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A Letter To My Pet When I Move Back To School

I miss you already.

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A Letter To My Pet When I Move Back To School
Anna Badamo

To my dearest pet,

You will never read this obviously, but I decided to write it nonetheless. Even if you could, you're a cat so you probably wouldn't care. While I write this, you are curled up snuggling and staring at me moderately annoyed by my typing. We could spend so many nights like this if only I didn't have to go.

Years ago, I brought you home and have watched you grow from a precious kitten into a regal cat. You are part of the family. At every family meal, gathering, and holiday, you are nearby. Your fluffy tail twitching in the air when you have had enough human time. You wind between my legs when I walk and rub against every pair of black pants I own. Without even knowing it, I usually have a bit of you with me. Literally, your fur is everywhere. I can't even be mad because you are so cute.

The time has come once again for me to move back to school. Yours is a goodbye I dread. Maybe it sounds silly, but I know I am not the only one who feels this way. Pets become part of our families and when we leave, there is no way to explain why we have to go. We leave empty beds and quiet rooms without an explanation. Of course, I feel guilty. I hate the idea of you prowling through the house and I am not there to pet you.

Well, I have to be honest and know that you are fine. You are in good hands and probably don't notice I'm gone until I come back again. I promise I will be back again.

Love,

your owner

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