Me and Kodi, my best friend and confident for 16 years.....................................................................My Double Rainbow
By Shelley Contin-Hubbs
Struggling to keep the car under control, I am bombarded yet again by several more rounds of bucketing, torrents of rain. Leaning in towards the dashboard, straining to see the road, I am forced to grapple with these switches, trying in vain to increase the effectiveness of the wipers. Set on the highest of speeds, much to my amazement the windshield remains virtually obliterated.
Several intense, extraordinary lightning bolts strike on the horizon, rivaling a grandiose fireworks show. But this spectacular display of Mother Nature is suddenly squelched by an enormous thunder clap, vehemently rumbling overhead.
Glancing in my rearview mirror, I can see the intensity of this storm, the sky explosive with anger. Anger, and energy that has mounted, due to the Law of Nature. My attention is suddenly thrust forward as the car spins out of control, hydroplaning through an impromptu deluge.
Regaining the wheel, and ultimately my composure, I can’t help but think that I am making a terrible mistake; and as I proceed towards my destination, this gnawing apprehension, delves deeper, and further into the recesses of my soul. It was at this very moment, that the sun poked through a tiny opening in the clouds up ahead. It was evident that this rain storm, WAS ending. Gradually, the skies brightened, and what was black, turned strikingly blue, and off in the distance to my sheer wonder, was the faintest glimpse of a rainbow. My fears completely vanished when this rainbow became two, mirror images of one another, an intensely rare phenomenon. Awestruck, I bore witness to a Double Rainbow, this was most certainly a sign, a much appreciated sign. For I have heard that only those who are truly lucky will bear witness to the elusive magnitude, of the Double Rainbow.
So, with renewed enthusiasm, I excitedly turned my attention towards my destination. Lost in thought, and anticipation, I didn’t recall arriving, or the time that had elapsed. As I turned into the driveway and found a place to park, it was as if my whole body was being propelled forward, as though, I was being drawn in. I made my way through the entrance and down a winding passageway. Corridor, after corridor, I walked; searching all the while, scanning left, right, up, and down, never registering the squeals, yipes, and yelps, echoing all around me.
Suddenly, my pace slowed, whilst my pulse quickened, and I knew there was no turning back. As our eyes met for the first time, I slowly outstretched my hand. It was then that I knew, without a shadow of a doubt, with every fiber of my being, that this journey was kismet. Every episode of my life has led me here, to this place, to this very door, which would soon open to a World of endless possibilities. As the cage door was unfastened, she catapulted into my arms, this small bundle of fluff, and fur, not only grabbed hold of my body, she instantly grabbed hold of my heart. I was never, as sure of anything in my life, for destiny brought us together……….. this was indeed, no mistake.
Adoption complete, I placed this happy little puppy into the passenger seat of my car where she calmly surveyed the world from her perch, as we drove on our way. I named her Kodi, short for Kodiak, as she looked like a small, stuffed, Kodiak Bear. Majestic in appearance, this Chow/Golden Retriever, rivaled any purebred. I gazed over, bursting with joy, and tenderness for this creature, as I knew she would be my companion, my confidante, my child. I fantasized about the times we would have together, the hours of play and affection; the years of mutual loyalty, and absolute unconditional love.
I blinked but for a second, wiping some tears that began to fall from my eyes, but these tears of joy quickly turned to tears of sadness. I gazed towards my passenger, knowing that those dreams I envisioned, weren’t dreams at all. For 16 years had passed in a flash, sixteen years of intense dedication and uncompromising devotion. This WAS my best friend.
Kodi had matured into a magnificent, regal, intelligent and sensitive dog, and it was just one day ago, that I drove her lifeless body slowly, and mournfully, off to be cremated. Her priceless, precious remains had been gingerly placed on the seat beside me, with the utmost of care. The importance of treating her with the dignity and respect that she had given me all these years was paramount.
Wiping the moisture from my cheeks, it seemed as though the Universe echoed my pain, for as my tears continued to fall, droplets of rain began to slap the pavement. And as I reminisced about the past, I felt joy mingled with sorrow. I felt such a loss, and my mind screamed out, I embraced this storm with the fierceness and passion it exhibited. I felt great solace in the thunder and lightening thrashing all around me. But in a moment, the storm ended, and a serene calmness ensued. I breathed a long sigh and smiled perhaps for the first time in 2 days…..for a rainbow had formed, and I reflected back to that day when I saw a Double Rainbow, and I recounted, for only those who are truly lucky, will bear witness to the elusive magnitude of the Double Rainbow.
And, yes, I am sincerely lucky, I HAVE been truly blessed, for I had the honor, to have been loved by a Canine, that I called Kodi, My Double Rainbow.
By Shelley Contin-Hubbs
Struggling to keep the car under control, I am bombarded yet again by several more rounds of bucketing, torrents of rain. Leaning in towards the dashboard, straining to see the road, I am forced to grapple with these switches, trying in vain to increase the effectiveness of the wipers. Set on the highest of speeds, much to my amazement the windshield remains virtually obliterated.
Several intense, extraordinary lightning bolts strike on the horizon, rivaling a grandiose fireworks show. But this spectacular display of Mother Nature is suddenly squelched by an enormous thunder clap, vehemently rumbling overhead.
Glancing in my rearview mirror, I can see the intensity of this storm, the sky explosive with anger. Anger, and energy that has mounted, due to the Law of Nature. My attention is suddenly thrust forward as the car spins out of control, hydroplaning through an impromptu deluge.
Regaining the wheel, and ultimately my composure, I can’t help but think that I am making a terrible mistake; and as I proceed towards my destination, this gnawing apprehension, delves deeper, and further into the recesses of my soul. It was at this very moment, that the sun poked through a tiny opening in the clouds up ahead. It was evident that this rain storm, WAS ending. Gradually, the skies brightened, and what was black, turned strikingly blue, and off in the distance to my sheer wonder, was the faintest glimpse of a rainbow. My fears completely vanished when this rainbow became two, mirror images of one another, an intensely rare phenomenon. Awestruck, I bore witness to a Double Rainbow, this was most certainly a sign, a much appreciated sign. For I have heard that only those who are truly lucky will bear witness to the elusive magnitude, of the Double Rainbow.
So, with renewed enthusiasm, I excitedly turned my attention towards my destination. Lost in thought, and anticipation, I didn’t recall arriving, or the time that had elapsed. As I turned into the driveway and found a place to park, it was as if my whole body was being propelled forward, as though, I was being drawn in. I made my way through the entrance and down a winding passageway. Corridor, after corridor, I walked; searching all the while, scanning left, right, up, and down, never registering the squeals, yipes, and yelps, echoing all around me.
Suddenly, my pace slowed, whilst my pulse quickened, and I knew there was no turning back. As our eyes met for the first time, I slowly outstretched my hand. It was then that I knew, without a shadow of a doubt, with every fiber of my being, that this journey was kismet. Every episode of my life has led me here, to this place, to this very door, which would soon open to a World of endless possibilities. As the cage door was unfastened, she catapulted into my arms, this small bundle of fluff, and fur, not only grabbed hold of my body, she instantly grabbed hold of my heart. I was never, as sure of anything in my life, for destiny brought us together……….. this was indeed, no mistake.
Adoption complete, I placed this happy little puppy into the passenger seat of my car where she calmly surveyed the world from her perch, as we drove on our way. I named her Kodi, short for Kodiak, as she looked like a small, stuffed, Kodiak Bear. Majestic in appearance, this Chow/Golden Retriever, rivaled any purebred. I gazed over, bursting with joy, and tenderness for this creature, as I knew she would be my companion, my confidante, my child. I fantasized about the times we would have together, the hours of play and affection; the years of mutual loyalty, and absolute unconditional love.
I blinked but for a second, wiping some tears that began to fall from my eyes, but these tears of joy quickly turned to tears of sadness. I gazed towards my passenger, knowing that those dreams I envisioned, weren’t dreams at all. For 16 years had passed in a flash, sixteen years of intense dedication and uncompromising devotion. This WAS my best friend.
Kodi had matured into a magnificent, regal, intelligent and sensitive dog, and it was just one day ago, that I drove her lifeless body slowly, and mournfully, off to be cremated. Her priceless, precious remains had been gingerly placed on the seat beside me, with the utmost of care. The importance of treating her with the dignity and respect that she had given me all these years was paramount.
Wiping the moisture from my cheeks, it seemed as though the Universe echoed my pain, for as my tears continued to fall, droplets of rain began to slap the pavement. And as I reminisced about the past, I felt joy mingled with sorrow. I felt such a loss, and my mind screamed out, I embraced this storm with the fierceness and passion it exhibited. I felt great solace in the thunder and lightening thrashing all around me. But in a moment, the storm ended, and a serene calmness ensued. I breathed a long sigh and smiled perhaps for the first time in 2 days…..for a rainbow had formed, and I reflected back to that day when I saw a Double Rainbow, and I recounted, for only those who are truly lucky, will bear witness to the elusive magnitude of the Double Rainbow.
And, yes, I am sincerely lucky, I HAVE been truly blessed, for I had the honor, to have been loved by a Canine, that I called Kodi, My Double Rainbow.
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