difficult time. I am truly blessed by your friendship! ❤️
Such a beautiful tribute to your beloved Poncho! You did the best to make him well again and also comfort him in his last days. Be at peace Ella as Poncho is now at peace.
Keep well my beautiful friend ❤️🙏🏾❤️
Thank you, Monique!!! 🙏🏾❤️
Love your work and everything about this!
Much appreciated, Kevin!